Oslo, Norway to install wireless electric chargers for taxi fleet

It is poised to become the first city in the world with such infrastructure, in part of an effort to deploy only electric taxis by the year 2023.

By Jason Plautz • March 25, 2019

San Francisco area bike-share employees consider unionizing

Ford GoBike workers will vote next week on whether to become the sixth U.S. city to have members in a transportation-centric union.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 22, 2019

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Volvo to monitor drivers for intoxication, distractions

Starting in the early 2020s, the automaker will use in-car cameras as part of its goal to prevent any fatalities in its vehicles.

By Jason Plautz • March 22, 2019

Massachusetts cities partner with Draper, Miovision to improve traffic safety

Cambridge and Somerville will work with the tech companies on a traffic measurement pilot that will generate data and inform future design.

By Chris Teale • March 21, 2019

Driverless shuttles hit the streets of Brooklyn, NY

The service from Optimus Ride, which will run in Brooklyn Navy Yard, marks the state's first self-driving vehicle program. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated Aug. 7, 2019

UK's review of mobility rules could clear the way for scooters

Under an 1835 law, such vehicles are classified as motor vehicles and barred from sidewalks, but there are moves afoot to change that.

By Jason Plautz • March 20, 2019

3 cities to charge for curb space in new micromobility pilot

Charlotte, NC; Detroit; and Omaha, NE will use the Passport platform to implement curb pricing and better manage dockless vehicles.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 20, 2019

How driverless vehicles can navigate their way into the mainstream

If AVs are to become commonplace, industry players must better understand data collection, maximize AI efficiency and make profit margins larger.

By Mohammad Musa • March 20, 2019

Spin partners with Zagster to bring scooters to 100 markets

Zagster will help manage Spin's fleet operations, optimize ridership and make its scooter-share programs more efficient and affordable.

By Kristin Musulin • March 20, 2019

Waymo to expand Arizona operations

The Google-backed company will add an 85,000-square-foot technical service center in Mesa, which is expected to support hundreds of AV jobs.

By Jason Plautz • March 20, 2019

Chicago task force drafts roadmap for future of city mobility

A scooter-sharing pilot and an autonomous vehicle pilot are among the more than 50 action items.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 19, 2019

Atlanta to create its first transportation department

The DOT's duties will include roadway maintenance, sidewalk and bike lane construction, infrastructure investment programs and traffic signal upgrades.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 19, 2019

AAA poll: 71% of Americans afraid to ride in an AV

There was slightly higher support for other uses of AVs, with 44% saying they would be comfortable with self-driving vehicles for food or package delivery.

By Jason Plautz • March 19, 2019

Trump budget proposal under scrutiny from transit advocates

The American Public Transportation Association and others argued more must be done to invest in infrastructure given the backlog of issues.

By Chris Teale • March 19, 2019

Smart Cities Council announces winners of 2019 Readiness Challenge

The five winners will each receive year-long guidance on how to turn their smart city visions into reality.

By Chris Teale • Updated April 22, 2019

Chicago mayor, DOT propose $50M Divvy bike-share expansion

The expansion would more than double the Lyft-owned bike-share fleet and bring service to all parts of the city.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 18, 2019

Toyota, DENSO, SoftBank invest $1B in Uber AV unit

The investment, which is expected to close in Q3 of 2019, will value Uber's Advanced Technologies Group at $7.25 billion on a post-money basis.

By Jason Plautz • Updated April 23, 2019

Lyft adds Denver transit information to app

In the "Transit" section of the app, users will be able to find nearby bus and rail stops, walking directions to those stops and transit schedules.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 14, 2019

DC Metro to partner with ride-hailing, taxi companies for late-night service

Under a new plan, WMATA could offer subsidized rides on Uber, Lyft or other platforms late at night when its system is shut down.

By Chris Teale • March 14, 2019

Transit unions want protections against AV workforce impacts

The Transportation Trades Department called on Congress and USDOT to create a workforce fund to cover adverse impacts, among other requests.

By Jason Plautz • March 13, 2019

USDOT launches council to support emerging transportation tech

The council, which Secretary Elaine Chao announced during SXSW, will "better coordinate the review of innovation" around projects, including hyperloop and AVs.

By Kristin Musulin • March 13, 2019

Smart Electric Power Alliance launches EV research program

Members of the Transportation Electrification program will work to ensure EVs' long-term success, with the likes of Ford involved in the effort.

By Chris Teale • March 13, 2019

Streets for All Coalition unveiled to advocate for safe, clean mobility

Bird, Spin and the Climate Action Campaign are among the founding members of the group, which will advocate for safety, equitable access and reduced car dependence.

By Kristin Musulin • March 12, 2019

Moovit, SpotHero partner to add parking information to transit app

The new service will launch in the San Francisco Bay Area before spreading nationally, and is intended to limit the amount of circling and idling drivers have to do.

By Jason Plautz • March 12, 2019

What is the role for cities in replacing the gas tax?

A report from the National League of Cities suggests partnering with state and regional governments on alternatives to pay for infrastructure fixes.

By Jason Plautz • March 12, 2019