Microtransit, like most on-demand mobility services, is less a completely new mode than an evolution of existing modes enabled by technology. Unlike many of the other shared modes, microtransit can take many forms in how it operates, the types of vehicles it uses, and the forms of partnerships (if any) that enable it. This variation leads to a wider range of definitions than the other shared modes, as discussed in this Learning Module. The broad range of possible applications for microtransit can also lead to its use for meeting existing transportation challenges. This Learning Module attempts to bring the mode into focus for public agency planners. An examination of previous pilots and resulting studies indicate that microtransit is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Rather, it is one of many tools available to help meet the mobility needs within a community.
Source: https://learn.sharedusemobilitycenter.org/learning_module/microtransit/
TA Centers: SUMC
Terms: Access, Accessibility, Bus transit, Demand responsive transportation, Partnerships, Public private partnerships, Public transit, Public transportation, Transit buses, Wheelchairs
Tags: accessibility, demand response, extended services, flexible transit, microtransit, public transit, public transportation, public-private partnerships, transit, WAV, WAVs, wheelchair accessible vehicles
