This study employed Structural Equation Modeling to examine how different aspects of quality in metro rail transport impact user satisfaction. Additionally, it investigated whether satisfaction patterns remain consistent over the years and between different genders, using the Multiple-Group Analysis (MGA) methodology. Data were collected through a survey of metro rail transport satisfaction in Porto

Commuting research often assumes that commuting is a daily grind that elicits stress and strain for travelers. Some scholars have identified evidence that supports the benefits of commuting, but research into this aspect is still relatively limited and does not make a strong connection with the body of works that view commuting as a stressor. This paper offers a more nuanced understanding of commuting

Investment in urban public transportation involves strategic decisions regarding the organization of transit lines in the urban space and the choice of their technology in addition to the size of both fleet and vehicles of each line, and their spacing (lines density). The parametric city model (PCM) of Fielbaum et al. (Transp Res Part B Methodol 94:298–338; Netw Spat Econ 17:343–365) was created to

In many cities, shared micromobility services (SMMS) have become popular. These services contribute to the popularity of car-alternative mobility by promoting the use of micro-vehicles. Bike-sharing and e-scooter-sharing systems are examples of these services. Despite their potential, the share of SMMS is still marginal. To unlock their full potential, policymakers and service providers need to comprehend

Micro-mobility is an emerging mode of urban transportation, particularly for its potential to reduce private car use and build sustainable cities. Bikes and electric bikes (e-bikes) are two common types of micro-mobility. Previous studies mainly analyzed the two types separately, failing to provide a comparative and systematic investigation of shared dockless bike/e-bike systems in different cities

While the impacts of shared micromobility (SMM) on the environment and transport systems are being extensively researched, its societal implications and the influence of the social environment on the use of SMM remain largely unexplored. In this research, we investigate the interrelationships between the use of SMM, perceived overall accessibility, and social capital. We focus on two types of SMM –