On-demand vans could solve S’gor’s first, last-mile transport issues: exco

Services based on smart-routing app to launch in Q1 2023 under state’s mobility initiative

SHAH ALAM – The Selangor government aims to solve the last-mile snag in public transportation with an app-based van service commuters can use to reach destinations not serviced by buses or light rails.

Known as demand-responsive transit (DRT) vans, they are to be introduced within the first quarter of next year, state executive councillor for public transport Ng Sze Han told The Vibes.

RM3 million has been allocated to this under the RM25 million rebranded Selangor Mobility initiative which deals with public transportation in the state. The DRT van programme aims to complete the state’s public transport ecosystem and offer solutions for last-mile connectivity.

“It is a smart routing app that is quite similar to e-hailing services with an intelligent system.

“It will navigate the narrow and concentrated commercial zones and housing areas at pick-up points, unlike buses, which can’t serve some sections,” Ng said in an interview.