Google Pay now available for touchless transit payments

The Las Vegas Monorail is the first transit system where riders can use Google Pay.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 21, 2018

Coalition calls for increased federal regulation of AVs

The group of safety advocates accuses the U.S. Department of Transportation of inaction during a "crucial" time in automotive history.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 20, 2018

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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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Transit leaders criticize Trump’s proposed grant cuts in FY19 budget

The President's plan would remove up to $51.7 billion in funding from the popular CIG and TIGER programs for public transportation.

By Chris Teale • March 20, 2018

British Columbia contributes $300K to continue Vancouver-Seattle high-speed train study

If approved, the high-speed rail network would connect Vancouver, Seattle and Portland, OR.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 19, 2018

Google Maps now shows wheelchair-friendly transit options

Users can search for transit stations and routes that are accessible for those with disabilities.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 19, 2018

2026 World Cup bid promises 'fully-ready' infrastructure, new innovations at host cities

The joint United States, Canada and Mexico proposal emphasizes public transportation as well as the use of new technology including drones and autonomous vehicles.

By Chris Teale • March 19, 2018

Funding plan for Detroit transit development won't advance to November ballot

Leaders in Macomb and Oakland Counties were not on board with a proposed tax millage, therefore stalling the regional transit plan until at least 2019.

By Katie Pyzyk , Chris Teale • Updated July 23, 2018

Lyft partners with tech company Magna to develop AV systems

The pair will collaborate on manufacturing the technology at the ride-hailing app's Palo Alto, CA, testing facility.

By Chris Teale • March 16, 2018

Audi expands traffic light countdown technology to DC

Drivers of select Audi models will be told when a stop light will turn green, and that information will be shared with the city.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 15, 2018

Austin, TX pilot to provide real-time bus info to blind riders sees 80% success rate

Bluetooth-enabled beacons at 15 downtown stops provided schedule updates and alerts automatically through the BlindSquare app.

By Chris Teale • Updated July 24, 2018

The partnerships enabling disabled city residents to better explore their surroundings

Experts say that despite cities' pushes for inclusivity, people with disabilities remain an overlooked group, especially during city planning processes.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 15, 2018

Smart Columbus Experience Center now open in Columbus, OH

The center will enable visitors to learn about the city's smart innovations and test drive electric vehicles.

By Katie Pyzyk , Chris Teale • Updated July 6, 2018

Apple Maps adds bike-share station locations

The feature works on maps for 179 cities in 36 countries, and the partnering companies plan to add more. 

By Katie Pyzyk • March 14, 2018

LimeBike rolls out its first electric scooters on East Coast

A potential concern with the launch is how the service will interact with an already-saturated shared mobility market in Washington, and how it will impact the success of competitors.

By Kristin Musulin • March 13, 2018

Chicago Transit Authority adds new digital communications platform

The technology is designed to improve real-time communications with passengers.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 13, 2018

Oakland, San Francisco want per-ride tax on ride-sharing

No California municipalities have such a levy, and it's unclear if they can do so legally.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 13, 2018

VA General Assembly approves plan for dedicated Metro funding stream

Maryland and DC still need to pass similar legislation, which could mean up to $5 billion in new income for the transit system.

By Chris Teale • March 12, 2018

Arizona governor gives OK for fully driverless vehicles

The AVs may now operate on public streets without a human present.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 12, 2018

Waymo to test driverless fleet trucks in Atlanta

Trained drivers will be in the cabs during the tests to monitor operations and take control if necessary. The self-driving vehicles will carry cargo to Google's data centers.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 11, 2018

Atlanta lands $12.6M federal grant for BRT

The 9.4-mile bus rapid transit system will connect to heavy rail and the Atlanta Streetcar.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 9, 2018

Lyft to begin testing AVs in California

A partnership with testing facility GoMentum Station will enable Lyft to test self-driving vehicles "in a secure facility," located in Concord, CA.

By Kristin Musulin • March 9, 2018

St. Louis to add 2 electric buses to fleet in 2020

Electric company Ameren Missouri will also pay around $1 million to add a dual-fed power supply to the city's Brentwood MetroBus facility.

By Chris Teale • March 9, 2018

The clutter conundrum: How dockless bike companies are combating customers' littering

Execs from ofo, LimeBike, Spin and Jump weigh in on how their companies are combating dockless woes through enforcement and education.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 8, 2018

Paris to offer subsidies to those who buy bikes, give up cars

The city will offer cash incentives as part of a scheme to rid its streets of diesel-powered and gas-powered vehicles by 2024 and 2030, respectively.

By Chris Teale • March 8, 2018

Smart intersections may be prone to 'congestion attacks'

A team of researchers from the University of Michigan found traffic lights can be tricked into thinking an intersection is full by just one connected vehicle.

By Chris Teale • March 8, 2018