Sacramento to offer students free transit starting this fall

The program is expected to drastically increase Sacramento Regional Transit's student ridership, up to 600% in the first year.

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated June 17, 2019

Uber seeks approval for drone deliveries

Uber Elevate has filed an application with the Federal Aviation Administration to deliver food in the San Diego market. An answer is expected by June 10.

By Alicia Kelso • May 28, 2019

Google Assistant voice feature accesses real-time NYC transit data

Users can ask when a train is coming and receive an estimated time of arrival, as well as walking directions to the station.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 24, 2019

Report: Mayors shift talking points to reflect health, environmental issues

Infrastructure and economic development remain the biggest concerns, but other areas have moved into the spotlight as city leaders deal with myriad issues.

By Chris Teale • May 24, 2019

Maven car-sharing service to exit 8 cities

The GM-owned startup will not disclose the markets it is exiting, but said it will focus on cities with the strongest demand and growth opportunities.

By Kristin Musulin • May 23, 2019

Lyft integrates Citi Bike into its app

The company announced it would invest $100 million in Citi Bike over the next five years, saying this app update is one of its "biggest plays to date toward multimodality."

By Kristin Musulin • May 23, 2019

Elon Musk shares rendering of Vegas people mover project

The Boring Company plans to complete the project in time for CES 2021 — an event that faces potential rescheduling due to lingering coronavirus restrictions.

By Katie Pyzyk , Kristin Musulin • Updated July 23, 2020

Louisville, KY transit authority launches MaaS platform

TARC has launched a mobility app and a Dynamic Trip Planner to help riders plan trips across multiple modes of transportation.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 23, 2019

Spin, Swiftmile to pilot solar-powered scooter stations

The docking stations will be installed on sidewalks in Washington, DC and Ann Arbor, MI over a 60-day pilot period to charge scooters and reduce clutter.

By Chris Teale • May 23, 2019

SAE International to form microbility data standards consortium

Miami-Dade County, Jump, Spin and Populus have signed on as initial partners of the consortium, which aims to develop best practices for storing and sharing micromobility data.

By Jason Plautz • May 23, 2019

Uber circulates petition over San Francisco airport pickup rule

The city has been under fire for transportation changes at the airport since it passed a rule in 2018 limiting taxi pickups to drivers with specific medallions.

By Jason Plautz • May 23, 2019

NACTO releases guide to improve intersection designs

The report aims to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety by reducing turning speeds, improving visibility and giving bikes the right of way.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 22, 2019

Oakland, CA bike-share pilot caters to people with disabilities

The 26-week adaptive bike-share program began earlier this month with handcycles, footcycles and a side-by-side tandem bike.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 22, 2019

Groups call for taxi exemption from NYC congestion charge

Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez joined the Independent Drivers Guild and the New York Taxi Workers Alliance in calling for relief for struggling drivers.

By Chris Teale • May 22, 2019

Boston to expand bike-share network

The city will hold citizen engagement meetings in traditionally underserved neighborhoods that are new to bike-share.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 21, 2019

Las Vegas tunnel could go to competitor of Musk's Boring Co.

Mayor Carolyn Goodman said the nascent company is too big a risk for the convention center people mover project, and is turning to a second bidder.

By Kim Slowey • May 20, 2019

63% of DC-area residents oppose congestion pricing, survey finds

The city is planning to explore tolling options for roads entering the city, which could lead to the institution of a congestion pricing plan.

By Jason Plautz • May 20, 2019

Mitsubishi Electric, HERE announce successful test of road hazard warning system

The Lane Hazard Warning system can detect an event — such as a slowed vehicle, weather hazards or a pothole — and localize it to a specific lane. 

By Jason Plautz • May 20, 2019

New York considers bill banning digital device use in crosswalks

The legislation is considered a safety measure to prevent distracted walking and would have a sliding scale of fines for repeat offenders. 

By Katie Pyzyk • May 20, 2019

Personal transport: What changes will we see in the near future?

While there will always be a demand for personal transport, cities must figure out how to better support systems that reduce environmental impacts and congestion. 

By Radim Cmar • May 17, 2019

Detroit announces $100M road overhaul

The investments will include resurfacing major roads, repairing five bridges and adding new streetscape projects in commercial corridors.

By Jason Plautz • May 17, 2019

Tesla issues software update over battery fire concerns

The wireless update will adjust battery settings in all Model S and Model X cars after several high-profile explosions in Asia.

By Jason Plautz • May 17, 2019

Complete Streets policies are not 'one-size-fits-all'

In a webinar hosted by the National Complete Streets Coalition, local leaders said policies vary within a city.

By Chris Teale • May 17, 2019

Greenlots partners with Columbus Yellow Cab on fast charger network

The stations will help the cabs charge more quickly to maximize efficiency, and will enable Yellow Cab to expand the number of electric taxis in use.

By Jason Plautz • May 16, 2019

Transit Tech Lab's mission to solve NYC's subway 'crisis'

Rachel Haot, executive director of the Transportation Innovation Partnership, offered insights on the accelerator that's prepping startups to pilot transit solutions with the MTA.

By Kristin Musulin • May 16, 2019