Cities look to replace street parking with ride-share zones

Some cities are hoping to optimize curb space and increase public safety by designating pick-up and drop-off areas for ride-share and taxi services.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 20, 2017

When building a smart city, start with intersections

A connected traffic intersection not only creates a powerful foundation to build upon, but also provides immediate and positive citizen impact. 

By Kurtis McBride • Nov. 20, 2017

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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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Foxconn requests AV lane as part of $10B Wisconsin factory deal

State transportation officials say they have submitted an application to the federal government to assess the resources needed to procure an AV lane.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 20, 2017

Hyperloop firm, Colorado partner to create high-speed tube system in Denver

Unlike other commuter hyperloop proposals, Arrivo's system would transport travelers — and their cars — up to 200 mph.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2017

Progress continues on 475-acre AV testing site in Florida

SunTrax, a $42 million site for researching and testing emerging transportation technologies, is expected to be fully constructed by spring 2019. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 17, 2017

Solving transportation issues with IIoT technologies

Cities are leveraging smart connected assets and sophisticated data platforms to help alleviate transportation bottlenecks.

By Neil Strother • Nov. 16, 2017

Houston unveils 20-year plan to rebuild its downtown

"Plan Downtown" highlights multiple strategies for redevelopment, including creating a new transit circuit, enhancing walkability and establishing an "Innovation District."

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 15, 2017

2 cities partner with ride-share service Via for public transit alternatives

Customers in West Sacramento, CA and Arlington, TX will soon have another on-demand public transit option.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 14, 2017

Diverse stakeholders sign Transportation Electrification Accord

The accord offers principles and guidelines for moving forward with electric vehicles and necessary infrastructure.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 14, 2017

Report: Chicago risks falling behind other cities in transit growth

Bus ridership in Chicago fell by more than 15 million rides from 2015 to 2016, indicating that more people are driving on already congested roads.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 10, 2017

Uber partners with NASA to bring flying taxis to cities

Uber selected Los Angeles this week as the second city to launch its uberAIR service, following an April announcement to test the innovative service in Dallas.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 10, 2017

Nice Ride Minnesota announces finalists for new bike-share system

Nice Ride wants to phase out its traditional system and transition to dockless bike-sharing.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 9, 2017

Lessons from the Las Vegas driverless shuttle 'crash'

Las Vegas launched the country's first public autonomous shuttle. Within hours, it was involved in a fender bender with a delivery truck.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 9, 2017

Las Vegas unveils the first driverless shuttle on public roads

The autonomous shuttle, which can carry up to eight passengers, will run on a half-mile loop in downtown. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 8, 2017

Show me the money: How to fund connected transportation projects

As more cities look to roll out smart transportation pilots, state and local governments always face one big question: How do we pay for this?

By Kyle Connor • Nov. 8, 2017

DOT to partner with at least 5 cities to accelerate drone adoption

The federal government is accepting applications from cities willing to serve as test cases for widespread drone use.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 7, 2017

Atlanta pilots ‘Rides to Wellness’ program to increase healthcare access

The program aims to increase collaboration between health and transportation providers and train participants to confidently use public transportation.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 6, 2017

Boston-area transit spends $101M in weather resilience investments

The money has been spent on winter preparations for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority over a nearly three-year period.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 6, 2017

Without regulation by Congress, would you get in a self-driving car?

For the first time, driving is no longer about avoiding people and objects. In fact, it's the opposite. 

By Samantha Schwartz • Nov. 3, 2017

How Louisville, KY is driving the trend of data-centric traffic optimization

Michael Schnuerle, the city's data officer, advises other cities to not overlook available data sources that may be sitting, untouched, right in front of them.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 2, 2017

Shelter vs. Wi-Fi: Which bus stop amenity will Miami-Dade prioritize?

An existing bus shelter contract could be in jeopardy if Wi-Fi-enabled kiosks are added.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 2, 2017

Colorado makes moves to snag hyperloop system

State officials are working with AECOM and Virgin Hyperloop One to assess the viability of the proposed $24 billion Rocky Mountain route. 

By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 2, 2017

Bill introduced to extend transportation technology grants

The legislation provides small- to medium-sized cities with grants of up to $100 million annually for five years to fund transportation innovations.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 1, 2017

3 charts that illustrate the health impact of global climate change

A new report outlines how a response to climate change indicators, such as air pollution and climate-sensitive infectious diseases, can impact public health.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 1, 2017

The 20 best cities for trick-or-treating

Zillow has released its annual list of the best cities for little ones to safely and easily gather loads of Halloween candy.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 31, 2017