TREC research addresses complex transportation problems by drawing on multiple disciplines, including engineering, planning, economics and design, from across the Portland State University campus. Use the search box at right to search for a specific project.
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Research Highlights
Taxing Shared Micromobility: Assessing The Global Landscape Of Fees And Taxes And Their Implications For Cities, Riders, And Operators
John MacArthur
Shared micromobility (including shared electric scooters and bikes provided by private companies) is one of the newest transportation options that has come to cities in the last several decades. A new report explores the different ways cities charge shared micromobility companies to operate, and how these funds are used.
In the newly released report, John MacArthur of Portland State University, Kevin Fang of Sonoma State University and Calvin Thigpen of Lime examine data from 120 cities in...
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E-bike Lending Libraries: Trends and Practices in The United States
John MacArthur
E-bike lending libraries are emerging as a potential tool to promote sustainable transportation, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance mobility equity across communities in the United States. By offering residents the opportunity to borrow e-bikes for periods ranging from a couple of hours to several months, these programs help address barriers to e-bike ownership, such as high initial costs, limited riding experience, a vehicle for special purposes, and the need for daily utility. E-b...
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