Why people do or do not use their bike on short trips: modality choices in the Netherlands.

Author(s)
Twuijver, M. van & Schreuders, M.
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Abstract

Car use is increasing faster in the Netherlands than cycling or the use of public transport. A study was conducted to examine how Dutch people decide whether or not to cycle on short trips up to 7.5km. A literature reviewidentified the following major determinants of mode choice: habitual behaviour, attitudes and perceptions, motivations, availability, and householdcomposition. The study methodology consisted of interviews, group discussions and a survey. The choice between car and bicycle use was influenced by place of residence, degree of municipality of the place of residence, and household composition (having or not having children under or over the age of 12). Arguments cited in favour of cycling or car use are listed. Measures for local government to promote cycling were suggested: early prevention of habitual behaviour, emphasising the positive aspects related to cycling, attention to social safety relating to cycling, attention to parking facilities. For the covering entry of this conference please see ITRD E132365

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C 41617 (In: C 41557 CD-ROM) /72 / ITRD E134633
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In: Proceedings of the European Transport Conference ETC, Strasbourg, France, 4-6 October 2004, 11 p.

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