The relationship between RHA use and car purchases: Trends emerging in Bangkok, Thailand

Thaithatkul, Phathinan; Chalermpong, Saksith; Laosinwattana, Wattana; Liang, Jamison; Kato, Hironori

doi:10.1016/j.eastsj.2022.100095

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“…With affordable car taxes, cheap parking fees, and inexpensiveand sometimes freeexpressway tolls, car ownership becomes enticing. Traveling cost by car in the BMR has also been noted in other research as only 13% higher than traveling by rail transit, with a significantly higher level of convenience (Thaithatkul et al, 2023).…”

Section: Low Cost Of Private Car Usesupporting

confidence: 65%

“…This has been heavily detailed in previous research regarding ride-hailing applications in the BMR as well. Cultural values that associate car ownership with social status have a significant influence on car purchasing for Bangkok residents (Thaithatkul et al, 2023). Additionally, if you live in a car society, societal trends and the desire to conform to social norms can further motivate individuals to aspire to own and drive cars.…”

Section: Social Values Of Car Ownership and Drivingmentioning

confidence: 99%

“… Social Values/ Cultural values i.e. ownership, progress, wealth, prosperity, status (Geels, 2012;Geels et al, 2011;Pinhate et al, 2020;Canitez, 2019;Urry, 2004;Supaveera, 2022;Charoentrakulpeeti et al, 2006;Thaithatkul et al, 2023) …”

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confidence: 99%

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Multi-level perspective analysis ofthe automobility regime: opportunity for new mobility concepts

Yingsom

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The car-dominated transport system, known as automobility, poses significant sustainability challenges. Shifting from car ownership to access-based services, such as Mobility as a Service (MaaS), is crucial. However, in developing countries like Thailand where car dominance prevails, achieving widespread adoption of new mobility concepts requires substantial changes in socio-technical regimes. This study addressed these gaps by analyzing the automobility regime and adoption of new mobility concepts in the Bangkok Metropolitan Region (BMR). An exploratory research designs using qualitative approach were adopted. A comprehensive review of related literature and secondary data analysis, combined with in-depth interviews of stakeholders (N = 31), were conducted using a thematic analysis to identify dynamics in the existing regime. A semi-structure interview with commuters (N = 35) was also conducted to investigate factors that impact commuters' decision about using MaaS. The findings indicate that certain landscape developments support the prevailing car-centric transportation system, strengthening the mechanisms that maintain the status quo. However, the study also identified landscape dynamics that challenge the existing regime, as well as mechanisms that can potentially disrupt it. The study discusses interventions to leverage these mechanisms, encouraging the shift away from private vehicle ownership and promoting new mobility concepts. These interventions include making private car usage more difficult, forming influencer partnerships, revising industry promotion policies, and prioritizing the attractiveness of public transport. Additionally, key beliefs influencing MaaS adoption were also identified and categorized into platform functions, ease of service, perceived benefits, additional factors, and social factors. To ensure the successful and sustainable implementation of MaaS in the BMR, a comprehensive roadmap was also proposed, involving short-term initiatives such as pedestrianizing city centers and incentives for early adopters, mid-term soft launches in designated areas, and long-term campaigns to popularize MaaS. By addressing challenges and seizing opportunities, this roadmap aims to achieve a transformative shift towards sustainable transportation in the BMR. In conclusion, there is an opportunity to drive a shift towards new mobility concepts and steer the current automobility regime towards a more sustainable transportation system. However, achieving this transition will be challenging and require significant policy interventions.

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Section: Low Cost Of Private Car Usesupporting

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Section: Social Values Of Car Ownership and Drivingmentioning

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“…Firstly, with rising income levels, there is a general increase in private vehicle ownership, indicative of improved affordability and accessibility. Secondly, once individuals reach a certain level of personal income, there is often a shift from motorcycle ownership to private car ownership [67][68][69].…”

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Assessing the Additional Benefits of Thailand’s Approaches to Reduce Motor Vehicle Emissions

Thanatrakolsri,

Sirithian

2024

Energies

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Air pollutants and greenhouse gases (GHGs) represent major challenges in our era, contributing to climate change and global health issues. These problems arise from a variety of well-known sources, including motor vehicles. Almost all nations, Thailand included, have formulated and implemented policies to curb greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in line with the requirements and commitments of the Paris Agreement. The evaluation of specific air pollutants and GHG emissions originating from road vehicles utilises the Thailand database, referencing the year 2019. Data intersections from 2019 to 2022 are grounded in actual data collected from relevant departments in Thailand, while projections for 2023–2030 are forecasted based on the baseline year. The secondary database used in the International Vehicle Emission model is adjusted according to real-world driving data to accurately reflect country-specific emission factors. Dynamic emission factors for specific air pollutants and GHGs are evaluated and integrated with the average Vehicle Kilometres Travelled (VKT) for each vehicle category. The Business-As-Usual (BAU) scenario is then examined, based on existing policies aimed at reducing air pollutants and GHG emissions in Thailand’s transport sector. These policies include strategies for the adoption of electric vehicles and the promotion of public transport to reduce VKT. Under the BAU scenario, the overall number of road vehicles in Thailand, including passenger cars, motorcycles, pickups, vans, trucks, and buses, is expected to increase by approximately 6.58% by 2030, leading to a rise in specific air pollutants and GHG emissions compared to the 2019 baseline. However, by adhering to Thailand’s strategies and transitioning to new electric passenger cars and buses, greenhouse gas emissions and specific air pollutants from the road transport sector will be significantly reduced.

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Car versus motorcycle ride-hailing applications: User behaviors and adoption factors in Bangkok, Thailand

Thaithatkul

Chalermpong

Laosinwattana

et al. 2023

Case Studies on Transport Policy

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The relationship between RHA use and car purchases: Trends emerging in Bangkok, Thailand

Cited by 5 publications

References 11 publications

Multi-level perspective analysis ofthe automobility regime: opportunity for new mobility concepts

Multi-level perspective analysis ofthe automobility regime: opportunity for new mobility concepts

Assessing the Additional Benefits of Thailand’s Approaches to Reduce Motor Vehicle Emissions

Car versus motorcycle ride-hailing applications: User behaviors and adoption factors in Bangkok, Thailand

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