Author(s)

H. Yamanaka, Y. Yamaguchi & M. Tuchihashi

Abstract

This paper reviews the effect of area wide traffic calming schemes, road-pia concept projects, in Japan, from viewpoints of traffic safety and their socio- economic effectiveness. This paper assesses the Road-pia projects scheme compared with traffic calming in European countries, 30km-zone and 20mph zone. Comparisons of *before' and 'after' data for injury accidents for Road-pia scheme areas and control areas. Economic evaluation of the schemes is carried out, using cost benef

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