Inclusive Mobility of Older Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) in the Klang Valley: An Analysis of Travel Frequency and Transport Mode Choice
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Mohamad Sidik Mahir
Keyword
Inclusive mobility, Older persons with disabilities (OPDs), Travel behaviour, Travel frequency, Transport mode choice, Multimodal transport
Abstract
Inclusive mobility is essential for ensuring the social participation and well-being of older persons with disabilities (OPDs), particularly in urban areas with complex transport systems. However, existing studies often examine mobility dimensions separately without capturing the interaction between mobility engagement and transport service utilisation. This study addresses this gap by developing an integrated framework that links travel frequency and transport mode choice through a two-stage behavioural approach. Using primary survey data from 165 older OPDs in the Klang Valley, this study applies Ordered Logit and Multinomial Logit models to analyse travel behaviour. The results show that health constraints, particularly walking difficulties and chronic illness, significantly reduce travel frequency, while income and medical needs increase mobility engagement. Importantly, travel frequency acts as a mediating factor influencing transport mode choice, with higher mobility associated with greater use of multimodal transport. The findings contribute to the development of inclusive and service-oriented transport policies by highlighting the importance of accessibility, multimodal integration, and support mechanisms for vulnerable populations.