Abstract
This paper describes a survey of the Kyoto Public Car System project, which is comprised of a shared fleet of electric vehicles using advanced fleet management systems on a rental basis. It started operation in December 2000 with 180 subscribers, five stations and 19 two-seaters. A simulation model was developed to represent the system and help design its configuration. A small number of frequent users accounted for most of the activity. High user satisfaction was recorded. In September 2001, membership was extended to non-residents of Kyoto. Users were also assessed fees to cover the costs of charging the vehicles after they used them. The system continued to be operated in the hope of striking the right balance between the need to raise revenues without pricing the cars higher than alternatives.
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