Detroit unveils winners of Ford mobility challenge

The City:One Michigan Central Station Challenge sought proposals to make biking and walking easier in the historic Corktown neighborhood. 

By Jason Plautz • Updated Feb. 3, 2020

Uber Health, Grand Rounds partner for free medical trips

Participating companies are working to get the service integrated into the Uber app so users can directly book rides.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 21, 2019

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Groups push New York Gov. Cuomo to legalize scooters, e-bikes

An open letter touts the benefits of electric mobility, noting it "makes moving away from cars easy for anyone regardless of age, ability, or health."

By Chris Teale • Updated Oct. 11, 2019

Bird sets up designated parking zones for Paris riders

The app will use visual reference points, real-time navigation and alerts to send riders to an approved parking space, enforced through geofencing.

By Jason Plautz • June 19, 2019

Via launches microtransit for seniors

NewMo, the on-demand transportation network in Newton, MA, plans to increase mobility for seniors who need to run errands or go to medical appointments.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 19, 2019

Keeping city streets clean and clear should be a top priority for any mayor

Residents and commuters deserve the streets around their home and place of work to be clean, safe and secure. That’s table stakes for being a city mayor.

By Michael Allegretti • June 19, 2019

Cycling, walking commissioners criticize 'insufficient' infrastructure in Britain

Safety advocates wrote an open letter claiming the government has wasted "hundreds of millions of pounds" on painted bicycle lanes.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 18, 2019

Uber adds Boston transit info to app

The move advances Uber's work to position itself as a one-stop-shop for transportation offerings.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 18, 2019

Domino's to test driverless pizza delivery in Houston

The chain's pilot with autonomous robotics company Nuro could spark a new iteration of the delivery race, and save human couriers time during busy periods. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 18, 2019

MIT: Discounted fares prompt more transit use among low-income Bostonites

Activists want the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to implement a reduced-fare program for low-income citizens.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 17, 2019

Deloitte: Majority of consumers will be open to mobility changes in 5 years

The survey found public and transparent testing of autonomous vehicles will be the most effective way to instill consumer confidence in their safety.

By Cailin Crowe • June 17, 2019

Florida will no longer require human drivers in AVs

A new law signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis sets out a statutory framework for insurance and safety rules for the vehicles. 

By Jason Plautz • June 17, 2019

Providence, RI releases complete streets draft master plan

A key point of the plan is to create a comprehensive "urban trail network" that connects each of the city's neighborhoods.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 14, 2019

Utility, EV coalition calls for 50% transportation energy reduction by 2050

The 50x50 Transportation Commission laid out more than three dozen policy recommendations, calling for stronger funding in electric vehicle infrastructure, among other things.

By Robert Walton • June 14, 2019

Social butterfly: Saskatoon Transit turns to Instagram influencers to boost ridership

The transit agency of Canadian province Saskatchewan will use social media influencers to inspire residents to travel in new ways. 

By Katie Pyzyk • June 13, 2019

Argo AI announces third-generation AV, expands testing to Detroit

The Ford Fusion Hybrid's upgraded safety features include redundant braking and steering systems, maintaining control in case of a unit failure. 

By Jason Plautz • June 13, 2019

NYC extends cap on for-hire vehicle licenses

Mayor Bill de Blasio added a cap on "deadheading," the for-hire vehicle practice of driving without a passenger.

By Jason Plautz • June 13, 2019

E-scooter company Bird acquires competitor Scoot

Bird said the move will offer users more vehicles and service in new communities, including potentially the long-desired market of San Francisco.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 13, 2019

Uber Elevate shows off skyport concepts

Plans include mega skyports which could handle 1,000 landing vehicles an hour on a footprint of less than two acres.

By Chris Teale • June 13, 2019

Lyft ditches Ford GoBike branding for new name, 'mobile art' designs

The rebranded Bay Wheels service also debuted an e-bike in San Jose, featuring new designs and a dockless lock.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 12, 2019

Uber sued over wheelchair accessibility in Pittsburgh

The suit asks that Uber modify its policies and practices to make wheelchair-accessible vehicles more available on its platform.

By Jason Plautz • June 12, 2019

Uber touts new partnerships, big plans at Elevate Summit

The company announced it will test its Uber Air flying taxis in Melbourne, Australia, and will partner with AT&T on communications.

By Chris Teale • June 12, 2019

San Francisco groups collaborate on $100B transportation improvement plan

Citizens tend to resist additional taxes, so getting a measure on the ballot could prove challenging, even in the Bay Area. 

By Katie Pyzyk • June 11, 2019

ParkMobile, REACH NOW partner to provide seamless parking, transit services

The companies said their new collaboration will make it easier for customers to transition from cars to public transportation.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 11, 2019

Uber’s flying taxis won’t need new aviation laws, top executive says

Eric Allison, head of Elevate Uber, said the company would partner with governments on its planned uberAIR service, a major shift from the past.

By Chris Teale • June 11, 2019