WANG Guangtao1, WANG Jifeng2, ZHAO Junling2
1. Tongji University, Shanghai 201804, China; 2. China Academy of Urban Planning & Design, Beijing 100037, China

Abstract： It is important to accurately analyze the impacts of urbanization and informatization on urban travel demand and its changing trend, which is the premise for the high-quality development of urban transportation. This paper discusses the new characteristics of travel demand brought by enhanced quality of life, effective urban spatial alignment, and changes in social structure during urbanization. The paper discusses the anticipated impacts of informatization on urban mobility, transportation infrastructure facilities and urban transportation management. Finally, the paper outlines the future urban transportation characterized by demand-oriented service, integrated development, transportation equity, and new rules and regulations. The paper concludes that only reform and innovation can meet the development requirements in the new era.

Keywords： urban transportation; informatization; urbanization; transportation demand; development vision