Small Urban and Rural Livability Center (SURLC)

New Mobility Opportunities in a Rural Context

University	Montana State University
Principal Investigators	Natalie Villwock-Witte
PI Contact Information	• (505) 340-3570, n.villwockwitte@montana.edu Western Transportation Institute Montana State University PO Box 174250, Bozeman, MT 59717
Funding Source(s) (Amounts provided by each agency or organization)	Small Urban and Rural Livability Center – SURLC UTC
Total Project Cost	$35,001
Agency ID or Contract Number	SURLC
End Date	Dec 2018
Abstract Brief Description of Research Project	Shared automobile services such as Uber and Lyft are becoming more popular in urban areas. However, these transportation options may also be appealing in rural areas, especially to people with limited mobility or without a personal vehicle. Recently, companies like Liberty and Chariot have begun offering ridesharing services in rural areas. This project will explore the components of ridesharing business models and how they relate to rural applications. The project will also include a case study of current ridesharing providers in rural areas to look at implementation challenges and opportunities.
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