Abstract
New transport needs are developing in our urban transportation system in response to growth and changes in the structure of employment and its intra-metropolitan location, as well as the relative shift of metropolitan area population to the outside central portions of metropolitan areas. Changes in urban travel patterns, travel demand, auto ownership, travel mode preference, and rapid transit are discussed. The demand for urban freeways and the role of urban passenger transport in the economy are analyzed. Future growth patterns are discussed. A case study is presented of the boston regional area urban growth and changes in urban travel patterns.