Type | Journal Article |
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Author | Matthew J. Beck |
Author | David A. Hensher |
URL | https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0967070X21001876 |
Volume | 128 |
Pages | 286-298 |
Publication | Transport Policy |
Date | 2022-11-01 |
Journal Abbr | Transport Policy |
DOI | 10.1016/j.tranpol.2021.06.006 |
Library Catalog | ScienceDirect |
Language | en |
Abstract | While many countries have experienced more than one wave of the pandemic throughout 2020, Australia has been able to contain the virus in a way that makes it a stand out (with New Zealand) in the way that it has been contained, with an exception in Victoria linked to failed quarantine procedures for travellers returning from overseas. Through descriptive analysis, this paper builds on earlier papers by the authors on the Australian response, with a focus on the changing dynamics of travel activity, concern with public transport, and attitudes surrounding activity given the perception of risk of COVID-19 and the level of public support for regulatory intervention and restrictions on movement. We find that Australia continues to suppress travel, particularly that for commuting, that comfort in completing day-to-day activities continues to rise (with the exception of Victoria where confidence feel significantly), and while support for intervention measures remains high, there has been an erosion in sentiment. As with previous work, we discuss what this might mean for future transport policy, and attempt to draw lessons from the Australian experience. |
Date Added | 10/11/2022, 11:10:12 AM |
Type | Journal Article |
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Author | Matthew J. Beck |
Author | David A. Hensher |
URL | https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0967070X21001864 |
Volume | 128 |
Pages | 274-285 |
Publication | Transport Policy |
Date | 2022-11-01 |
Journal Abbr | Transport Policy |
DOI | 10.1016/j.tranpol.2021.06.005 |
Library Catalog | ScienceDirect |
Language | en |
Abstract | This paper (Part 2 in the paper series), building on earlier studies examining the Australian response, extends on findings related to travel activity, commuting, and attitudes towards COVID-19 measures (Part 1 in the paper series). In this paper we focus in detail on the impact of, and experiences with, working from home (WFH), perhaps the largest of the positive unintended consequence of the pandemic, with respect to transport, and a key lens through which the changing patterns in travel activity and attitudes discussed in Part 1 need to be understood. We conclude that through the widespread adoption of WFH as a result of nationwide public health orders, there is evidence emerging that WFH is now seen as an appealing instrument of change by employees and employers, there is growing support to continue to support WFH into the future. This represents a significant potential contribution to the future management of the transport network, especially in larger metropolitan areas. We also discuss policy implications of this result and what the international community may take from the Australian experience. |
Date Added | 10/11/2022, 11:10:43 AM |
Type | Journal Article |
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Author | Boniphace Kutela |
Author | Tabitha Combs |
Author | Rafael John Mwekh'iga |
Author | Neema Langa |
URL | https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1361920922002899 |
Volume | 111 |
Pages | 103463 |
Publication | Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment |
Date | 2022-10-01 |
Journal Abbr | Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment |
DOI | 10.1016/j.trd.2022.103463 |
Library Catalog | ScienceDirect |
Language | en |
Abstract | The impacts of COVID-19 on transportation sector have received a substantial research attention, however, less is known about localized COVID-19 responses that provided safe space for mobility and other daily activities. We applied logistic regression and text mining approaches on the Shifting Streets COVID-19 Mobility Dataset to explore the long-term outcomes of the localized responses. We explored the purpose, affected space, function, and implementation approach. We found that responses instituted for economic recovery and public health are less likely to be long-term, while responses meant to improve safety or bicycle/pedestrian mobility are more likely to be long-term. Further, operational or regulatory responses are less likely to be long-term. Additionally, responses affecting curb space are more likely to be long-term than those affecting other right-of-way areas. Text-mining of responses’ narratives revealed key patterns for both short-term and long-term outcomes. Study findings showcase the possible design and operations changes during post-COVID-19 era. |
Date Added | 10/2/2022, 10:37:15 AM |
Type | Journal Article |
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Author | Mohammadjavad Javadinasr |
Author | Tassio Maggasy |
Author | Motahare Mohammadi |
Author | Kouros Mohammadain |
Author | Ehsan Rahimi |
Author | Deborah Salon |
Author | Matthew W. Conway |
Author | Ram Pendyala |
Author | Sybil Derrible |
URL | https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1369847822002169 |
Volume | 90 |
Pages | 466-484 |
Publication | Transportation Research Part F: Traffic Psychology and Behaviour |
Date | 2022-10-01 |
Journal Abbr | Transportation Research Part F: Traffic Psychology and Behaviour |
DOI | 10.1016/j.trf.2022.09.019 |
Library Catalog | ScienceDirect |
Language | en |
Abstract | A critical challenge facing transportation planners is to identify the type and the extent of changes in people’s activity-travel behavior in the post-Covid-19 pandemic world. In this study, we investigate the travel behavior evolution by analyzing a longitudinal two-wave panel survey data conducted in the United States from April 2020 to May 2021. Encompassing nearly 3,000 respondents across different states, we explored the effects of the pandemic on four major categories of work from home, travel mode choice, online shopping, and air travel. We utilized descriptive and econometric measures, including random effects ordered probit models, to shed light on the pandemic-induced changes and the underlying factors affecting the future of mobility in the post-pandemic world. Upon concrete evidence, our findings substantiate significant observed (i.e., during the pandemic) and expected (i.e., after the pandemic) changes in people’s habits and preferences. According to our results, 48% of the respondents anticipate having the option to WFH after the pandemic, which indicates an approximately 30% increase compared to the pre-pandemic period. In the post-pandemic period, auto and transit commuters are expected to be 9% and 31% less than pre-pandemic, respectively. A considerable rise in hybrid work and grocery online shopping is expected. Moreover, 41% of pre-covid business travelers expect to have fewer flights (after the pandemic) while only 8% anticipate more, compared to the pre-pandemic. |
Date Added | 10/11/2022, 10:52:32 AM |