Transportation: Page 126
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U of Michigan to implement self-driving shuttle system
The university's North Campus is home to the institution's 32-acre Mcity testing site for connected and automated vehicles, which will benefit from data gathered by student and faculty use.
By Roger Riddell • July 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
This AI traffic system in Pittsburgh has reduced travel time by 25%
Surtrac, an AI program that can be installed at intersections, has already reduced traffic problems in Pittsburgh — and its operators have plans to expand to other cities.
By Jackie Snow • July 20, 2017 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Smart Cities Dive
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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Florida Turnpike breaks ground on test track for smart highway tech
The 400-acre SunTrax site will explore new high-speed tolling and systems for vehicle-to-infrastructure and vehicle-to-vehicle communications.
By Mary Tyler March • July 19, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How Nevada is driving smart traffic innovation in Sin City (and beyond)
Las Vegas is no stranger to smart traffic projects involving connected cars, sensors or AI.
By Jackie Snow • July 13, 2017 -
Study: AVs may one day have human-like ethics built in
A study found that researchers could create a model that corresponded to human-made ethical decisions with 90% accuracy in driving scenarios.
By Jackie Snow • July 13, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The progression toward smart cities 3.0 is ‘an evolution, not a revolution’
Smart cities 1.0 was born when municipalities started tackling tech problems, which led to the 2.0-era of holistic solutions. What comes next?
By Jackie Snow • July 13, 2017 -
Los Angeles Expo Line achieves 2030 ridership goals early
The light-rail extension, which runs from downtown Los Angeles to Santa Monica, averaged 64,000 riders daily since it opened in May 2016.
By Kim Slowey • July 13, 2017 -
Bloomberg: 33% of global car fleet will be electric by 2040
Growing automaker commitment to electric vehicles and falling battery prices are predicted to be the two biggest drivers of EV adoption.
By Cody Boteler • July 11, 2017 -
AT&T case study: Reusable, connected pallets could have major carbon impact
The report is from a planned series of case studies touting AT&T's ongoing efforts to become a more sustainable company.
By Jackie Snow • July 11, 2017 -
Study: Clean city design, park proximity boosts trust in local government
Vacant lots with moderate upkeep, litter reduction and proximity to parks all show an increase in civic pride and trust.
By Cody Boteler • July 6, 2017 -
Las Vegas, Cisco partner to improve traffic across the city
The partnership will allow the city to test smart approaches to managing traffic that, if prove successful, could be expanded to the rest of the city.
By Cody Boteler • July 6, 2017 -
US Ignite adds 5 cities to network of Smart Gigabit Communities
By entering the network, each city will develop two gigabit applications per year to advance technology solutions and provide support for other SGCs.
By Kristin Musulin • July 6, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: ASU’s Design School director on putting the ‘art’ in smart city
Jason Schupbach of Arizona State University's Design School weighed in on how artists can play a role in creative placemaking to help cities better integrate new technologies.
By Jackie Snow • July 6, 2017 -
Governor declares state of emergency for New York City subway
Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently signed an executive order pledging $1 billion for improvements.
By Jackie Snow • July 5, 2017 -
Opinion
Keys to developing an effective utility EV charging program
ChargePoint's Dave Packard argues simplicity and customer choice are critical elements for utilities building out electric vehicle charging networks.
By Dave Packard • July 5, 2017 -
Major metros with sizable suburbs see growth
Highly suburbanized metros like Charlotte, NC, and Orlando, FL, are seeing their populations climb, driven in part by buyers seeking lower prices and more space.
By Joe Dyton • July 5, 2017 -
Trump reworks FASTLANE transportation grant program
The renamed Infrastructure for Rebuilding America program will prioritize rural infrastructure and projects that receive private or non-federal investment.
By Kim Slowey • June 30, 2017 -
London plans for zero traffic emissions by 2050
The Mayor's Transport Strategy calls for taxis to be zero emission "capable" by 2033, with city buses to follow by 2037.
By Jackie Snow • June 29, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What's driving the future of parking garage design?
As commuters are turning to alternative modes of transportation, the future of the traditional urban parking garage is unclear.
By Kim Slowey • June 29, 2017 -
Construction contract awarded for Michigan autonomous vehicle test site
The American Center for Mobility project, near Detroit, had its property taxes waived for 15 years and has raised roughly half of the $110 million needed for completion.
By Hallie Busta • June 28, 2017 -
California lawmakers mull expanding electric vehicle incentives
A proposed measure could designate up to $3 billion towards getting more zero emissions vehicles on the road.
By Robert Walton • June 28, 2017 -
Virginia officials approve $18.6B transportation spending program
The six-year program will begin on July 1 and fund roughly 3,600 projects, with more than 80% of the funds going toward highway construction.
By Kim Slowey • June 26, 2017 -
DSNY report highlights waste management, EV plans across Big Apple
The new report offers details on MTS construction, Fresh Kills closure, electric vehicle charging and other upcoming initiatives.
By Cole Rosengren • June 20, 2017 -
Google plans transit-oriented San Jose, CA campus
The tech company is eyeing real estate near the city's Diridon Station to help reduce workers' reliance on car commutes in the densely populated Silicon Valley.
By Joe Dyton • June 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Sounds of NYC project aims to dull noises in the city that never sleeps
Scientists from NYU and OSU have deployed sensors around New York to measure various elements of the city's soundscape.
By Jackie Snow • June 14, 2017
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