Informal Public Transportation in Mexico: Case Cuautepec - Mexico City

Abstract

Objectives: The objectives of this paper are two, the first one is to describe the impact caused in the population by the informal transportation service in Cuautepec, Mexico City and the second one is to know the opinion of the user’s concerning security and other topics of interest regarding the informal transport.   Theoretical Framework: The theoretical framework is related to public transportation services especially those that are considered informal and have the same conditions as the study area to have a better comprehension and sustain the information given. Method: The methodology consisted of field work visiting the area, observing the system procedure and then, conduct a survey among users to know particular information regarding the transportation service.    Results and conclusion: This paper shows that despite the negative impact that this activity causes in the area and the welfare of the inhabitants, this service is still being used as a solution for the lack of any other transportation mean that can operate in the geographic conditions of the area of Cuautepec.   Implications of the research: The main contribution of this work is scientifically point out the problems generated by a solution to the demand for transportation in areas with few supply options that brings negative social impacts.   Originality/Value: This work contributes to scientific knowledge about the social impacts of an activity that has emerged as an alternative to a lack of transport services that can be used not only for future comparisons, but also as future references on different means of transport supply.