Uber announcements emphasize public partnerships, desire to reduce vehicle ownership

Uber users will soon be able to rent cars and electric bikes through the app, which will also partner on public transportation information and traffic and curbside data.

By Chris Teale • April 12, 2018

Streetcar desires: Does the trendy transit meet cities' needs?

Some cities are zooming full steam ahead into new streetcar projects while others pump the brakes.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 12, 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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Nashville councilman unveils alternative transit plan as early voting begins

Councilman Robert Swope's proposal focuses on interconnected AVs and double-decker highways, as opposed to light rail and bus rapid transit.

By Chris Teale • April 11, 2018

Dallas leaders mull dockless bike-share regulations

Dockless providers and city council members alike oppose a controversial permit fee structure.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 11, 2018

DC Metro to become 'mobile ready' with fare modernization plan

The much-maligned transit agency will offer a new mobile app and modernize its fare collection infrastructure, including gates at all 91 rail stations.

By Chris Teale • April 11, 2018

Charlotte transit partners with Lyft, offers discount

Certain riders who use Lyft for first mile/last mile connections to public transportation stations will receive a discount.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 11, 2018

Uber acquires dockless electric bike-share company Jump

Both companies wish to expand consumers' multi-modal transportation options in a deal reportedly worth as much as $200 million.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 10, 2018

Seattle mayor releases climate action plan

Durkan's proposed ideas for the Emerald City include congestion pricing and more electric vehicle infrastructure as it looks to become carbon neutral by 2050.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 6, 2018

Update: While Austin considers dockless bike pilot, dockless scooters arrive

The city's new dockless scooter service, operated by Bird, may influence the development of a dockless bike-share pilot later this spring.

By Kristin Musulin , Katie Pyzyk • April 6, 2018

Ride-hailing app ViaVan to launch shared service in London

Users can grab a shared van with other riders going in the same direction at prices much lower than competitors like Uber, which is appealing its ban in the city.

By Chris Teale • April 6, 2018

Link kiosks expand offerings in Newark, NJ and NYC

LinkNWK will be installed in 29 downtown locations by the end of the year, while LinkNYC will soon show bus times in Brooklyn.

By Chris Teale • April 6, 2018

US DOT awards $264M in grants to improve cities' bus systems

The grant funding will be used for rehabilitating and purchasing buses and related structures like storage and maintenance facilities.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 6, 2018

Smart Cities Collaborative brings 22 cities together to discuss AVs, regulations

The cities will join for the group's second year, which will hold interactive workshops, discussions with industry experts and technical assistance.

By Chris Teale • April 5, 2018

Update: San Francisco opposes controversial state housing bill

The 8-3 vote comes just one week after Los Angeles voted unanimously to oppose the bill.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 5, 2018

Seattle considers ride-share rate increases to boost drivers' wages

The city council resolution would raise the current minimum trip price in the Emerald City of $1.35 per ride to $2.40 per ride.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 4, 2018

Washington reveals 'smart' features of $2B Seattle tunnel

The features, including a 300-plus camera incident-detection system, aim to keep motorists safe and traffic flowing.

By Kim Slowey • April 2, 2018

Northeast states, automakers launch ‘Drive Change. Drive Electric.’ campaign

The campaign aims to increase consumer awareness around EVs through a new website, advertising, social media and strategic partnerships.

By Kristin Musulin • March 29, 2018

Car2Go car-sharing service to launch in Chicago in July

The pilot program will support a network of 400 "affordable, eco-friendly vehicles" and is expected to run through June 30, 2019.

By Chris Teale • Updated June 21, 2018

NYC safety pilot to give cyclists a head start at intersections

Cyclists would follow the "leading pedestrian interval" signals at intersections, which could reduce potential traffic collisions.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 28, 2018

Dockless bike, scooter companies invited to sign responsibility pledge

The "Save Our Sidewalks" pledge addresses issues that drum up criticism for bike- and scooter-share programs, especially customer "littering."

By Katie Pyzyk • March 28, 2018

AVs are put to the test in airports and ports

While autonomous vehicles may not be ready for widespread adoption on public roads, they're proving beneficial in closed-transport environments.

By Barry Hochfelder • March 28, 2018

$1M Knight Foundation grant to tackle sustainability, resiliency in Miami and Miami Beach

The three-year Harvard University Graduate School of Design study will examine Los Angeles, Boston and Detroit in future sessions.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 27, 2018

Elon Musk's Boring Company makes final cut for Chicago's O'Hare Express

The Chicago Express transit project could be the proving ground for Musk's The Boring Company.

By Kim Slowey • March 27, 2018

Uber shuts down self-driving operations in Arizona following fatal crash

The news comes two months after Gov. Doug Ducey sent a letter to Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi saying the fatal accident involving an AV was an "unquestionable failure."

By Kristin Musulin • Updated May 24, 2018

Gridlock woes: Traffic congestion by the numbers

102 hours — that's how much time residents in this city spend in their cars during peak hours. If you think it is New York, you are wrong.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 27, 2018