NCHRP Research Report 1183: Determining Fleet Mix and Vehicle Size in the Rural Transit Setting, produced by TRB’s National Cooperative Highway Research Program, addresses the complex decisions that rural and tribal transit agencies and state DOTs face when determining the appropriate mix and size of vehicles to serve their communities effectively. The report is designed to help these agencies make informed, data-driven decisions about vehicle type, size, and fleet composition. Through detailed analysis, the research captures the full range of factors that influence fleet planning and vehicle selection in rural transit systems.

Infrastructure Assets: Transit Assets
Resource Types: Research Report
Capabilities: Data & Information Systems
Management Processes: Performance Based Planning & Programming, Resource Allocation, Strategic Direction