Are we there yet? a comparison of transport in Europe [electronic resource]
Language: English Publication details: London CfIT 2007Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: Contains statistics covering thirteen European countries. Examines travel patterns, road safety and environmental performance levels. Compares the UK's performance with each country and its European peers as a group. Also assesses freight and aviation levels. Finds that car use is higher in the UK while other modes of transport are below the European average. Concludes that although efficient car use is increasing, greater attention needs to be paid to public transport, and the promotion of walking and cycling.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Book | Virtual Online | ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 137757-2001 |
Contains statistics covering thirteen European countries. Examines travel patterns, road safety and environmental performance levels. Compares the UK's performance with each country and its European peers as a group. Also assesses freight and aviation levels. Finds that car use is higher in the UK while other modes of transport are below the European average. Concludes that although efficient car use is increasing, greater attention needs to be paid to public transport, and the promotion of walking and cycling.