الفهرس 
Introduction to the Problem
Urban Form and Mobility: The Impact of Transportation and Communication on Cities GrowthOnly 14 pages are availabe for public view
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Abstract
Urban expansion, traditionally seen as a natural outcome of growth, now poses major
environmental, social, and economic challenges, necessitating a shift towards sustainable
urban development. The common pattern of car-dependent sprawl exacerbates sustainability
issues by promoting excessive reliance on personal vehicles and entrenching car culture. This
expansion pattern enforces the need for personal vehicles, leading to a self-reinforcing cycle
of unsustainable travel choices. Addressing these challenges requires a multifaceted
approach that considers the complex interplay of factors influencing travel choices, including
individual habits, demographic variables, travel patterns, and spatial considerations of the
built environment.
In rapidly urbanizing areas like New Cairo, Egypt, understanding these factors is crucial for
promoting sustainable mobility and reducing car dependency. This study focuses on
unraveling the factors affecting travel mode choices and preferences in New Cairo,
specifically the shift from cars to sustainable alternatives. It explores challenges related to
the built environment, demographics, and travel patterns. Employing a comprehensive survey
integrated with a Geographic Information System (GIS) through the stated preference method,
this research endeavors to offer in-depth insights into the factors influencing travel choices,
with a specific focus on car dependents.
The research investigates three distinct perspectives. First, it examines the factors affecting
mode choice and the motives for these choices. Second, it provides a segmentation of cardependent users, going beyond the binary classification of ’car’ and ’non-car’ users. This
segment delves into various levels of attachment to cars, offering a more detailed
understanding of user choices and degrees of attachment. The final perspective explores the
intricate factors influencing shifts in travel modes and user preferences, particularly the move
away from car dependency. Using two-step clustering and logistic regression analysis, the
study identifies and analyzes a range of influential factors on mode choice, mode captivity,
and mode shift. These elements are empirically examined to unravel the factors influencing
travel choices and preferences in New Cairo, focusing on the transition from car dependency
to sustainable alternatives.
The findings of this study shed illuminating insights into the multifaceted nature of car
dependency. It underscores the necessity for the development of comprehensive planning
initiatives that embrace the nuanced aspects of user choices, paving the way for a sustainable
and user-centric transportation system in rapidly urbanizing areas.