Posts in this category are about Transit Access. Improved transit access will occur through the creation of effective competition between many different travel modes, including: walking, biking, bus, light-rail, commuter train, inter-city rail, ferry carpool, and personal cars. The car offers a remarkable level of personal independence and convenience, making people reluctant to try alternatives.
With the creation of a more efficient, effective, and accessible public transit system, a strong alternative will be provided to the single-occupant vehicle. These alternative multi-modal transportation systems (increased use of bikes, ride-sharing, rail, etc.) will help individuals save money, increase health, and reduce stress.
(Adapted from ConservationEconomy.net)
Take a virtual (5-minute) trip on the 250 mph proposed train from London to Glasgow. All political parties agree on the need for what Secretary of State, Andrew Adonis, terms '21st century transport revolution', but the routing is less certain.
High-Speed Rail (HSR) attracts a lot of positive attention because of its speed, of course. But is this speed only about saving time and having fun? No.
It is about expanding economic competitiveness and improving social cohesion as well.
Research from Europe shows that we can praise HSR for doing just these things,.. there, at least. But how does this research transfer to the US situation.
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