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Special Issue on
"Sustainable Transportation and Quality of Life"
Future Transportation
Q2, Scopus-indexed
Topics of Interests
The relationship between transport and quality of life is becoming increasingly significant as urbanization accelerates, mobility needs evolve, and sustainability becomes central to global policy agendas. This special issue of the Future Transportation is dedicated to exploring how transportation systems—when designed with foresight, inclusivity, and innovation—can enhance individual well-being, social equity, environmental sustainability, and urban livability.
Our contributors, drawn from diverse disciplines and regions, present a rich tapestry of perspectives that span the theoretical, empirical, and applied dimensions of the transport–quality of life nexus. The articles delve into topics such as active and accessible mobility, smart transportation technologies, public transport equity, mobility-as-a-service (MaaS), and their implications on health, social connectedness, economic opportunity, and environmental resilience.
At the heart of this special issue is a call to rethink transport not merely as a means of movement, but as a powerful enabler of better living. By shifting the focus from infrastructure to impact, from efficiency to equity, and from mobility to meaning, this collection aims to inspire policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to adopt more human-centered, inclusive, and future-ready transportation strategies.
We are grateful to our authors for their thought-provoking contributions, and to the reviewers for their insightful feedback and support in maintaining the high standards of this journal. We also extend our thanks to the editorial team of Future Transportation for their continued commitment to advancing research that shapes a more connected, sustainable, and equitable world.
We hope this issue stimulates dialogue and action that helps reimagine the role of transport in creating cities and communities where quality of life is not a privilege, but a shared priority.
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Urban mobility and quality of life
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Sustainable transport
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Public transport
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Active travel modes
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Non-motorized transport (NMT): Walkability and cycling
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Inclusive, equitable, and accessible transport
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Transit-oriented development (TOD)
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Smart mobility
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Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS)
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Transport and health
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Commute satisfaction
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Environmental impact
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Human-centered design
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Urban livability
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Social inclusion
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Travel behaviour
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Transport policy and design
Paper Submission Information
Submission of manuscripts at at: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/futuretransp/special_issues/T07TBUGUC9
Important Date:
Submission close: March 31, 2026
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