Factors Affecting Acceptance of Three-Wheeled Vehicles as One of the Public Transport Modes in Malaysia

Abstract

Malaysia has a wide range of public transport as an alternative to help people get a cheap and safe mode of transportation. However, first and last-mile connectivity is always an issue that always arises. At one time, the government is considering allowing the three-wheeled vehicle to be used in Malaysia. Consequently, a study was conducted to investigate the public acceptance of three-wheeled vehicles as one of the transport modes. Not even half of the respondents accept the idea of using the three-wheelers in Malaysia. Therefore, this study aims to identify the factors affecting the acceptance of three-wheeled vehicles as one of the public transport modes in Malaysia. The study concluded that the influencing factors are income, distance to the nearest public transport facilities and experience of using the vehicle abroad. Despite that, the Malaysian government is yet to bring in powered three-wheelers in Malaysia.