1371454 - Evaluation of the Activities Adopted to Mitigate the Health and Safety Challenges of COVID-19

Transit, shared mobility, and vehicle electrification serves as significant enablers of transportation decarbonization. Several shared mobility services have been offered in the US and abroad, with a major focus on implementation on university campuses and airports. However, combined offerings of shared and electric vehicles providing on-demand service rather than route-based service are still forthcoming. As shared electric vehicles (SEVs) are expected to play an important role in achieving sustainable transportation in the near future, it is essential to acquire individuals' attitudes on acceptance of them so they can be successfully integrated into the existing infrastructure. This study aims to understand the individuals' attitudes towards SEVs serving university commute travel using data collected through a survey. The results from the statistical analysis indicate that respondents found the potential for environmental-friendly transport as the most attractive aspect of SEVs. Conversely, respondents were most concerned about the charging issues. It is implicated that battery service life, driving mileage, and charging are prominent barriers to adopting SEVs. The perceived benefits and related infrastructure improvements positively affect respondents' willingness to adopt SEVs, while concerns and cost reduce their appeal. This study provides insights into individuals' attitudes after integrating SEVs into existing transportation infrastructure to assist policymakers and transportation planners in developing EV-related policies.