Commercial areas drive personal vehicle use over public transport in cities.
The article examines how urban transport in downtown areas affects people's travel patterns. By combining space analysis and GIS, researchers found that commercial areas influence more personal vehicle use than public transport. Higher building density encourages walking and reduces the desire for personal vehicles. The layout of the communication network also impacts people's choice to drive. Overall, the study shows that sustainable urban transport can be improved by considering urban form and travel patterns together.