Why is shared mobility important?

Transitioning to more sustainable, flexible, and pooled modes of travel could provide environmental benefits, reduce traffic, and minimize inefficient use of roads. The second trend is a possible shift from mobility modes where consumers do their own driving to being driven—for example, with shared autonomous vehicles.



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And the benefits are many.
  • Provide more mobility choices.
  • Offer last mile and first mile solutions.
  • Reduce traffic congestion.
  • Mitigate various forms of pollution.
  • Reduce transportation costs.
  • Create equitable access to jobs and other resources.
  • Improve efficiency.


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Shared mobility modes have reported a number of environmental, social, and transportation-related impacts. Several studies have documented the reduction of vehicle usage, ownership, and vehicle miles traveled (VMT). Cost savings and convenience are frequently cited as popular reasons for shifting to a shared mode.

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MaaS may prove to be a viable way to reduce people's reliance on car ownership, which could curb emissions, congestion and transportation costs in cities. For Stoffel of Zoox, one of the most significant benefits of mobility as a service is convenience.

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Once mainstreamed, shared mobility services are found to offer a significant environmental benefit. The analysis reveals that they have the potential to eliminate, on average, 6.3% of passenger transport emissions.

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Here's a look at eight transportation benefits to consider:
  • Improves Community Health. ...
  • Economic Benefits to the Community. ...
  • Improves Fuel Efficiency. ...
  • Public Transportation Reduces Air Pollution. ...
  • Improves Road Congestion. ...
  • Improves Community Mobility. ...
  • Provides an Equitable Transportation System.


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