Stanford researchers design AI camera to make AVs more efficient

The system could eventually be shrunk to fit in a handheld device or drone, enhancing the AI capabilities of more devices by reducing computing needs.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 21, 2018

It's not just convenience: The car of the future will save lives and our planet

Connected and autonomous vehicles will prevent deaths on the roads while also helping reduce carbon emissions, but they must be tested fully to remove any doubts.

By Siegfried Gross • Aug. 20, 2018

Study: Public more aware, but more apprehensive, of AVs

Most respondents said they know more about fully automated vehicles, but the number of people that would ride in one has decreased in the last two years. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 20, 2018

Ford sends AV safety report to federal government

The company says "trust" is the "central challenge" in developing the technology, which has been received with some reluctance in recent public surveys.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 20, 2018

Boston expands bike-share network to unserved neighborhoods

Expansions will bring the full network to more than 300 stations and 3,000 bikes, up from the current 1,800 bikes.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 17, 2018

Dockless bike, scooter regulations move forward in Los Angeles

The city council's Public Works and Gang Reduction Committee approved the regulations, bringing them closer to a full council vote.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 17, 2018

Elon Musk pitches hyperloop tunnel to L.A. Dodgers stadium

The proposed 3.6-mile route would connect the ballpark to downtown through an underground tunnel in four minutes and cost $1 to ride.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 17, 2018

Safety report urges caution in transition to AVs

Jonathan Adkins of the Governor's Highway Safety Association (GHSA) warned that "[i]mperfect human drivers aren't disappearing anytime soon."

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 16, 2018

Transit group: Trump administration behind on $1.4B funding

Transportation for America said the Federal Transit Administration has awarded only $25 million of the nearly $1.4 billion allocated in its appropriations bill. 

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 16, 2018

Tech that turns light poles into EV chargers wins NYC climate award

Berlin-based Ubitricity won the first NYCx Climate Action Challenge, and will launch a pilot in the city with the potential for a multi-year demonstration project.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 15, 2018

Bird, Lime demonstrate 'A Day Without Scooters' in Santa Monica, CA

The companies protested an apparent "lock-out" of the city's bike and scooter pilot, following a city council committee recommendation for only Lyft and Jump to participate in the program.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 15, 2018

Rail leaders 'optimistic' about hitting train safety deadlines after federal warnings

Aspects of Positive Train Control must be implemented by the end of the year, something the American Public Transportation Association said is within reach.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 15, 2018

Los Angeles subway to install body scanners

The portable scanners — purchased from the U.K. company Thruvision — can screen passengers for metallic and non-metallic objects and can detect items from 30 feet away. 

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 15, 2018

Uber taps UT Austin for flying taxi tech

The university researchers will work with U.S. Army Research Labs to "explore the efficiency and noise signature of stacked co-rotating rotors" for VTOL aircrafts.

By Kristin Musulin • Aug. 14, 2018

Chicago aldermen seek ride-share regulations

Following New York City's lead, the two lawmakers want a driver minimum wage and are investigating a license cap to combat congestion and driver poverty.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 14, 2018

VW-backed Electrify America launches ad campaign to promote EVs

The ad is brand-neutral, and the "Plug into the Present" website associated with the campaign allows consumers to compare models across different EV brands.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 14, 2018

Lime expands equity program to entire vehicle fleet nationwide

Those eligible for Lime Access can unlock the company's dockless scooters and e-bikes at a 50% discount, while its traditional pedal bikes offer a 95% discount.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 10, 2018

IIHS warns of flawed electronic driver assist features

The Virginia-based research group tested adaptive cruise control and active lane control systems in the Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model S, a BMW 5-Series, the Volvo S-90 and the Mercedes E-Class.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 10, 2018

Houston approves docked bike-share expansion

One council member opposed the expansion, saying that BCycle "will not get another vote" from him until the network is expanded to underserved communities.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 10, 2018

NYC becomes first US city to regulate ride-hailing

Drivers must now receive a minimum wage of $17.22 an hour, while new licenses will be frozen for a year as the Taxi and Limousine Commission studies the industry.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 9, 2018

California moves to preserve vehicle standards in face of EPA rollback

State air regulators on Tuesday released a plan that would keep tougher emissions rules in place for California if the Trump administration moves to weaken federal standards. 

By Gavin Bade • Aug. 9, 2018

Study: Cab drivers, not truckers, at risk with AV proliferation

The research found that truckers are unlikely to be significantly affected because of the existing driver shortage and the belief that autonomous tech will support, instead of replace, them.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 9, 2018

Advocates urge less 'victim-blaming,' better street designs to reduce pedestrian deaths

Representatives said the upwards trend in fatalities is troubling, and that cities should be more welcoming to all modes of transport to help get the issue under control.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 8, 2018

StreetLight Data gets $10M in funding for expansion, innovation

The company plans to use the boost in capital to fund its transportation data analytics capabilities and move into new regions.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 8, 2018

Denver releases set of community growth plans

The visions in Denveright are based on two years of community outreach, and cover land use, transportation, and parks and recreation.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 7, 2018