Sharing some interesting revelations in a recent study electric mobility platform Greencell Mobility has pointed out some very distinctive features that travelers expect from their bus travel to make it an even more enjoyable experience. The study revolves around the overall shift in mobility to electric and connected technology and its impact on passenger spending, preferences, and the impact of men and women on travel. Here we take a look at some of the highlights from the study.
A key feature of Greencell’s findings is that most commuters are willing to use premium electric and connected buses. The study shows:
88% of commuters willing to travel using premium electric connected buses
Premium Electric:
Research shows that when one comes into contact with the concept of an inter-city electric premium bus:
96% of passengers liked the concept
91% found it unique
88% said that they were willing to experience these buses when they were launched in the market.
There is also a high willingness to pay premium for these buses as 77% of commuters said that they are willing to try premium electric bus, even if it is more expensive than the existing options available in the market.
· are linked:
61% claim that timely information, delay, etc. is a must
62% say that availability of charging points in buses is mandatory
One of the top 5 reasons for driving preference for a particular bus among ‘technologically advanced’ commuters
79% of intercity bus passengers feel there is a lack of uniformity of services, reveals NewGo Travel Insights
• Comfort, cleanliness and safety are the most important considerations for passengers in the first of its kind Inter-City Bus Traveler Sentiment Study; Safety is most important for travelers in the south while comfort is relatively more important for travelers in the north and west
• 88% of passengers are ready to experience the premium electric buses
The data also outlines the weightage that has now been given more relaxation during travel.
– 71% claim that travel means pleasure/comfort and thus is much more than a pure journey from one place to another
Before, during and after travel are important for all travellers.
In pre-travel, hassle-free ticket booking, customer lounge/waiting area and on-time departure are the top-three important aspects
During travel- Hygiene/hygiene, availability of charging points and comfortable seats are among the most important aspects
Post-Journey – Taken real time, availability of the geographical location of the de-boarding point and comfortable de-boarding are of paramount importance
A key feature of Greencell’s findings is that most commuters are willing to use premium electric and connected buses. The study shows:
88% of commuters willing to travel using premium electric connected buses
Premium Electric:
Research shows that when one comes into contact with the concept of an inter-city electric premium bus:
96% of passengers liked the concept
91% found it unique
88% said that they were willing to experience these buses when they were launched in the market.
There is also a high willingness to pay premium for these buses as 77% of commuters said that they are willing to try premium electric bus, even if it is more expensive than the existing options available in the market.
· are linked:
61% claim that timely information, delay, etc. is a must
62% say that availability of charging points in buses is mandatory
One of the top 5 reasons for driving preference for a particular bus among ‘technologically advanced’ commuters
79% of intercity bus passengers feel there is a lack of uniformity of services, reveals NewGo Travel Insights
• Comfort, cleanliness and safety are the most important considerations for passengers in the first of its kind Inter-City Bus Traveler Sentiment Study; Safety is most important for travelers in the south while comfort is relatively more important for travelers in the north and west
• 88% of passengers are ready to experience the premium electric buses
The data also outlines the weightage that has now been given more relaxation during travel.
– 71% claim that travel means pleasure/comfort and thus is much more than a pure journey from one place to another
Before, during and after travel are important for all travellers.
In pre-travel, hassle-free ticket booking, customer lounge/waiting area and on-time departure are the top-three important aspects
During travel- Hygiene/hygiene, availability of charging points and comfortable seats are among the most important aspects
Post-Journey – Taken real time, availability of the geographical location of the de-boarding point and comfortable de-boarding are of paramount importance