Abstract
Many megacities within developing countries are experiencing the phenomenon of motorcycle growth. In recent decades, urban expansion has resulted in significant changes in transportation patterns including the demand for long-distance travel and the rise of car use. In addition, transit alternatives such as mass rapid transit and bus rapid transit have been introduced for improving service quality of public transport, connecting city centres and suburban areas, and tackling traffic congestion in many developing-country megacities. Therefore, the way motorcycles maintain important roles in facilitating the process of urbanisation has raised questions about future motorcycle use in new urban area. This study aims to explore behavioral intentions with regards to urban developments and new transit alternatives in motorcycle dependent cities. Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) is selected as a representative of developing-country megacities for this research. The study was designed using a psychological approach in order to identify corresponding factors influencing behavioral intentions. The results show that motorcycle continues to be the main mode, but less motorcycle use is also considered. Bus safety belief contributes more to the intention of public transport use in comparison with motorcycle safety awareness. Park-and-Ride scheme is likely to be a sustainable form for the combination of motorcycle and mass rapid transit in suburban areas.
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