Private and Public Applications for Electric Two-and-Three-Wheelers

As highlighted in previous lectures, electric two-and-three-wheelers serve a variety of purposes around the world, tailored to the specific needs and contexts of each country. From personal transport to commercial operations and beyond, these vehicles offer versatile applications.

This article aims to:

• Highlight the most common uses of two-and-three-wheeled vehicles
• Discuss key considerations to optimize the benefits derived from these applications.

Difference between a service model and applications

Service model

• E-Mobility service models focus on the overall strategy and structure for delivering electromobility solutions.
• They include the infrastructure, charging networks, vehicle fleets, and business models that support electric transportation.
• E-Mobility service models often aim to address the challenges of electric vehicle adoption by offering convenient and sustainable transportation options.

Examples of service models include electric vehicle-sharing services, charging station networks and electric vehicle subscription services.

Applications

• E-Mobility applications can serve as efficient and environmentally friendly personal transportation options, particularly for short to medium-distance commutes.
• Different applications are well-suited to provide last-mile connectivity in transportation networks. Riders can use them to bridge the gap between public transportation stations (e.g., bus stops or train stations) and their final destinations.

Examples of applications include personal transportation, last-mile delivery and connectivity, and cargo and delivery services.

Application sectors for electric two-and-three-wheelers

This section explores the role of electric two-wheelers in both the private and commercial sectors, and shows how their different transportation modes are revolutionizing urban travel.

Private

Two-wheelers facilitate door-to-door trips and serve as essential access points to public transport. Municipal authorities regulate these trips by imposing restrictions on ownership, use and technology.

Commercial

Commercial two-wheeled transportation, such as freight and taxis, is often unregulated and considered illegal by municipal authorities. Only selected cities, like Bangkok, have developed regulations to govern commercial two-wheeled transportation.

Examples include door-to-door trips, feeder transit trips, freight deliveries, and taxis.

Service models of electric two-and-three-wheelers

Door-to-door

Describes a shipping method where freight is picked up at the sender’s door and delivered to the recipient’s door. The shipment is collected from the sender and taken directly to the recipient.

Feeder transit

Feeder transit organizes access to vehicles stationed at various depots across demand points, ferrying residents from these collection points to transport hubs.

Freight deliveries

Freight delivery involves the transport of goods, merchandise and cargo.

Shared mobility

Shared mobility involves individuals or groups using a single vehicle for transportation rather than owning a personal vehicle. These services are often accessed through technology platforms and offer on-demand or reservation-based access.

Taxi

Taxis serve various needs, including essential mobility during emergencies, general transportation for non-drivers, and mobility solutions for tourists and visitors.

Applications and service models overview

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Conclusion

This article has explored the detailed transport modes of two-and-three-wheeled vehicles, categorized by vehicle type and application. It introduces various applications, including door-to-door trips, feeder transit, taxis, shared mobility, and freight deliveries, showcasing the versatility of light vehicles in modern transportation solutions.