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From page 75... ... 75 This study of factors influencing markets for public transportation has examined the relevant factors and anticipated trends that may affect future travel behavior. The future for markets for public transportation can be characterized in part as too uncertain to predict and in part as predictable within reasonable levels of uncertainty. Read the entire page →
From page 76... ... 76 Understanding Changes in Demographics, Preferences, and Markets for Public Transportation unstable and changing constantly, and (2) the transportation needs of those between 50 and 65 years of age also are susceptible to change, with the advent of empty nesting and retirement. Read the entire page →
From page 77... ... Conclusions and Further Research 77 affinity for the automobile would be positive for transit: further research should monitor for any change in the willingness to see the auto in a utilitarian manner rather than a hedonic manner. In some market segments, a lifestyle of owning no autos might be a preferred option for those who have not yet entered the child-rearing years. Read the entire page →
From page 78... ... 78 Understanding Changes in Demographics, Preferences, and Markets for Public Transportation shows how preferences and attitudes about available modal options vary by the nature of the neighborhood type. Further research should monitor the extent to which the current trend of high-income, high-density housing in downtowns is proving to be supportive of transit ridership. Read the entire page →
From page 79... ... Conclusions and Further Research 79 would explore the question of the new services being in a competitive as opposed to a complementary role; the study would attempt to resolve differences in conclusions currently being reached in the present literature. Read the entire page →

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... 75 This study of factors influencing markets for public transportation has examined the relevant factors and anticipated trends that may affect future travel behavior. The future for markets for public transportation can be characterized in part as too uncertain to predict and in part as predictable within reasonable levels of uncertainty.

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... 76 Understanding Changes in Demographics, Preferences, and Markets for Public Transportation unstable and changing constantly, and (2) the transportation needs of those between 50 and 65 years of age also are susceptible to change, with the advent of empty nesting and retirement.

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... Conclusions and Further Research 77 affinity for the automobile would be positive for transit: further research should monitor for any change in the willingness to see the auto in a utilitarian manner rather than a hedonic manner. In some market segments, a lifestyle of owning no autos might be a preferred option for those who have not yet entered the child-rearing years.

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... 78 Understanding Changes in Demographics, Preferences, and Markets for Public Transportation shows how preferences and attitudes about available modal options vary by the nature of the neighborhood type. Further research should monitor the extent to which the current trend of high-income, high-density housing in downtowns is proving to be supportive of transit ridership.

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... Conclusions and Further Research 79 would explore the question of the new services being in a competitive as opposed to a complementary role; the study would attempt to resolve differences in conclusions currently being reached in the present literature.

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