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My Mobility Scooters face a variety of issues, such as congestion, air pollution and accessibility. Urban mobility solutions that rely on new technologies could improve the quality of life, boost economic vitality, and reduce the environmental footprint. However, the implementation of these solutions requires collaboration across the entire mobility ecosystem. It is crucial to adopt an approach that is centered on the city, and geared towards citizens. Working with cities, cross-industry players and Mercedes-Benz experts will result in a tailor-made solution to meet the specific needs of each city. Congestion The issues of congestion have long been a key issue in urban mobility planning. Time spent in traffic decreases individuals' productivity and lowers the efficiency of cities in general. The city's authorities must weigh the need for innovation in transportation with the consequences of aging infrastructure and a growing population. Urban transportation systems must be safe and accessible while making sure that they reduce noise, pollution, and waste. Moreover, cities must address the challenges of traffic congestion, parking management, and decarbonization. There are many ways to manage traffic congestion, but to be effective everyone must take responsibility for the issue. This begins with recognizing that congestion is not just an inconvenience for individual commuters, but also an economic cost for businesses and the overall economy. It is therefore crucial to use accurate and high-resolution data to record the day-to-day variations in travel time to determine the reasons for congestion and the most efficient solutions. In addition to observing traffic conditions it is also essential to communicate to the public and businesses about how congestion impacts their operations. Making clear and consistent messages will help increase awareness of the issue and inform the public about solutions, and motivate business leaders to advocate strategies to reduce congestion. One solution is to increase the capacity of roads. This is costly and subject to many restrictions, including environmental and land-use laws. Other options include encouraging alternative methods of transportation like taxi hailing apps and bikeshare programs, or using congestion pricing and carpooling. Lastly parking systems are often inefficient, which causes pollution and congestion. Smart parking solutions can optimize space usage and divert trips from busy roads. Aging Infrastructure Cities and towns across the country struggle to deal with traffic congestion and safety concerns due to aging infrastructure. As the number of vehicles on the road continues to grow, bridges and roads are putting residents and businesses at risk and increasing the time it takes to travel. The aging infrastructure of transportation is a challenge that can not be solved by technology alone. The Oregon Department of Transportation is working to address this problem by investing in new highways as well as other transit projects that will ease traffic congestion, improve safety and modernize the infrastructure. These investments will ensure that the Portland region continues to grow for the next generation. As urbanization continues to accelerate, many nations are experiencing a shortage of affordable homes and the demand for sustainable solutions to mobility is growing. Innovative solutions like e-scooters and ebuses are being implemented in order to reduce carbon emissions and curb climate change. These new mobility solutions also aid in ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities which is a growing issue for many people. This study employs an organized literature survey (SLR) to examine 62 scientific papers and forecast the development for different scenarios to 2030. The primary driver of alterations is predicted to be the gradual growth of shared mobility and automation. The scenario “Mine is Yours” is the most popular (35%) followed by “Grumpy Old Transport” (18 percent) and “Tech-eager Mobility” (17 17 percent). To make these innovative mobility options more widely accepted by the general public, progressive legislation and supportive policies will be needed. Inequality Urban mobility solutions need to not just improve traffic flow, but also reduce emissions and be socially and economically affordable for all. Transportation costs are typically the largest household expenses, and they are often difficult for people with low incomes. Car payments that are high, fuel, insurance, and maintenance costs can put a significant financial burden for families, and hinder people from obtaining jobs or education as well as services. Additionally long commutes long could negatively affect the health of residents. Public transportation is a viable alternative to private vehicles, however, many cities aren't equipped with the infrastructure necessary. The outdated public transportation system was designed to serve much smaller populations and needs a substantial investment to modernize. Lack of funds, as well as legacy technology, could hinder the development of new service. Congestion also can increase the amount of pollutants in the atmosphere and poses an illness risk to the population. Poor air quality can worsen respiratory problems and decrease the quality of life. Using effective urban mobility planning the unnecessary congestion can be prevented by expanding and improving the existing infrastructure. Increasing the capacity of public transport will decrease travel times and make it more accessible for all people, including those with disabilities or impairments. It will also reduce the burden on families that own expensive cars and free up valuable space for parking. Increasing the use of alternative modes of transportation can have a significant impact on the level of inequality. As cities become more dense, the commuting disparity between Blacks and Whites and Whites and AAPIs shrinks. Women's commute times decrease relative to men's. This suggests that growing density forces AAPIs to sacrifice comparable salaries for longer commutes, which in turn forces blacks to work farther away and women are less likely to find jobs that meet their qualifications and capabilities. Air Quality Air quality issues are becoming increasingly important as research shows that there is a direct connection between health and exposure to toxic pollutants. The heavy traffic congestion, the diesel and gasoline vehicle use as well as other factors can result in high levels of particulate (PM2.5 and PM10), and gases like nitrogen oxides, sulphur dioxide, volatile organic compounds, and carbon monoxide. These pollutants can be harmful and contribute to climate changes. The exposure to these pollutants can lead to heart attacks as well as lung irritation, asthma as well as delayed development in children, and impairment of cognitive functions. They can also cause the production of greenhouse gases and ozone and the urban heat-island effect, which causes temperatures to rise in cities. The development of public transportation is an effective measure to improve air quality and encourage active mobility. can reduce the emissions of transport which include greenhouse gases. Furthermore by reducing emissions from urban transportation can help achieve local, national and international climate change targets. Smart mobility solutions can be used to encourage commuters to switch to electric vehicles and vehicles that emit less emissions. In addition they can provide information on safe biking and walking routes. They can also encourage ridesharing, which helps reduce the number of cars and the amount of pollution on the roads. In a recent article we have simulated SUMPs' (Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans), impact on 642 European cities. Our results show that SUMPs have a considerable impact on modelled “urban background concentrations” of PM2.5 and NO2, with reductions of these substances ranging from 7% to around 7%. However it is important to remember that these results only take into account the transport sector's emissions as well as the concentrations in urban areas. Other advantages of SUMPs like reduced energy consumption, street-level concentrations and electro-mobility options are not considered in this study, and should be considered in future studies. Urban mobility solutions require an ecosystem approach that involves multiple stakeholders. They must consider technology, equity and sustainability, all while being tailored to the unique particulars of each city. While new technologies can help urban mobility systems, they should be able to integrate existing infrastructure, promote bicycle share and public transport schemes, and increase security. Logistics is the process of moving goods and people in a city, and is the backbone of urban mobility. It is essential for reducing the amount of traffic, optimizing commute time, and improving accessibility. The development of new technologies, such as autonomous vehicles (AVs) will have direct impact on the city's logistics. It will also make the transportation sector more effective. It will eliminate the need for human driving, reduce fatal accidents caused by driver error, and improve traffic. Logistics is complicated because of its many stakeholders. Each has their own objectives budgets, goals, and technologies. It's difficult to ensure the consistent implementation of a project. Additionally, it can be hard to transfer and scale solutions from one location to another since each has its own specific needs. To tackle these challenges, cities must foster technological innovation and design smarter, more agile logistical operations, which can adapt to the most recent technological advancements. This can be accomplished by encouraging green logistics by integrating environmentally friendly urban planning into SULPs and SUMPs, or exploring the feasibility of flying drones for air travel. In addition it is essential to encourage collaboration between public transportation agencies, private companies and logistics service providers, and also to balance the use of digital technology with local privacy regulations. This will allow for better transit and allow the city to be more fluid, ultimately boosting citizens' overall quality of life.