Coronavirus: Six ways Covid-19 will change transport across the world – The National

Coronavirus: Six ways Covid-19 will change transport across the world – The National

Report predicts huge surge in demand for bicycles and scooters with people making less trips to the office





























E-scooters and bicycles may become more popular post-coronavirus, an international transport report suggests. Victor Besa / The National 











The Covid-19 pandemic will transform transportation around the world, according to a new report.



There will be an increased use of bicycles and scooters as people seek to avoid congestion as well as a significant reduction in rush hour traffic.



People will likely work from home a lot more as well, the study from the International Association of Public Transport (UITP) said, which will mean smaller crowds on public transport.



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The UITP predicts there will be an increase in the use of cars and bicycles and more people will opt to walk to avoid crowded public transport amid physical distancing and hygiene concerns.



"Biking and walking are encouraged by many public authorities through the creation of new 'green zones', cycle lanes and pedestrian