Title: A Novel Mobility Consumption Theory for Road User Charging
Authors: Michiel C.J. Bliemer, Allister Loder, Zuduo Zheng
Abstract: Building on the analogy between electrical energy and mobility, we propose a novel mobility consumption theory based on the idea of the required reserved space headway of vehicles while driving. In this theory, mobility is “produced” by road infrastructure and is “consumed” by drivers in a similar fashion to power that is produced in power plants a...
Keywords: Road use; Mobility consumption; Road pricing reform; Road user charging