Circular (ou não) em São Paulo

Abstract

This article examines the conflicts involved in circulating in the São Paulo metropolitan region, more precisely in the city of São Paulo. The contradictions between the various players (bus company operators, independent van drivers, freighters, motorcyclists, pedestrians and users) are here analyzed, as well as the measures required to assure the feasibility of moving around in the metropolis. Also included is an account of the actions and problems of the municipal government in attempting to reorganize public transportation