How might public transport networks work alongside mobility apps? Will ‘slow travel’ reach the mainstream? And what would make transit systems more female-friendly? In this part of the 2020 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about the various factors impacting the ways we get around.

Amid calls for safer travel options, navigation app Citymapper has launched a ‘main road’ feature that allows users to stick to busier routes during night-time travel. By responding to users’ Twitter requests, the move shows how brands can leverage social media to improve their services and boost loyalty.

Despite cycling's positive perception among women, nearly three quarters of women in the UK never use a bike – whereas men are twice as likely to cycle than women. Many women report feeling unsafe cycling in the city because of the lack of appropriate infrastructures, and diffused sexism.

Britain’s ageing population is being urged to stay active to ease the pressure on the NHS. Yet while they may have ample time in which to exercise, age-related physical changes can hinder their efforts. The Icons range from Islabikes works around these limitations to help older people stay healthy.