New York MTA to invest $1.1B for zero-emission bus fleet

The agency plans to eventually have a fleet of 500 electric buses, representing the largest procurement of EVs in North America. 

By Cailin Crowe • Dec. 17, 2019

New federal AV legislation under fire for inadequate safety provisions

Multiple sources told Smart Cities Dive the bill's 10-year timeframe to produce national safety guidelines is too long, which could lead to accidents.

By Chris Teale • Dec. 12, 2019

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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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Ford, Microsoft partner to reduce congestion with 'quantum-inspired' tech

In simulated tests on Seattle streets, there was a 73% improvement in total congestion and an 8% reduction in the average commuting time. 

By Jason Plautz • Dec. 11, 2019

Wheels integrates shareable helmets into e-bike program

The helmets, with removable and biodegradable liners, will boost customer convenience and safe riding practices, according to the company. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated Dec. 12, 2019

Kansas City, MO to eliminate transit fares

The city, which stands to be the first to adopt zero-fare transit in the U.S., already has a free light rail system, with fare-free buses soon to follow.

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 10, 2019

Mobility Data Consortium unveils data-sharing guidelines, definitions

MDC released two documents: one with guidelines for data-sharing governance, and another with a glossary of data-sharing terms and metrics.

By Chris Teale • Updated May 5, 2020

Lime, other dockless scooters face winding path to profitability

Strewing scooters across a city for people to ride is a viable business model if the industry can pass a cost test. 

By Robert Freedman • Dec. 10, 2019

Waymo celebrates first year of self-driving taxi service

With more than 100,000 trips under its belt, Waymo One eyes an expanded rider base — and potential new markets. 

By Jason Plautz • Dec. 9, 2019

The Smart Cities Dive Awards for 2019

From Sidewalk Labs' disruptive, futuristic smart city to the climate strategy in Calgary, Alberta, these are the leading cities, officials and initiatives of the year.

Dec. 9, 2019

What I wish I’d said to California’s chief air regulator about clean transportation

Will flexible demand-side resources ever be able to participate in power markets in the same way as supply-side resources? That's the question before Air Resources Board Chair Mary Nichols — and all of us.

By David Farnsworth • Dec. 6, 2019

May Mobility finds 'sweet spot' for autonomous shuttle success

The TaaS provider closed a $50 million funding round led by Toyota, marking growth and expansion at a time when competitors are struggling.

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 6, 2019

NYC launches commercial cargo bike pilot to reduce congestion

City officials hope the program, which includes Amazon, DHL and UPS, will also boost air quality and pedestrian safety. Logistics companies say it will be easier to find parking.

By Matt Leonard • Dec. 5, 2019

Lime, Bird, Bolt, Razor lose appeals to operate in DC

The operators will pull their scooters from the District on April 1. Scooters from Lyft, Skip, Spin and Jump will remain in the city under 2020 program terms.

By Cailin Crowe • Updated Feb. 28, 2020

Ford to end GoRide Health transportation service

The service will end in the five cities where it operated, and a new pilot will begin in Miami and in cities where Ford plans to deploy autonomous vehicles. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 5, 2019

LA wants to reach 30% EVs on roads by 2028 Olympics

Local government and private partners released the Zero Emissions 2028 Roadmap 2.0 to accelerate the use of electric vehicles and clean transit.

By Jason Plautz • Dec. 3, 2019

Lyft recycles e-bikes pulled from NYC for Chicago network

Hundreds of e-bikes pulled form the Citi Bike system over a braking issue were stripped of their electronic parts and integrated into Chicago's Divvy fleet. 

By Jason Plautz • Dec. 2, 2019

NYC council members propose bike mayor, pedestrian mayor

The proposed leadership comes during a difficult year for cycling and pedestrian safety, as the city has already seen 28 cyclist fatalities.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 27, 2019

Denver B-cycle to fold after nearly 10 years

Denver Bike Sharing decided not to renew the contract for its bike-share program, citing an "aging system" that is "not financially viable" to replace.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 26, 2019

Uber wins appeal to resume services in London

The company was granted an 18-month license to resume its services in the city after losing its license in November 2019 due to "historical failings."

By Jason Plautz , Kristin Musulin • Updated Sept. 28, 2020

San Francisco considers congestion pricing — again

The San Francisco County Transportation Authority began a study period for a new tolling scheme, joining the likes of LA and Seattle in congestion pricing studies. 

By Chris Teale • Nov. 25, 2019

Chandler, AZ designs first AV pick-up, drop-off zone guidelines in US

The city has designated AV spots in front of City Hall, encouraging businesses and developers to use more autonomous transport and reduce traditional parking spaces.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 25, 2019

Are flying cars close? Leaders say yes, but doubts linger

While uncertainty swirls around issues of infrastructure, safety and regulations, industry leaders say eVTOLs are on track to launch soon.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 25, 2019

Uber rolls out ride audio recording in response to safety concerns

The feature would help investigate safety incidents in the U.S., having been trialed in Brazil and Mexico for the past couple of weeks.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 22, 2019

Electric trucks may be the future, but waste and recycling market still charging up

Looking to move away from diesel and meet climate goals, a growing number of service providers are testing out models from coast to coast. 

By Mary Catherine O'Connor • Nov. 22, 2019

MIT spinoff startup designs scooters with 10x longer lifespan

Superpedestrian announced $20 million in financing for a new scooter fleet with safety software that will protect against common malfunctions ahead of a January rollout.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 20, 2019