autobezit

Autobezit, meaning car ownership in Dutch, refers to the possession of one or more motor vehicles by individuals or households. It is commonly measured by indicators such as the share of households that own a car, the average number of cars per household, or cars per capita. These metrics are used in demographic, economic, and transportation research to assess mobility options and potential demand for road infrastructure.

Data on autobezit are collected by national statistical offices, vehicle registrations, and household travel surveys. International comparisons rely on standardized indicators such as vehicles per capita and cars per household. Changes in autobezit reflect economic conditions, urban form, policy, and technology, including the availability of financing, the price of fuel, and the emergence of alternatives like public transit, cycling, and car-sharing.

Trends in autobezit vary by country and region. In many high-income countries, ownership rose during the mid-20th century and has since plateaued or declined somewhat due to urbanization, congestion concerns, and environmental policies. In rapidly developing economies, car ownership has grown quickly as incomes rise, though urban planning and public transport investments influence future trajectories.

Implications of autobezit include effects on mobility, labor markets, and housing, as well as environmental impact through vehicle emissions and resource use. Policy options to influence autobezit include vehicle taxation, registration fees, fuel pricing, parking regulation, urban design, and incentives for alternative mobility modes or electric vehicles.

See also vehicle ownership, transportation policy, mobility.