At Meep, we are passionate about innovation and transforming the way we move. That’s why we’ve created Meeptionary, a unique dictionary designed to help you understand the key concepts driving the future of transportation and mobility. This glossary compiles terms ranging from emerging technologies to sustainable transport models, all aimed at creating cleaner, more accessible, and better-connected cities.

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Do you know what an eVTOL is or how Account-Based Ticketing works? Are you curious about micromobility or the benefits of HOV lanes? Meeptionary is here to answer these questions and more, serving as your guide to the fascinating world of modern and future mobility. Below, you’ll find the complete list of terms organized alphabetically for easy reference.

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Meeptionary A-Z:

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Account Based Ticketing (ABT)

A ticketless way of allowing riders to travel by simply tapping or scanning, and not necessarily by any physical media held by the passenger, using a secure token linked to an account in the backend of the solution.

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Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)

Innovative air transportation integrating electric aircraft into urban and regional mobility for passengers and cargo.

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Autonomous Aerial Vehicle (AAV)

Unmanned aircraft capable of self-piloting, designed for passenger or cargo transport without human intervention.

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Autonomous Vehicle

A vehicle that drives itself without human intervention, using sensors, cameras, radars, and advanced software. The levels of autonomy are driver-only, assisted, partial automation, high automation, and full automation.

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BRT (Bus Rapid Transit)

High-capacity, efficient bus system with dedicated lanes and priority signals, providing faster, reliable urban transit.

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Clean Air Zone (CAZ)

Area improving air quality via measures like penalties for high-emission vehicles or incentives for low-emission transport.

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Closed Loop

Payment system using specific cards or devices provided by the transportation operator, mainly restricted for exclusive use within that system. Requires approval from Apple and Google for the validator device. Primarily used in public transportation.

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Congestion Pricing

Charges for driving in high-traffic areas during peak times to reduce congestion and encourage alternative transportation.

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Connected Vehicle

A vehicle that is connected to the internet and other devices, enabling communication with other vehicles, infrastructures, and traffic management systems.

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Deterrent Parking

Car parks generally located on the outskirts of cities whose purpose is to offer drivers interested in accessing the city center the possibility of parking in these spaces and continuing their journey by other sustainable public and private transport modes, a phenomenon known as park & ride.

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DRT (Demand-Responsive Transport)

Flexible, on-demand transit service adjusting routes based on passenger demand, offering shared, point-to-point rides.

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Dynamic Tolling

Real-time toll adjustments based on traffic conditions to manage demand and maintain steady traffic flow on toll roads.

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eVTOL (Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing)

Electric aircraft enabling vertical takeoff and landing, ideal for urban air mobility and short-distance trips.

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High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV)

Traffic lanes reserved for vehicles with multiple passengers to reduce congestion and promote carpooling.

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Intermodal Mobility

Using several means of transport on the same route.

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Interurban Mobility

Transport and travel between different cities.

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Low Emission Zone (LEZ)

Area limiting high-emission vehicles, targeting older, polluting ones with restrictions or fees to reduce air pollution.

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Media Based Ticketing (MBT)

A system where a card (or another medium) is used as a means of access to a transport operator, instead of a physical ticket.

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Micromobility

Shared-use fleets of small, fully, or partially human-powered vehicles such as bikes, e-bikes, and e-scooters. These vehicles are meant for short point-to-point trips.

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Microincentives

Small, personalized rewards to encourage the use of public transportation or sustainable behaviors, tailored to individual needs.

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Microtransit

A tech-enabled service model which is between traditional fixed route transit and the services provided by taxis and ride-hailing companies. Examples include passenger vans, cutaway vans, or minivans.

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Multimodal Mobility

Using several modes of transport on different routes and at different times of the day.

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Open Loop

Payment system with cards or devices linked to broader networks like Visa, Mastercard, or Apple Pay. Commonly used in public transportation, retail, and services. Examples include Apple Wallet or Google Wallet.

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Ride-Hailing

Vehicle transport services with a professional driver hired by the user.

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Ride-Pooling

Transport services where several passengers share the same or similar routes, with the possibility of getting into the vehicle from different collection points.

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Shared Mobility

Transport services that are shared among many people, including when users are themselves the drivers of the vehicles they share, such as car-sharing, motorbike-sharing, or micro-mobility operators like scooters and bicycles.

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Single-Occupancy Vehicle (SOV)

A car with only the driver onboard, contributing to traffic congestion and higher carbon emissions.

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Suburban Mobility

Transport and travel between peripheral residential areas and the city center.

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Targeted or Selective Subsidies

Government financial support for specific user groups based on criteria such as age, economic level, accessibility, or location.

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Uniform or Traditional Subsidies

Government financial support to reduce public transportation costs without distinguishing between users.

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Urban Mobility

Transport and travel within a city.

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The world of mobility is evolving faster than ever, introducing groundbreaking concepts and technologies that are shaping our cities and the way we move. Meeptionary serves as your gateway to this transformation, helping you stay informed and inspired by the possibilities of smarter, greener, and more efficient transportation.

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What do you think of these terms? Have any surprised you or sparked your curiosity? Take a look at our blog, and let’s keep the conversation about the future of mobility going! 🚀

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