Examining the Feasibility of Shared Mobility Programs for Reducing Transportation Inequities

Perspectives from the Front-Line

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ID12455286
AuthorsSarah R Leat (0000-0002-2979-2342, University of Memphis, corresponding author), Sarah Leat (University of Memphis), Courtney Cronley (0000-0002-8325-6356, University of Tennessee at Knoxville), Kate Hyun (0000-0001-7432-8058, The University of Texas at Arlington), Farah Naz (0000-0002-9170-9300, The University of Texas at Arlington)
Year2021
Volume26
Issue7
Pages622-640
Publication date2021-12-03
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Poverty (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1087-5549 • E-ISSN: 1540-7608
PublisherTaylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/10875549.2021.2010858
OpenAlexW4200532943
LanguageEN
References cited49

Shared mobility services, such as car-share and ride-hail programs, have become increasingly popular within the sharing economy. Shared mobility services could reduce transportation inequities among marginalized populations. However, research has yet to assess how those responsible for disseminating shared mobility services perceive these resources. To address this gap, researchers interviewed 28 community agency service providers and transportation experts. Four themes emerged about providers’ perceptions of shared mobility services. Overall, providers were unfamiliar with shared mobility services, which led to reluctance to recommend them. This study suggests that shared mobility services are under-utilized for increasing mobility among marginalized populations

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