Comparing Driving Behaviors and Mobility Perceptions Post-Covid-19

This report presents findings from a smart mobility survey conducted by Verra Mobility, which evaluated the perceptions and behaviors of 2,000 Americans regarding transportation before and after the Covid-19 pandemic. The survey revealed that 40% of respondents feel less safe on the roads now compared to the pre-pandemic period, with 54% believing that the average driver has worsened since March 2020. The report highlights a significant increase in traffic fatalities, reaching a 16-year high in 2021, which correlates with the negative perceptions of driving safety among respondents. Additionally, the survey examined changes in traffic tolerance, revealing that only 15% of participants felt rush hour traffic had improved, while 32% reported being less tolerant of traffic. The findings also indicated that vehicle ownership remained stable, with 65% of households owning the same number of vehicles as before the pandemic. The report concludes with a note on the gradual decrease in traffic fatalities in early 2023 and the adoption of technology solutions to enhance road safety.