Illinois creates, launches immediately, statewide AV initiative

Gov. Bruce Rauner signed an executive order launching Autonomous Illinois, which governs autonomous vehicle development and use on public roads.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 29, 2018

DC proposes dockless regulations, new permitting process

The rules would require a locking mechanism on all vehicles, unique identifiers, data-sharing and vehicle availability in all eight wards of the District. 

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 29, 2018

'Technology alone cannot solve our problems': Top takeaways from Smart Regions Conference

Speakers in Columbus, OH, emphasized the need for cities to put people first, but the age gap between elected leaders and smart city proponents could be a hindrance.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 29, 2018

UPS pilots eBike with cargo container in Seattle

The modular cargo container system is the first of its kind to be tested in the U.S.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 29, 2018

Winners announced in first Smart Infrastructure Challenge

Honorees receive up to $10 million in four categories, although of the 80 total project proposals, officials said that between 75% and 80% could receive some backing.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 29, 2018

Bird poll: Voters would make 'interesting sacrifices' to reduce time spent in traffic

A survey conducted for Bird by the Global Strategy Group found 14% of respondents would shave their head for more efficient transportation options.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 26, 2018

Chicago to test digital info screens in buses

The screens will be similar to those at rail stations showing real-time trip information, service alerts and public safety announcements.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 26, 2018

Austin, TX testing connected stoplights in USDOT trial

The city fitted five intersections with infrastructure to connect vehicles to traffic signals as part of a US Department of Transportation (USDOT) challenge.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 26, 2018

LA led way to leveraging EV RFPs, more cities follow with renewables

"We want to make solar real for our residents," said Cincinnati's energy manager in a discussion on U.S. city renewable energy procurement.

By Robert Walton • Oct. 26, 2018

Lyft buys AR company Blue Vision Labs to boost AV division

The London-based company creates 3D maps of cities based on crowd-sourced images from car-mounted camera phones.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 25, 2018

Coord's new Surveyor app gives cities the power to digitally map curb rules

Surveyor enables users to digitally log signage details and measure curb space using augmented reality — which is quicker and more cost-effective than traditional pen-and-paper methods.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 24, 2018

Portland, OR releases results of e-scooter pilot survey

The city's Bureau of Transportation got more than 4,500 responses, and found that scooters are used both for transportation and recreation and that they are replacing car trips.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 24, 2018

Uber to introduce 'clean air fee' in London

Beginning tomorrow, the company will charge riders a 15-pence-per-mile "clean air fee" to help frequent drivers upgrade to electric vehicles.

By Chris Teale • Updated Jan. 15, 2019

NHTSA seeks suspension of driverless school bus pilot

According to the agency, Transdev in March was granted permission to use its EZ10 Generation II driverless shuttle for a specific demonstration project, but not as a school bus.

By Jason Plautz • Updated Oct. 25, 2018

New transit-oriented development fund launches in Atlanta

The $15 million pilot fund will support private and nonprofit affordable housing developers who build housing along transit lines with low-interest, long-term loans.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 23, 2018

Chicago plans $5M in upgrades on popular bus corridors

Upgrades will include dedicated lanes and new signs to improve speed and reliability, as well as pedestrian safety, on the city's most-ridden routes.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 23, 2018

1 year smarter: A look back at our favorite stories

To celebrate the one-year anniversary of our daily launch, Smart Cities Dive has rounded up our most popular posts on everything from drug-sniffing robots to blockchain tech.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 23, 2018

What Ford's AV partnership with DC means for the city's future

Ford’s AVs will be tested across the District starting as early as Q1 of next year, with a goal of deploying a commercial AV service in 2021 that could include ride-hailing and food or package delivery.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 23, 2018

Is Uber planning drone delivery by 2021?

The tech startup aims to deliver food by drone sooner than many stakeholders expect will be possible. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 22, 2018

Delivery robots may soon hit the streets of Dallas

A six-month pilot program would enable companies to deploy fleets of electronically powered, autonomous delivery devices in the city.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 22, 2018

Waymo report details how police can deal with AVs

The company will have a 24/7 telephone hotline for first responders to speak to representatives, while its cars will have a collision detection and notification system.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 22, 2018

Who benefits from cashless bus routes?

Transit agencies say it helps keep their vehicles moving efficiently, but advocates worry the trend will leave low-income riders behind.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 22, 2018

Urban Smart Logistics Institute to study subterranean deliveries

Transporting parcels through subterranean networks could be an "industry game changer" in solving last-mile challenges.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 19, 2018

Virgin Hyperloop One study finds Missouri route feasible

The company found that a connection between Missouri cities St. Louis, Kansas City and Columbia would be commercially viable, safe and cheaper than driving.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 19, 2018

King County, WA to launch on-demand microtransit service

The Ride2 Park & Ride shuttles, which will begin servicing the area on Oct. 23, are operated by Chariot and Ford Smart Mobility. 

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 19, 2018