The factors influencing car use in a cycle-friendly city: the case of Cambridge

Highlights ► Comparison of the use of the car and bicycle for work, shopping and leisure trips. ► Multivariate logistic regression examines correlates associated with modal choice. ► Distance and free workplace car parking are associated with car use for commuting. ► Car access and education effect car use on shopping, leisure and short work trips. ► Policies are available to encourage modal shift even in cities with high cycling.

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