Transportation of Your Nation

[Noviak]

Most of our citizens own private cars or motorcycles. We also have a public transport system including Buses and Trains, no Taxis however. We are also looking into the possibility of a Maglev monorail in the rather large city of Kangastus.

[The Kangaroo Republic]

There are plenty of methods of transportation in the FKR.

For long distances, the most popular is of course the car. Although in densely-populated areas, people prefer to go to work by bus to avoid the congestion during rush hour (most roads in major cities have bus lanes, to encourage bus use.) Trains are also used for even longer distances and occasionally the airplane is used if the distance is great enough (taking the airplane is not uncommon when you have to go to the west of the nation, all the way from the east.)

It is quite remarkable however that bicycles are barely used, mostly because the maximum speed a macropodine can attain on a bicycle is slower than he can attain by hopping. In fact, we do not have bicycle lanes in the FKR, no, we have hopping lanes. (We're just that awesome.) However, non-kangaroo immigrants may also use these lanes for transportation via bicycle.

[Mid Lothian]

There are a number of forms of transport in Mid Lothian.

The most commonly used forms of public transport are buses, trains, aeroplanes, taxis and ferries. There are also underground networks, tramways and monorails in the major cities.

The most commonly used private forms are cars, motorbikes and pedal cycles.

[Maraque]

Train

The subway is the most common way to travel in Tsvarchi, with triple decker express and commuter rail services operating 24/7. The cost to ride express costs $1.95 and the cost to ride commuter rail is $0.95.

Bus

The bus is the second most common way to travel in Tsvarchi, with triple decker buses riding in their own dedicated lanes that allow them to not be stifled by the massive traffic james that riddle the city-state's busier sections. A single ride costs $1.50; to make a connection costs an extra $0.25.

Taxi

Mercedes-Benz E350 hydrogen electric taxis are utilized for shorter trips, and are a common way to get around to avoid the scorching hot temperatures in Tsvarchi. There's an initial charge of $2.50, then $0.50 every minute.

Car

95% of Tsvarchivans do not own an automobile, partly because of the high cost of ownership (insurance, taxes, fees), and the horrendous traffic jams that plague the city make it a slow and boring ride. Despite this, some 671 million privately owned automobiles traverse city streets on a daily basis. When all things are considered, the average monthly cost to operate a vehicle in Tsvarchi is $1,100.

Walking

Walking is a popular activity in Tsvarchi, given the people's love for being outside. Many Tsvarchivans choose to walk everywhere and forgo mass transit, and it shows; the average Tsvarchivan walks 9 miles every single day. The only downside is the scorching temperatures, which means people that choose to walk places must bring plenty of water to keep hydrated.

Airplane

Since Tsvarchi is a fairly small country (500 miles from east to west, 220 miles from north to south), Tsvarchivans commonly utilize cheap, short-haul flights when they need to commute from coast to coast, and with supersonic jets the norm, it is a fairly quick ride. Passengers can get a round trip ticket from Darkaan to Taerak for $85 on many airlines.

Bicycle

Like walking, bicycling is also a very popular activity, with dedicated bike lanes in the street so that they can traverse the city effortlessly and safely. While many people own their own biycles, the city offers bicycle rentals for $1/hour. The renter can usually find a bicycle recepticle at their destination to drop it off once finished.

Boat

For a coastal and scenic route, there are many ferries that usher people from coastal locations around the nation. Ferries leave ports in Darkaan, Atrulia, Cuerak, Taerak, and Estakuri every hour. The cost is a flat $50 per passenger. Many folks have been known to take their canoes up the many rivers in Tsvarchi, as well.

[Brandington]

most people drive high tech cars, made in brandington. public transportation is also quite good.

[Vox Libertatem]

"Public" (Well, mostly private or public/private joint venture, as there is little truly 'public' transportation in Vox Libertatem):
- Rail: primarily in the form of elevated rail and subway lines in major cities, also a few commuter lines along freight routes and a small number of trolley routes in Libertas, the capital.
- Road Vehicle: Variety of different kinds - primarily buses (both city and regional), taxis, and autorickshaws.
- Boat: Ferries, cruise ships.
- Aircraft: Airplane, Rotodyne.

"Private" (Basically whatever the owner wants):
- Road Vehicle: car, truck, van, motorcycle, autorickshaw, bicycle, moped, motorized tricycle, golf cart, ATV, APC, weird frankensteinian motorized creation....you don't want to drive in rush-hour traffic. Commonest car brand is AutoLibertas, which is basically an equivalent to 'slightly better-built Yugo' or '20-year-old Fiat'.
- Boat: yacht, sailboat, speedboat, canoe, etc.
- Aircraft: private helicopter or airplane (mostly only for the wealthy or for hobbyists).

[Rainbow Dove Rocks]

Public transport companies are funded by taxes, fares and the central government. Some started from individuals as private companies but have been bought and expanded by the government:
Nationrail- A nationwide passenger train network (21582 stations.112,789 carriages)
Subcity- A subway network across Greenhill (47 stations.120 carriages.5 lines)
Sub Urban- A subway system in ten of the largest cities (346 stations.3,410 carriages.50 lines)
Citibus- Buses in all towns and cities (27,576 stops and stations.189 buses.534 services)
Crossnational- Region-wide services which stop at only one terminal in each major town and city (150 termina.500 buses.15 services)
Park+Ride- In the 10 busiest cities. Where people can park and travel into central areas (30 stops and stations.50 buses.10 services)
EcoCab- Eco-friendly taxi service which serves all cities and towns. Drivers get paid based on individual profit. (893,705 cabs)
Village bus- Buses which drive through villages and then drive into nearby towns and cities (450 stops.500 buses.150 services)
Villetram Trams running up the steepest roads of Greenhill's wards such as Bayside. Services terminate in the shopping area 20 stops.60 cars.2 services
Aquacross- Small ferries for crossing rivers. They are for pedestrians (20 ports.30 ferries.10 services)
Skyfly- Cable cars spanning Dila Bridge and the new Karlsson Bridge which links the mainland to the capital city of Greenhill (4 stations.6 cars.2 services)
National Ports Authority- Only controls the maintenance of the airports and ferry ports. (5 airports.9 ferry ports)

Private transport is monitored through road tax. Toll booths charge those who pass but cyclists can pass for free on a designated lane alongside the booth. Roads are maintained by councils. Taxes as well as all toll charges, 1/3 petrol charges and some road taxes are used to fund maintenance:
Taxis
Coaches
Cars
Vans
Lorries
Minibuses
Bicycles
Motorcycles

[Neo Athena]

Public: Conventional railway, atmospheric railway, skyrail, tram, cabs and omnibuses (either animal-drawn or motorised), ferry (can be a surface ship, sumarine or airship).

Private: Horse or other riding animal, private carriage or motored vehicle, bicycle, walking, small flying machines, and a variety of bizzarre contraptions seemingly designed with weirdness rather than practicality in mind.

[Anit christ]

mostly cars buses scooters bikes and hitch hikeing*

are government uses limos helicopters* and for demons flying

are water ways are mostly sail boats for every thing even conatoars and passger ships are sail

planes are very small even passger and cargo are biggest are for millarty



*(most popular)

[Darmen]

Most households have 1 car and a few bikes.

[YellowApple]

Since YellowApple's cities are built from a number of large dirigibles, most families own small private aircraft modified to use alternative fuels (petroleum and other fossil fuels are outlawed). Smaller passenger airships and monorail systems are staples of YellowApple public transportation.

[Easterlands (Ancient)]

Most people use public transportation, usually in the form of underground trains. There are many tunnels that crisscross the kingdom. Many people also own atleast one car. Many of the richer people own a boat.

[Sibirsky]

Airports; 213,453
Airports with paved runways - total; 73,524
Over 3,047 m; 2,675
2,438 to 3,047 m; 3,327
1,524 to 2,437 m; 20,936
914 to 1,523 m; 32,784
Under 914 m; 13,802
Airports with unpaved runways - total; 139,929
2,438 to 3,047 m; 99
1,524 to 2,437 m; 2,194
914 to 1,523 m; 24,801
Under 914 m; 112,835
Heliports; 1,784
Railways; 3,205,219 km
Roadways; 92,099,481 km
Paved roadways; 61,927,867 km
Unpaved roadways; 30,171,614 km
Waterways; 580,509 km
Merchant marine total; 5,917
Barge carriers; 85
Bulk carriers; 821
Cargo ships; 821
Carriers; 42
Chemical tankers; 425
Container ships; 1,232
Passenger ships; 255
Passenger/cargo ships; 793
Petroleum tankers; 637
Refrigerated cargo ships; 42
Roll on/roll off ships; 382
Vehicle carriers; 382
Passenger vehicles; 3,825,291,604
Automobiles; 2,064,659,453
SUVs and pick up trucks; 1,511,617,559
Motorcycles; 101,961,361
Trucks and buses; 147,048,985
Passenger vehicles over 10 years old; 22.9%
Seven to 10 years old; 27.9%
Three to six years old; 32.3%
Less than three years old; 17%
Median age of vehicles; 7.3 years
Mean age of pick up trucks; 7.5 years
Mean age of cars; 6.7 years
Mean age of vans; 5.6 years
Mean age of SUVs; 4.8 years
Mean age of RVs; 9.9 years

1985 was a record year for automobile sales as 72,066,142 cars were sold in Sibirsky.
Sales have been in decline every year since 1999 when 49,730,773 cars were sold. This is seen as a normal market fluctuation. In 2008, 40,492,008 cars were sold.

The median car sold this year had a MSRP of $45,238.20, however few people pay the sticker price in Sibirsky. The median discount in 2009 was $7,576.71. Meaning the average buyer of a new car paid only $37,661.49.

The average fuel economy has improved steadily over the years, even as cars have become more powerful. In 1960, the average fuel economy for a car sold in Sibirsky was 9.9 MPG. By 1970 it actually declined to 9.6 MPG. By 1980 it was 10.6 MPG. In 1990 it reached 13.2 MPG. In 2000 it reached 13.5 MPG and this year the average car sold consumes 14.1 MPG.

[Magical Equestria]

Ponies generally walk wherever we need to go. If it's a long-distance trip, we may take a pony-drawn cart, or a pony-drawn carriage, or if it's a really long trip, a pony-drawn train. A lot of male Earth ponies are employed in the transportation sector, making a living by literally providing horsepower.

Pegasus ponies, of course, can fly wherever they need to go. Thanks to their gravity-nullifying magic, they can even carry non-flying passengers by pulling carts or chariots behind them.

The most advanced mechanical form of transportation we have are balloons, useful when you can't fly and need to reach mountainside citadels like Canterlot or the great Pegasus cloud-cities in the sky. They're rather rare, though, and usually reserved only for members of the royal court.

[SimVillia]

Though about 70% of the nation is rural or suburban, we have tight restrictions on auutomobiles. Those who own there own car (only about 25% of the population) can not drive them between the hours of 8am and 10am, or 4pm and 6pm, unless there are at least 2 other people present in the vehicle. excluding those hours, to drive anytime between 7am and 7pm, you must have at least 1 other person present in the vehicle. Vehicles classified as commercial/industrial (tractor trailers, company vans, etc.) as well as cabs, are excluded from these rules. (OOC: these rules have all been difficult to enforce, and in rural areas they are pretty much disregarded)

There is mass transportation. In cities, there are subways and busses. In the rural/suburban areas, there are public cabs. These cabs get subsidies from the town, making them extremely cheap, approximatly $0.50 per mile for the fare. They will take you anywhere in town.

[Virabia]

For local transit most private individuals either bike, walk (the previous two are by far the most common) or use scooters. Some use cars but they are usually small. Those who need to get somewhere faster usually take advantage of our comprehensive public transportation system. Even the smallest of towns usually have a mini bus system and larger cities like Atalanta (pop. 500,000) have a full compliment of trains and busses. One odd example would be Mortingham where the city's rivers are used for a "Water Boat" network.

For transportation which sees longer distances being traversed, either car, trains or planes are used. By far the most used is planes. The domestic air system in Virabia is perhaps the most used in all of Rushmore and even towns that otherwise wouldn't have commercial service will revieve a few turbo props a day...

[Manahakatouki]

Walking and biking is the most common way to travel, though electric subways are the main way of travelling around the country side.

[The Territory]

Short-range transport in the Territory (all parts, really) is a small enclosure with gravitic drives and a sophisticated autopilot. Some will claim it is a fundamental right to omit the autopilot; the State will disagree and penalties will be imposed. Only occasionally will the offender get blown out of the sky.

In any case, the archetypal Territorial vehicle is a flying car. Unless the designer had artistic ambitions, it will have flowing organic shapes and most of the hull will be transparent. It will be quite rugged and safe, and capable of reaching orbit; with additional life-support packs or with passengers able to hibernate it will be capable of interplanetary travel. It will tend to be too light to submerge, but some variants are capable of flooding the main compartment and diving.

In the spacer faction, light spaceships are common. These will be not much larger than the flying car, mostly without FTL capability but better equipped to handle the hazards of space travel than the flying car and with extended life support standard.

As we move up in weight we see truck and aircraft analogues. For civilian applications, gravitics are near universal, though many craft use a mix of gravitics and aerodynamic lift. Surface and submarine transportation appears fairly conventional, but generally use reactionless drives rather than propellers and the like.

Spaceships are common and come in many classes; the most common are assorted variants on the Firefly class and its non-streamlined cousin, the Mule. Several steps up we see mobile resource marshaling and industry platforms, generally squat cylinders in the 500 to 1,500 meter range - these are the glue that binds the widespread outposts together. There are of course numerous civilian and military spaceships, from the 30m range ships that are just about the minimum size where a FTL drive can be justified to multi-kilometer monsters hiding most of their mass in dimensional twists.

Finally, we see mobile habitats. The most common design is an enclosed rotating cylinder in the 30km range. Like the industrial platforms, they tend to carry a tesseract drive for excellent jump FTL performance and minimal normal-space drives.

[The Pope States]

Cars, trains, planes, and boat at times