Stanford-developed technology could help AVs see around corners

The lasers would help AVs anticipate unexpected issues by reflecting off nearby objects and developing an image of the object around the corner.

By Chris Teale • March 7, 2018

California DMV permits driverless shuttle to test on public roads

The low-speed, multi-passenger autonomous vehicle is being tested at San Ramon's Bishop Ranch, the largest mixed-use business community in Northern California.

By Kristin Musulin • March 7, 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.

By Smart Cities Dive staff

Poll: Many voters still undecided on Nashville transit plan as referendum nears

While 42% of registered voters favor the city’s proposal, 30% said they still do not know enough to form an opinion as the May 1 referendum approaches.

By Chris Teale • March 6, 2018

Chicago launches $33M transit safety improvement initiative

Increased ride-share service fees will fund the program.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 6, 2018

DC wins 'Gold' award for bike friendliness

It is now one of only 30 "Gold" bike-friendly communities in the country, according to the League of American Bicyclists.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 6, 2018

GM brings all-electric Maven Gig fleet to Austin

The service will be available to freelance ride-share drivers and on-demand deliveries.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 5, 2018

Lyft, Allscripts partner for healthcare platform

The announcement from Lyft comes on the heels of a healthcare platform launch announcement from its main competitor, Uber.

By Kristin Musulin • March 5, 2018

4 questions on Uber's new healthcare platform

There are potentially billions in savings, but little real evidence exists so far.

By Jeff Byers , Shannon Muchmore • March 2, 2018

Report: Pedestrian deaths at 25-year high for second consecutive year

The Governors Highway Safety Administration projects almost 6,000 pedestrian fatalities for 2017, approximately 16% of all motor vehicle deaths.

By Chris Teale • March 2, 2018

California DMV approves completely driverless vehicle testing on public roads

Human testers will not have to be inside during the trials, which will be permitted starting in April.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 2, 2018

Stakeholders convene for USDOT public hearing on AV policy

The summit centered around the draft AV 3.0 Framework, which is expected to be released as early as summer 2018.

By Kristin Musulin • March 2, 2018

Uber launches healthcare platform

The dashboard, Uber Health, allows a healthcare worker to book a ride on demand or schedule a future ride for a patient. 

By Jeff Byers • March 2, 2018

EV adoption is increasing. Can city infrastructure keep up?

To really enable the proliferation of electric vehicles, installing enough charging stations around cities will be crucial. 

By Haden Kirkpatrick • March 1, 2018

Los Angeles imposes new speed limits under Vision Zero initiative

Enforceable speed limits are now in place on 98.4% of the city's High Injury Network.

By Kristin Musulin • March 1, 2018

Senator urges more discussion around impact of AVs on workforce

U.S. Sen. Gary Peters, D-MI, said more thought needs to be given on how the growth in autonomous vehicle usage will affect the labor force.

By Chris Teale • March 1, 2018

Waybots debuts dockless scooter service in DC

Waybots executive Sanjay Dastoor told Smart Cities Dive that DC is the first launch location for the service, and there are less than 10 scooters currently in testing.

By Kristin Musulin • March 1, 2018

Spokane, WA moves to waive fees for solar panels, EV charging stations

City Council President Ben Stuckart said the cuts to building and construction permit fees are "one step in the right direction.”

By Chris Teale • Feb. 28, 2018

Ford to test driverless vehicle delivery service in Miami

The car company has partnered with Domino’s and Postmates for pilot delivery programs.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 28, 2018

St. Louis to launch microtransit pilot this week

Rides in the electric vehicles will be free during the four-month test period, funded by Downtown STL, the city's downtown business association.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 27, 2018

'Screen doors' to be tested at transit stop platform in Oakland, CA

The doors, already used in other countries and some U.S. airports, keep passengers and errant items away from empty train tracks.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 27, 2018

Automated parking garage opens in Oakland, CA

The Hive Parking Structure, which uses automated transporters and conveyor belts to park cars, is the first of its kind in Northern California.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 27, 2018

San Francisco to study potential $15B transportation tube under bay

San Francisco is losing transit riders, but officials say a new tube would accommodate twice the maximum ridership — although there is no funding for the project. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 27, 2018

UPS buys 50 EVs in push for sustainable transport

The logistics provider says the electric vehicle costs are comparable to acquiring new fuel trucks. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 26, 2018

Nissan to soon launch AV taxi service in Japan

The two-week trial will take place in March in a district of Yokahama, ahead of a full launch in the early 2020s.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 26, 2018

NACTO, Open Transport Partnership launch standardized transportation data platform

The platform, dubbed SharedStreets, will make data from public and private sources compatible.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 26, 2018