The article discusses how new technology in transportation can achieve equity by leveraging technology. Strategies include defining boundaries, eligibility, and subsidies.

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Distance is often the greatest barrier to accessing public transportation.

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Decades of research show that access to affordable transportation—either an automobile or public transportation—is an essential part of moving out of poverty.

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Three important elements of transportation equity are people’s ability to pay, the amount of benefit they receive, and their ability to participate fully in society. Importantly, both physical and cost barriers can prevent people from enjoying a meaningful quality of life.

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