Short journeys without vehicle

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Solve short distance trips without a car, where cold start and parking weigh more than the journey itself.

Subject: MobilityContext: Daily life · Households · CitiesCost: freeEffort: lowLevel: basicStage: operationMaturity: established
Principle of Trayectos cortos sin vehículo
Operating principle

How it works

Solve short distance trips without a car, where cold start and parking weigh more than the journey itself.

It changes the physical, economic and organizational conditions so that walking, pedaling, sharing and using collective transport is viable and attractive.

When does it make sense?

  • When deciding location, accesses and parking
  • Knowing origins, schedules, capabilities and travel needs
  • Where the measure does not displace more inclusive or less impact options

How to apply it

  1. 1

    Defining which need resolves "short crossovers without a vehicle" and establishes a starting situation.

  2. 2

    Compare alternatives and adapt design to climate, use, regulation, affected people and available resources.

  3. 3

    Apply with clear responsibilities, check the actual result and correct unwanted effects.

Potential benefits

Less emissions and traffic

More physical activity

More efficient use of space

Limitations and precautions

  • It is not applicable when carrying cargo, accompanying other people or the walking route is not practicable.
  • An isolated infrastructure can have little effect without continuity, security and operation.
  • Accessibility, care, hours and people without alternatives should be considered.

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