In a world that is increasingly reliant on interconnected transportation systems to provide lifelines for cities and regions, how can we find truth? Our transportation systems are not just about moving people and goods from one place to another; they are complex sociotechnical ensembles that shape, and are shaped by, the societies they serve. And in Transport Truths: Planning Methods and Ethics for Global Futures, Greg Griffin explores the methods that underpin how we plan for transport, highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach to address modern challenges.

As an important entry in the Transport Futures series at Bristol University Press, the book emerges from a realization that traditional approaches to transport planning often fall short in addressing the wicked challenges of our time. The need for sustainable, equitable, and efficient transport systems has never been more pressing, yet the path to achieving these goals is fraught with complexities and contradictions. By integrating insights from diverse disciplines and employing a critical realist perspective, Griffin provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and addressing these multifaceted challenges.

For example, quantitative methods such as statistical analysis and traffic modeling provide valuable data on transport patterns and trends. However, they often fail to capture the nuances of individual experiences and the broader social context. deeper insights into these aspects but may lack the rigor and generalizability of quantitative approaches.