Los Angeles International Airport set for new electric people-mover system

The LAX system, which features electric driverless cars, is similar to a number of planned or developing projects at U.S. airports.

By Kim Slowey • April 16, 2018

San Francisco continues scooter confiscation as regulation brews

City leaders took action on dockless scooters this week through cease-and-desist letters and approval of an ordinance that would require operating permits.

By Kristin Musulin • Updated April 19, 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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San Francisco Bay Area considering transit subsidies for low-income riders

Fares would be cut across the region's four largest agencies, but critics have said the program doesn't go far enough or have enough money to be impactful.

By Chris Teale • April 16, 2018

Los Angeles endorses plan to make city a ‘national transportation leader’

The Natural Resources Defense Council recommended the city pilot congestion pricing and an incentive system for using electric vehicles in ride-sharing.

By Chris Teale • April 13, 2018

GM to expand electric vehicle fast charger network with EVgo

The agreement expands the current pilot program, aimed at Bolt drivers, in several major U.S. cities.

By Robert Walton • April 13, 2018

Adapting to urban mobility: New trends in transportation

In the process of managing urban mobility, governments must create a competitive edge in transportation that they can implement for their citizens and tourists.

By Isabella Groegor-Cechowicz • April 13, 2018

Update: Uber CEO calls on DC to make ride-share tax 'fair and equitable'

Under Mayor Muriel Bowser's 2019 proposed budget, taxes on for-hire vehicle services would increase from 1% to 4.75%.

By Kristin Musulin • April 13, 2018

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

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