Author: Richard Neal Robertson
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bus lines
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
The deteriorating financial conditions and service levels of both public and private transit systems in Virginia's small urban areas have led the operators of these systems to question the desirability of continuing to operate them in their present forms. With many 40-50 passenger vehicles being operated at less than half capacity for extended periods of time, one of the more pressing questions before these transit operators is that of whether they should replace all or part of their fleets with smaller vehicles to achieve more efficient operations and services. Very little meaningful guidance in this regard existed in the transportation literature. Therefore, the research reported here was undertaken to determine the feasibility of using small buses for fixed route transit service in small urban areas. The report identifies many characteristics of small vehicles and relates the experiences of several small bus operations. Also, the potential uses of small buses and fixed route service in small cities are presented. The report concludes that there is presently no single vehicle appropriate for all applications of bus transportation in small urban areas as the requirements vary from one city to another according to such factors as demand in service levels, economic conditions, management arrangement, geography, and weather. In view of the findings presented in the report, it has been recommended that the officials contemplating the establishment of a small bus system conduct detailed investigations to determine how well small vehicles will fulfill their needs.
Use of Small Buses for Fixed Route Service in Small Urban Areas
Author: Richard Neal Robertson
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bus lines
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
The deteriorating financial conditions and service levels of both public and private transit systems in Virginia's small urban areas have led the operators of these systems to question the desirability of continuing to operate them in their present forms. With many 40-50 passenger vehicles being operated at less than half capacity for extended periods of time, one of the more pressing questions before these transit operators is that of whether they should replace all or part of their fleets with smaller vehicles to achieve more efficient operations and services. Very little meaningful guidance in this regard existed in the transportation literature. Therefore, the research reported here was undertaken to determine the feasibility of using small buses for fixed route transit service in small urban areas. The report identifies many characteristics of small vehicles and relates the experiences of several small bus operations. Also, the potential uses of small buses and fixed route service in small cities are presented. The report concludes that there is presently no single vehicle appropriate for all applications of bus transportation in small urban areas as the requirements vary from one city to another according to such factors as demand in service levels, economic conditions, management arrangement, geography, and weather. In view of the findings presented in the report, it has been recommended that the officials contemplating the establishment of a small bus system conduct detailed investigations to determine how well small vehicles will fulfill their needs.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bus lines
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
The deteriorating financial conditions and service levels of both public and private transit systems in Virginia's small urban areas have led the operators of these systems to question the desirability of continuing to operate them in their present forms. With many 40-50 passenger vehicles being operated at less than half capacity for extended periods of time, one of the more pressing questions before these transit operators is that of whether they should replace all or part of their fleets with smaller vehicles to achieve more efficient operations and services. Very little meaningful guidance in this regard existed in the transportation literature. Therefore, the research reported here was undertaken to determine the feasibility of using small buses for fixed route transit service in small urban areas. The report identifies many characteristics of small vehicles and relates the experiences of several small bus operations. Also, the potential uses of small buses and fixed route service in small cities are presented. The report concludes that there is presently no single vehicle appropriate for all applications of bus transportation in small urban areas as the requirements vary from one city to another according to such factors as demand in service levels, economic conditions, management arrangement, geography, and weather. In view of the findings presented in the report, it has been recommended that the officials contemplating the establishment of a small bus system conduct detailed investigations to determine how well small vehicles will fulfill their needs.
The Use of Small Buses in Transit Service
Author: P. Brendon Hemily
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
ISBN: 0309069149
Category : Bus lines
Languages : en
Pages : 81
Book Description
Examines the use of small buses -- 30 ft or less in length -- as replacements for large buses in fixed-route, scheduled servcice or those used in innovative, more flexible operations such as route deviation or demand-response service.
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
ISBN: 0309069149
Category : Bus lines
Languages : en
Pages : 81
Book Description
Examines the use of small buses -- 30 ft or less in length -- as replacements for large buses in fixed-route, scheduled servcice or those used in innovative, more flexible operations such as route deviation or demand-response service.
Analyzing transit options for small urban communities
Author: Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local transit
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local transit
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Guidebook for Planning Small Urban and Rural Transportation Programs
Author: Comsis Corporation
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local transit
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local transit
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Guidebook for Planning Small Urban and Rural Transportation Programs
Analyzing Transit Options for Small Urban Communities: Transit service objectives and options
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
Options: demand-responsive service, jitney service, car-van-bus pools, conventional and express bus service.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
Options: demand-responsive service, jitney service, car-van-bus pools, conventional and express bus service.
Small City Transit Characteristics
Author: United States. Urban Mass Transportation Administration. Office of Service and Methods Demonstrations
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local transit
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local transit
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
Public Transportation
Author: Morris Jerome Rothenberg
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Urban transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
This report, initially designed as a training course, is made available to those just getting involved in public transportation as well as to those who are familiar with only certain aspects of the field. This report provides a comprehensive introduction into the history, financing, planning and operations for public transportation facilities and services. A large number of topics are covered in this report which are geared to broadening the perspective of public transportation and its role during times of high energy prices, short supplies and national concerns on air pollution, redevelopment of the city centers and urban mobility for all segments of society.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Urban transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
This report, initially designed as a training course, is made available to those just getting involved in public transportation as well as to those who are familiar with only certain aspects of the field. This report provides a comprehensive introduction into the history, financing, planning and operations for public transportation facilities and services. A large number of topics are covered in this report which are geared to broadening the perspective of public transportation and its role during times of high energy prices, short supplies and national concerns on air pollution, redevelopment of the city centers and urban mobility for all segments of society.
Expanding the Use of Private Sector Providers in Rural, Small Urban and Suburban Areas
Author: United States. Urban Mass Transportation Administration. Office of Technical Assistance
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local transit
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local transit
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Small City and Rural Transportation Planning
Author: Timothy J. Tardiff
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Rural development
Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Rural development
Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description