AN ASSESSMENT OF MODAL SPLIT AND OCCUPANCY OF VEHICLE ON URBAN ROUTE: THE CASE STUDY OF JALAN PAHANG, KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA
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https://doi.org/10.21837/pm.v23i36.1749Keywords:
High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV), Single Occupancy Vehicle (SOV), Modal Split, Traffic Congestion, Public TransportAbstract
Urban transportation in Kuala Lumpur, particularly along Jalan Pahang, faces severe congestion due to an increasing number of private vehicles. This study assesses the modal split, identifies influencing factors, and evaluates public transportation efficiency. Using CCTV footage, data was collected from camera registered as CN275 (inbound) and CN290 (outbound). Findings indicate that private vehicles dominate, with over 70% being Single Occupancy Vehicles (SOVs), while High Occupancy Vehicles (HOVs) and buses remain underutilized. This highlights an inefficient transport system. The study suggests that road expansion projects alone will not alleviate congestion but may instead encourage more private vehicle use. The research recommends enhancing public transportation services, adopting intelligent traffic management systems, and implementing policies to promote HOVs, ultimately fostering sustainable urban mobility.
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