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Interesting. Although the argument -- which I understand as (1) so far it "has not worked" on Columbia Pike and (2) DC has decided to switch from articulated buses to streetcars -- is not convincing, IMO.

Other authors have discussed the differences between the two and the case for why streetcars are better than buses is far from overwhelming. The difference in cost is large, streetcars might be more affected by weather and random impediments. Moreover, there are other "good" things that could use more resources. So the direct comparison between buses and streetcars may be inappropriate.

Anyway, I'm more indifferent than for or against streetcars. But there is a lot of resources at stake so I'm inclined to say streetcars are a big gamble when cheaper alternatives seem to satisfy the fundamental task of moving people efficiently.

Is there any research on the effects of streetcars versus buses from more independent sources? Unless we've lowered our standards for what is *proven* that one document falls short.

by Geof Gee on Jun 18, 2012 3:31 pm • link • report

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