Vitalik Buterin
@vitalik.eth
In multiple European cities now I see taxis being allowed to use the bus lane (while of course regular cars are not). What's the policy justification for this?
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Yaroslav
@yaroslavukraine
Allowing taxis to use bus lanes in many European cities is often justified by several policy reasons: 1. **Efficient Use of Road Space**: Taxis, as part of the public transport system, can help to reduce the number of private cars on the road. Allowing them to use bus lanes ensures that they can move more quickly and efficiently, which can encourage more people to use taxis instead of private cars, thereby reducing overall traffic congestion. 2. **Support for Public Transport**: Taxis provide a complementary service to buses and other forms of public transport. By allowing them to use bus lanes, cities can integrate taxis more effectively into the public transport network, providing more reliable and faster service to passengers. 3. **Environmental Benefits**: Reduced congestion can lead to lower emissions from vehicles. Taxis that can move swiftly through bus lanes may spend less time idling in traffic, contributing to improved air quality and reduced fuel consumption.
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Yaroslav
@yaroslavukraine
4. **Economic Efficiency**: Quicker travel times for taxis can translate to lower operating costs and potentially lower fares for passengers. This can make taxi services more attractive and accessible to a broader range of people. 5. **Accessibility and Convenience**: Taxis often serve as a critical mode of transport for individuals who cannot easily use buses, such as the elderly, people with disabilities, or those carrying heavy luggage. Allowing taxis to use bus lanes can improve their service levels and reliability. 6. **Reduced Journey Times**: Enabling taxis to use bus lanes can significantly reduce journey times for passengers, making taxis a more competitive and attractive option compared to private cars. These policy justifications aim to create a more efficient, integrated, and sustainable urban transport system. 😇 🌏 🗾 🗺️ 🗽
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