FTA seeks to eliminate environmental criteria from capital investment grant guidelines

The Federal Transit Administration requests public comment on updated guidelines that would remove the “social cost of carbon” calculation and make broader changes to the multibillion-dollar program.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 22, 2025

California’s clean mobility push is leaving low-income residents behind

E-bikes and e-scooters are among the cleanest and least expensive transportation modes. California can make equitable green mobility a reality.

By Marta Anadón Rosinach • Aug. 21, 2025

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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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Are intercity buses having a Cinderella moment?

Ridership is on an upswing, and several cities are opening new or refurbished intermodal terminals. Here’s what you’ll find in eight major cities.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 20, 2025

DOT revives $5B EV charging program, hands states more control

New federal guidance cuts planning requirements and unfreezes funds, but critics note the changes eliminate consumer and environmental protections.

By Robert Walton • Aug. 19, 2025

NYC unveils master plan to expand pedestrian, bicycle paths

The plan envisions over 100 projects the city says can connect underserved communities, spur economic development and provide environmental benefits.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 18, 2025

Winning fleet management starts with breakthrough flexibility

Learn how fleet managers can find a flexible, proactive approach to a modern, reliable and cost-effective fleet.

Aug. 18, 2025

Michigan acts to grow advanced air mobility industry in the state

Michigan’s chief mobility officer says the state is “taking the same approach we took with the auto revolution” as it works with startups and established companies on projects such as drone delivery. 

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 14, 2025

Air taxis and urban air mobility: The latest developments

An Archer Aviation test pilot flew for 31 minutes at air speeds over 126 mph, marking another step toward federal certification.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

5 cities with congestion pricing

In 2025, New York City joined other major global cities that have implemented tolling programs to reduce traffic in select areas. Other U.S. cities are considering similar plans.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 8, 2025

Uber and Lyft CEOs want to add more robotaxis

The ride-hailing companies are partnering with several robotaxi and technology companies to bring more AVs to more cities.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 7, 2025

Waymo readies its robotaxis for winter weather

The company has tested its autonomous ride-hailing vehicles in Boston, New York City and Philadelphia. Can they handle snow, ice and winter storms?

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 6, 2025

Tariffs make transit buses more expensive

North American bus manufacturer New Flyer reported strong demand for transit buses and a shift away from zero-emission vehicles in its second-quarter earnings call.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 4, 2025

Legislation to address Illinois RTA’s fiscal cliff faces uncertain future

The bills could add more than $1 billion in new operating revenue but raised concerns over new mandates and agency responsibilities.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 1, 2025

Can cities and states keep their roads in good shape?

With an influx of pandemic-era funds already spent, many states anticipate funding gaps over the next decade that could threaten road safety and infrastructure reliability.

By Dan Zukowski • July 31, 2025

North Carolina installs 2,500 AI-based traffic signals

The largest live statewide deployment of AI-based traffic signal software in the U.S. will help traffic engineers improve signal operations, according to Flow Labs.

By Dan Zukowski • July 29, 2025

Chicago ups bike and scooter docks, cuts cost for new shared-ride members

The city’s bike and scooter-share system, Divvy, saw record ridership in 2024. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said the city is committed to expanding access to its system.

By Dan Zukowski • July 28, 2025

Smartphone, connected vehicle data could help states comply with DOT’s ‘Safe Roads’ demand

Governors must respond by August 30 to the Transportation Department’s letter asking for information on accident-prone arterial roads.

By Dan Zukowski • July 25, 2025

NY transit authority orders nation’s first battery-electric passenger locomotive

Siemens Mobility will supply locomotives that can run on batteries or overhead wire, up to 125 mph and with a range of up to 100 miles on battery power alone.

By Dan Zukowski • Updated Aug. 1, 2025

Pedestrian-friendly traffic signals cut injuries 33% in NYC: study

Allowing pedestrians a several-second head start when crossing an intersection “can mean the difference between life and death,” a researcher said.

By Dan Zukowski • July 23, 2025

Traffic-related fatalities continue to rise in multiple cities

Are outdated government operations to blame for Vision Zero failures?

By Wes Guckert, PTP • July 22, 2025

California’s clean mobility push is leaving low-income residents behind

Rebates for electric bikes in California have been successful but can leave out people who most need an alternative to private vehicles and public transit.

By Marta Anadón Rosinach • July 22, 2025

White House announces infrastructure priorities, permit updates

DOT head Sean Duffy announced $488 million in grants, proposed streamlining the grant process, encouraged state-led environmental reviews and conditionally endorsed high-speed rail.

By Julie Strupp • July 22, 2025

Boeing’s Wisk Aero plans autonomous air taxi service in US cities by 2030

Houston, Los Angeles and Miami are the first U.S. cities likely to see Wisk Aero's unpiloted commercial flights.

By Dan Zukowski • Updated July 22, 2025

Why bus service cuts should be the last resort for transit agencies

A closer look at ridership trends, demographic shifts and the broader impacts of service reductions reveals why maintaining and even improving bus service levels should be a top priority in 2025.

By Laramie Bowron • July 18, 2025

More than 30K warnings issued in first weeks of San Francisco speed cameras

Mayor Daniel Lurie sees automated traffic enforcement tools as a critical addition in the face of an understaffed police department.

By Dan Zukowski • July 18, 2025