Personal Cars and China - Softcover

Chinese Academy Of Engineering; National Academy Of Engineering; National Research Council; Policy And Global Affairs; Development, Security, And Cooperation

Softcover

ISBN 10: 030908492X ISBN 13: 9780309084925

Publisher: National Academies Press, 2003

Synopsis

This collaborative study between the NRC and the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE) addresses the problems facing China in the next twenty years as it attempts to provide personal transport desired by millions of Chinese, while preserving the environment and the livability of its cities. According to Song Jian, president of the CAE, the decision has already been taken to produce a moderate cost family car in China, which will greatly increase the number of vehicles on the roads. This study explores the issues confronting the country, including health issues, the challenge to urban areas, particularly the growing number of megacities, environmental protection, infrastructure requirements, and technological options for Chinese vehicles. It draws on the experience of the United States and other countries and review model approaches to urban transportation and land use planning. Recommendations and policy choices for China are described in detail.

Table of Contents

• Front Matter
• Executive Summary
• 1 Introduction
• 2 Motorization from a Global Perspective
• 3 Structure and Capability of China's Automotive Industry
• 4 Present and Future Automotive Technologies
• 5 Energy and Fuels
• 6 Societal Effects of Potential Motorization Pathways
• 7 Environment and Health
• 8 The Role of Government
• 9 Findings and Recommendations
• Appendix A The Development of Personal Use Vehicles for China in the 21st Century
• Appendix B Case Study: Shanghai, China

About this title

About the Author:

Committee on the Future of Personal Transport Vehicles in China, National Research Council, National Academy of Engineering,Chinese Academy of Engineering

About this edition

• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 030908492X
• ISBN 13: 9780309084925
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 280