Social networks, social influence and activity-travel behaviour: a review of models and empirical evidence

J. Kim, S. Rasouli, H.J.P. Timmermans

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Abstract

The study of social networks in activity-travel research has recently gained momentum because social activities and social influence were relatively poorly explained in activity-based models of travel demand. Over the last decade, many scholars have shown interest in identifying personal social networks that constitute an important source of explanation of activity-travel behaviour. This paper seeks to review two research streams: social networks and activity-travel behaviour, and social influence and travel decisions. We classify models, summarise empirical findings and discuss important issues that require further research.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)499-523
Number of pages25
JournalTransport Reviews
Volume38
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2018

Keywords

  • activity travel decision
  • social activity
  • social influence
  • Social network
  • travel behaviour

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