Transactions on Transport Sciences - Ahead of Print
Why do hard restrictive demand management policies fail to succeed in developing countries? Cultural factors influence the acceptance of policies
Alireza Mahpour, Saeede Saeedi Sharivar, Parsa Zamani
Transactions on Transport Sciences X:X | DOI: 10.5507/tots.2025.015 
Urban congestion and air pollution are persistent challenges in developing countries, often driven by high private vehicle dependency. While Transportation Demand Management (TDM) policies aim to mitigate these issues, restrictive measures such as driving bans frequently fail to gain public acceptance. Using the Value-Belief-Norm (VBN) theory, this paper investigates the factors affecting the acceptance of restrictive TDM regulations in Tehran, Iran. A total of 500 questionnaires were distributed to assess the impact of environmental awareness and cultural values on individuals’ transportation choices. The study utilized Structural Equation Modeling...
A mystery shopping survey tool to address the needs of vulnerable users at bus public transport stops
Georgios Georgiadis, Gavriella Gargani, Christos Matzaras
Transactions on Transport Sciences X:X | DOI: 10.5507/tots.2025.016
The Quality-of-Service (QoS) criteria for public transport are not consistently met for all passengers, particularly vulnerable groups such as women, older adults, and people with disabilities. Women frequently travel for caregiving, carry heavy items, and travel with children, underscoring the need for improved accessibility conditions and customer care. Additionally, they face risks of assault and harassment, particularly in overcrowded environments, which have worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. Older public transport users prioritize safety, accessibility, and comfort, with key concerns including easy access, comfortable seating, and little...
Factors Influencing Commuter Mode Shift Behavior in the Greater Jakarta (Jabodetabek) Area
Tanika D Sofianti
Transactions on Transport Sciences X:X | DOI: 10.5507/tots.2025.017
Greater Jakarta’s traffic congestion, especially during rush hours, is worsening due to the high volume of commuters from surrounding areas (Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, Bekasi – Jabodetabek). Roads are packed with both public and private vehicles, including ride-sourcing options, contributing to increased air pollution from fossil fuel emissions. Encouraging commuters to shift to mass public transportation—such as KRL/Commuter Line, MRT, LRT, and buses—is one of the key strategies to improve the air quality. However, research on the factors influencing this shift in Jabodetabek area remains limited. To address this gap, this study...