The best large US cities for biking in 2026: PeopleForBikes

The scores measure how well bike riders can connect to jobs, schools, healthcare, shopping, recreation and other destinations.

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 13, 2026

DOJ sues Lyft for alleged discrimination against passengers with wheelchairs, guide dogs

“Lyft denies service to hundreds, and likely thousands,” of people with disabilities, the government’s lawsuit alleges.

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 12, 2026

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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.

By Smart Cities Dive staff

New public transit, safer streets advocacy group aims to bring ‘national political firepower’

The Center for American Mobility and a sister research and education fund aim to support transportation issues and empower local advocates, its CEO said.

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 11, 2026

Commercial air taxi flights planned for these 5 US regions

Archer Aviation, Beta Technologies and Joby Aviation are preparing for passenger operations with test flights in New York City, Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, Florida and Texas.

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 10, 2026

Northern Illinois Transit Authority proposes first budget, capital spending plan

With new state funding, the Chicago-area agency will focus on “frequent and reliable service, strong infrastructure and a system where people feel safe,” its acting president said.

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 9, 2026

Uber to have 700 robotaxis by year’s end

The ride-hailing company plans to begin robotaxi service in San Francisco and Houston early next year. “We have relationships with the cities. We have operations in those markets,” its CEO said.

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 6, 2026

The best US cities for bike, pedestrian travel: Streetlight Data

The report analyzed bicycle and pedestrian miles traveled in 100 U.S. cities. It found that walking accounted for seven times more miles annually than biking.

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 4, 2026

California High-Speed Rail Authority CEO steps down

CEO Ian Choudri's departure becomes another challenge for the California High-Speed Rail Authority amid uncertain funding and a new governor set to take office next year.

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 2, 2026

$130M FRA grant will upgrade Springfield, Massachusetts, train station

The funds will help advance plans for future east-west passenger train service between Boston and Albany, New York.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 29, 2026

World Cup’s lessons will help cities, transit agencies with the 2028 Olympics

Transportation investments for mega-events can create “sustainable change in cities,” a consultant said.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 28, 2026

FAA issues first eVTOL passenger-carrying flight authorization

Piloted Beta Technologies air taxi flights may carry potential buyers to plan how the air taxi might fit into their business, the company's CEO said.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 27, 2026

Voters approve $27.4B in local ballot measures to fund public transit

“Voters across the country are choosing public transit,” the American Public Transportation Association CEO said, citing an 85% win rate including earlier measures.

By Dan Zukowski • Updated Nov. 5, 2026

LA Metro breaks ground on 12-mile bus rapid transit corridor

The project will upgrade 26 bus stations along the route and connect with multiple rail lines and other bus routes.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 23, 2026

Local impacts of high transportation costs

Inflation hits commuters, drivers and fliers, according to Bureau of Transportation Statistics data. The impacts can change residents' travel, dining and shopping plans.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 22, 2026

Good luck finding parking in these big US cities: Inrix report

Drivers in downtown areas must choose between searching for on-street parking or paying high fees at public parking lots and garages, the transportation analytics company found.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 21, 2026

AI, battery-powered trains, transit funding among the highlights of APTA Transform 2026

Mayors, transit leaders and other industry participants showcased new strategies and products at the Chicago conference as the U.S. faces a challenging public transit environment.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 19, 2026

North Carolina passenger rail line to get $550M from US DOT

The project will relieve train congestion and allow North Carolina and Virginia to schedule more frequent passenger trains, according to the North Carolina transportation department.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 16, 2026

DOT proposal tying grants to birth, marriage rates could disrupt projects, senator says

The change could affect transit project funding and trigger new reviews and requirements. Sen. Patty Murray called it "bizarre and dystopian."

By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 15, 2026

AI, rider communications and accessibility innovations showcased at Chicago APTA Expo

One rail car company plans to launch an innovation hub in the U.S., it announced at the event.

By Dan Zukowski • Updated Oct. 19, 2026

Battery-powered trains coming to Chicago: a first look

Commuter rail systems like Chicago's Metra are exploring battery-electric trains to increase service while reducing diesel exhaust pollution and noise.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 14, 2026

3 transit leaders explain how they fund major projects

Chicago, New York and Seattle transit leaders outlined their solutions to revenue shortfalls, legal challenges and inflationary pressures at an American Public Transportation Association conference.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 13, 2026

3 Sun Belt mayors seek more public transportation as their cities grow

Voters who once turned down funding for public transportation now see the need as their cities' populations grow and residents gravitate to downtowns, panelists at an American Public Transportation Association conference said.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 12, 2026

2 bus companies plan to enter US transit market by 2028

ABC Cos. is launching a new line of transit buses, while VinFast will bring its Vietnamese-made electric buses here via a new partnership.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 9, 2026

Plan now for 2027’s top smart city conferences and events

Technology, transportation, housing, climate, finance and more are on the agenda for local government leaders at these upcoming gatherings.

By Smart Cities Dive Staff • Oct. 6, 2026

Seaglider electric plane-boat hybrid takes flight in first public demo

More than 600 guests watched the prototype vessel rise 30 feet above Narragansett Bay off Rhode Island.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 1, 2026