Accidents Quote by Mark Noble
“None of the proposed inter-city solutions would have offered more frequent or more affordable service than existing options like bussing. Busses can also be easily re-routed around gas leaks, car accidents, or traffic congestion.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Urban Transportation Policy Review, 2021
Existing bus services already provide the most frequent and affordable inter‑city travel, and they can be quickly rerouted when disruptions occur.
In simple terms: Buses are cheap, frequent, and flexible.
Leverage existing bus networks for efficiency.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- city planning
- emergency response
- commuter routing
- budget constraints
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can bus services be improved without raising costs?
- What alternatives exist when buses are unavailable?
Buses may lack comfort compared to rail or air travel.