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Sponsored by Department of TransportationThe Commercial Driver’s License Program Implementation (CDLPI) grant: Supporting commercial driver’s license programs at the state level
Learn about federal grant opportunities and how your organization can apply.
By Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration • Nov. 4, 2024 -
Officials failed to fully study environmental impacts of $3.6B bridge, lawsuit alleges
Four Cincinnati-area groups also argue the design of the project connecting the city with Kentucky doesn’t do enough to include alternative modes to car travel such as walking, biking and transit.
By Julie Strupp • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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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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Deep DiveMoney, politics are the biggest barriers to US high-speed rail
Costs for these projects are only getting higher, but political support seems to be growing in both major parties.
By Dan Zukowski , Shaun Lucas • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHigh-speed rail projects progress in California, Texas and other states
Both red and blue states are backing bullet trains while Amtrak has taken the lead on a proposed Dallas-Houston project.
By Dan Zukowski , Shaun Lucas • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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Deep DiveIs US high-speed rail finally on a roll?
With two projects underway, business, labor and government leaders see the dawn of a new industry that “could be a very important part of the U.S. economy,” said Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
By Dan Zukowski , Shaun Lucas • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Passenger rail, freight rail get $2.4B from Federal Railroad Administration
Grants announced today are the largest-ever funding round for the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements program, said Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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Robotaxi company Waymo raises $5.6B to expand operations
The company plans to use the money to bring its “Waymo One” commercial ride-hailing service to more U.S. cities.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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FTA orders transit agencies to protect workers amid rising assaults
“No American should go to work and worry they will not return home safely,” the Federal Transit Administration’s deputy administrator said. Agencies must respond by Dec. 26.
By Dan Zukowski • Updated Nov. 12, 2024 -
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California doles out $3.8B for transportation improvements
Approximately 600 local governments and regional transportation authorities will receive money, according to the California Transportation Commission.
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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Sponsored by RoutewareScaling for success: How Omaha’s Hillside Solutions seized a technology opportunity and grew its business
Learn how fleet technology empowered Hillside Solutions to grow its business by providing digitized customer, route and resource management tools in one system.
Oct. 28, 2024 -
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FAA sets air taxi pilot training, operations final rule
Powered-lift aircraft like eVTOL, which operate like both helicopters and airplanes, are "the first new category of aircraft in nearly 80 years," the FAA administrator said in announcing the new rule.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 25, 2024 -
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How transit ballot measures fared in Nov. 5 elections
Many local and state transportation improvements earned bipartisan support even when measures asked to increase taxes, an analyst said.
By Dan Zukowski • Updated Nov. 8, 2024 -
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Wider streets are more dangerous for pedestrians to cross
Longer street crossings are more likely to lead to more pedestrian collisions, according to a New York University study of 49,000 crossings in three cities.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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$13B overhaul of I-45 in Houston breaks ground after years of delays
The controversial highway widening project, one of Texas’ largest infrastructure efforts, is expected to take 18 years to complete.
By Julie Strupp • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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Massachusetts investing in commuter rail to relieve traffic congestion
“Our roads are at a standstill,” the state’s transportation secretary said at a conference last week, detailing how the state is making passenger rail a priority.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Transportation costs soared in major US cities over the past 10 years
Inflation was the leading driver of higher transportation costs in 10 major cities, according to the New York state comptroller. The average household spent over $12,700 on transportation in the 2022-2023 period.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Maryland DOT plans transit-oriented development along commuter rail line
The plan seeks to add 2,600 new housing units while increasing transit use and reducing traffic congestion.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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EV owners can store more energy from the grid with GM Energy’s new ‘PowerBank’
The stationary energy storage unit can provide power to a home during an outage or help offset higher electricity rates during peak times.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Proterra electric buses recalled for potential fire issue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a recall affecting about 483 Proterra buses. Phoenix Motorcars, which acquired Proterra's transit bus division, will provide a free remedy for vehicle owners.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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Serve Robotics debuts faster, larger delivery robots to be deployed in 2 cities
The sidewalk robots, which are outfitted with new safety measures, will hit the streets in coming months as part of Serve's deal with Uber Eats.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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Transit agencies document equity efforts in APTA report
Hiring dedicated equity executives, requiring analyses prior to system changes and partnering on services for those experiencing homelessness are among the efforts named in the American Public Transportation Association report.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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9 bike-friendly laws signed by California governor
Bicycle advocates cheered laws that spur bike and pedestrian infrastructure construction, but Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed two bills that advocates hoped would rein in driver speeding.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Uber spurs electric vehicle use with pop-ups in 4 cities, new features
An AI-powered virtual assistant for EV-curious drivers is among the ride-share giant’s expanded green product suite.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Tesla promises driverless robotaxi by 2027
CEO Elon Musk also announced that fully autonomous versions of Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y vehicles would begin driverless tests in California and Texas next year.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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Helene deals billions in damage to infrastructure
Roads, bridges, electrical grids and water systems need to be rebuilt following the deadly storm.
By Julie Strupp • Oct. 10, 2024
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