... examined walking and cycling behaviour in Europe (the Netherlands and Germany) and the US. They noted the main reasons for the large proportion of Europeans’ making trips on bicycles and walking ... provisions. The substantial mobility advantages offered to disabled and other older people by motorized wheelchairs and other small motorized vehicles were acknowledged by the THE ELDERLY AND MOBILITY: ... especially for short trips and, in many ways, walking and cycling are beneficial to individuals and the community. These forms of transport increase fitness, health and longevity, and decrease societal...