In this latest episode of the Intelligent Transport Podcast, Editor Leah Hockley sits down with the CEO and Co-Founder of Liftango, Kevin Orr, to discuss the role that Demand-Responsive Transport can play in improving transport equity, as well as in offering users a more sustainable, on-demand alternative to the private car.

The Ticketing & Payments In-Depth Focus in Intelligent Transport Issue 1 2022 features articles discussing how new and improved ticketing and payments systems – particularly contactless Pay As You Go and Account-Based Ticketing systems – are making the public transport journey simpler and more affordable for passengers.

In a recent survey, Transport Focus has found that fewer concessionary pass holders have returned to using buses in comparison to fare payers, due to safety concerns following the COVID-19 pandemic.

By expanding the current law that charges individuals who attack or harass transit workers with second-degree assault, the new legislation will serve as a deterrent to those seeking to harm transit employees.

Cabify’s new hydrogen-powered vehicles offer a range of around 550km, with a refuelling time of only three to five minutes, similar to that of a conventional combustion vehicle.