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Waymo to begin robotaxi service in Miami next year
The company also plans to add autonomous ride-hailing operations in Atlanta and Austin, Texas, building upon current services in San Francisco and Los Angeles.
By Dan Zukowski • Dec. 6, 2024 -
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Aggressive driving, speeding, distractions kill thousands, AAA says
Drivers acknowledge that certain driving behaviors are dangerous but continue to engage in them, according to a report the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety issued today.
By Dan Zukowski • Dec. 5, 2024 -
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From worsening climate change to a shifting transportation landscape and the housing affordability crisis, cities have their work cut out for them.
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Amtrak sets ridership, ticket revenue records in FY24
Its board chair attributed the growth to strategic investments and "the need for train travel."
By Dan Zukowski • Dec. 4, 2024 -
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6 options for passenger rail across Massachusetts’ northern tier
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey and the state Legislature supported the state study. None of the report's six options include high-speed rail.
By Dan Zukowski • Dec. 3, 2024 -
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Streetcar and other rail transit vehicle fatalities the focus of FTA safety advisory
With 117 deaths attributed to such vehicles from 2015 to 2023, the Federal Transit Administration is asking state and transit officials to work to reduce collisions.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 27, 2024 -
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Pedestrian, bicyclist deaths decreased slightly in first half of 2024: NHTSA
Deaths remain above pre-pandemic levels, thus "we still have more work to do," said the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 26, 2024 -
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Air taxi developers conduct demo flights, name first cities they plan to serve
Los Angeles and New York City are likely to be among the first U.S. air taxi markets for Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation, with Archer also naming San Francisco and Miami in its initial plans.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 25, 2024 -
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Zero-emission buses will need newly trained maintenance workers: GAO report
Hiring and training workers to deal with high-voltage batteries, electronic equipment and software isn't top of mind yet for most transit agencies but will be needed as zero-emission bus fleets grow.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 22, 2024 -
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Uber, Lyft plan robotaxi fleet expansions
With Tesla planning to produce robotaxis and compete with existing ride-hail companies as soon as 2025, Uber and Lyft are adding partnerships to enter new cities with driverless vehicles.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 21, 2024 -
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How the IIJA is funding increased transportation carbon emissions
Although the 2021 infrastructure law provided record funding for rail and mass transit, money going to highway expansion projects may lead to a net increase in transportation CO2 emissions by 2040.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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Half of IIJA funds unspent with Trump set to take office
Biden administration officials are rushing to get infrastructure funds out the door ahead of the incoming administration.
By Julie Strupp • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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Dallas-Houston high-speed rail proposal could benefit ‘whole of Texas,’ Amtrak executive says
The $30 billion Texas Central project faces several obstacles, Amtrak's Andy Byford said, but it's moving forward with Amtrak as a partner.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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New York congestion pricing to start Jan. 5
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced plans to begin the controversial program with reduced fees, but President-elect Donald Trump, House Republicans and some New Jersey Democrats remain opposed to the plan.
By Dan Zukowski • Updated Nov. 19, 2024 -
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Local decarbonization, energy efficiency projects get over $17M from DOE
The “highly flexible” grant program allows communities to pursue a broad range of projects, from home energy efficiency rebate programs to workforce training initiatives, according to the Department of Energy.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Nov. 15, 2024 -
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MBTA improves Boston-area transit service but faces looming budget crunch
While General Manager Phil Eng addresses service and safety problems, he awaits the findings of a task force for a long-term budget solution.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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NY Gov. Hochul pressured to reinstate congestion pricing before Trump takes office
President-elect Donald Trump opposes New York's plan to toll drivers entering Manhattan's central business district. Advocates want the plan implemented now.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 13, 2024 -
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NLC offers air taxi, drone guidance for city leaders
The National League of Cities debuts its Aviation Advisory Forum on Air Mobility and Drone Integration this week as a resource for local governments.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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America awakens to high-speed rail
On bullet trains, the U.S. has lagged behind other nations for decades. That may finally be changing as high-speed rail projects expand, but big obstacles remain.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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How ‘floating car data’ can help cities tackle traffic
Smart city technology can save transportation agencies money and inform conversations with the public, says a white paper by consulting firm Frost & Sullivan.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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How will a second Trump administration affect transportation policy?
Federal support for public transportation, Amtrak, high-speed rail and electric vehicles may be at risk, experts said.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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Dockless bikes and scooters cluttering your city’s streets? Here are potential solutions.
Parking corrals, photo verification and micromobility locking requirements are making a dent in the complaints plaguing some localities.
By Michael Brady • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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DoorDash continues growth, partners with Lyft
The delivery company’s total number of orders in the third quarter jumped 18% compared with last year. DoorDash expects holiday demand to increase use further.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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People are skeptical of robotaxis — until they use one: JD Power
Fear about autonomous driving technology tends to subside after a person experiences it for themselves, an October J.D. Power study found.
By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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Transit agencies must improve rail worker safety under new FTA rule
The Federal Transit Administration seeks to reduce the number of workers killed and injured while working on or around tracks.
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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How EV policy could be impacted by the election results
Electric vehicle infrastructure projects, like charging stations, are likely to maintain support, even under another Trump presidency, one expert says. EV tax credits, however, could be on the chopping block.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 4, 2024
