Illinois investing nearly $114 million in downstate transit

The money will go to a wide range of transportation improvements, including electric and hybrid-electric transit vehicles, electric vehicle charging stations, new bus shelters, solar panel installations and facility expansions.

By Michael Brady • Jan. 25, 2023

DOT provides $29.4M to repair California roads damaged by floods

The money will support efforts by the state transportation department and four federal agencies to fix highways, bridges and other infrastructure.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 25, 2023

Cost of proposed San Francisco commuter, high-speed rail tunnel grows to $6.7B

The 1.3-mile tunnel would bring commuter trains to the downtown transit center, but pre-pandemic ridership hasn't returned along the line.

By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 24, 2023

Phoenix chooses Lime, Spin for shared micromobility program

The operators will permanently rent electric scooters and bikes, traditional pedal bikes and adaptive bikes. The city expects those added options will help amid an expected flux in Super Bowl visitors next month.

By Michael Brady • Jan. 24, 2023

2023 could see more tiny vehicles, significant transportation investments, experts say

Transportation experts, including a former New York City transportation commissioner, shared some of their trends to watch this year during a virtual event hosted by America Walks.

By Maria Rachal • Jan. 23, 2023

Oakland, California, aims to improve curb management with smart loading zones

The city is working with tech company Populus to allow commercial fleet operators to automatically pay for curb use by the minute to address growing deliveries and crowded curbs.

By Michael Brady • Jan. 23, 2023

Chicago may test parking enforcement tech to cut traffic deaths

Mayor Lori Lightfoot said the technology could help the city address its rising traffic fatalities, which climbed over 50% between 2019 and 2021.

By Michael Brady • Jan. 20, 2023

Mayors partner with Hertz on rental EVs and public charging

Shell also recently announced it’s buying charging network operator Volta in a $169 million deal, and electric charging equipment supplier Tritium is getting its largest-ever order from BP.

By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 20, 2023

Amtrak to replace 40-year-old rail cars on long-distance trains

The nation’s passenger rail company will use funding from the 2021 infrastructure law to upgrade its long-distance trains.

By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 20, 2023

Electric vehicles near ‘tipping point’ in 2023

Key developments for EV adoption this year include implementing federal incentives, developing a national charging network and addressing utility issues, according to transportation, energy and real estate professionals.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 20, 2023

Transit agencies agree to share certification of minority contractors

Chicago and Philadelphia’s reciprocal arrangement for disadvantaged businesses could become a national model, organizers say.

By Julie Strupp • Jan. 19, 2023

Nearly all US mayors worry about climate change’s local effects: report

Mayors said their regulatory powers, especially building codes and zoning, are their most effective tools to address climate change. But they are reluctant to limit residents’ behavior or the use of old technology.

By Michael Brady • Jan. 19, 2023

Micromobility could see growth in 2023, industry experts say

While micromobility will continue to deal with economic headwinds, improved accessibility and local investments in micromobility infrastructure may support its long-term growth, researchers and transportation professionals said.

By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 19, 2023

Helbiz pulls back from ‘non-profitable markets’

The micromobility operator said analysis of a lack of robust regulatory frameworks, high levels of competition, an oversupply of vehicles and overcrowded streets led to the decision.

By Maria Rachal • Jan. 18, 2023

NYC says vehicles equipped with speed limit tech reduced unsafe driving

Intelligent speed assistance technology installed in 50 fleet vehicles since August has resulted in near-universal compliance with local speed limits and a 36% reduction of hard-braking events, New York City officials announced.

By Danielle McLean • Jan. 18, 2023

Las Vegas invests in connected vehicle technology

Cameras and sensors transmit traffic safety information to emergency response and autonomous vehicles.

By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 18, 2023

Electric vehicle sales soared in 2022, followed by more charging stations

Most public chargers are found in suburban locations while multifamily dwellings lag far behind in charging infrastructure. 

By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 17, 2023

Why drone delivery hasn’t taken flight in the US

The Federal Aviation Administration this year will propose new regulations, including changes to visual line of sight requirements to support greater drone use, a federal official said.

By Michael Brady • Jan. 17, 2023

4 trends that could shape smart cities in 2023

These overarching trends affect the decisions communities are making around transportation design, street space, housing and revitalizing downtowns that have struggled with fewer office workers.

By Smart Cities Dive Team • Jan. 13, 2023

Traffic fatalities ‘crisis’ demands state and local coordination, transportation officials emphasize

As the U.S. Department of Transportation works to update rules around speed limits, automation and vehicles, officials say improving safety will require a cultural shift.

By Charles Pekow • Jan. 13, 2023

DOT, DOE secretaries tout agency cooperation under decarbonization blueprint

DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm laid out the impact of new federal dollars and policies in the shift to EVs, while another federal official urged caution.

By Danielle McLean • Jan. 12, 2023

Transit agencies must consider land use and new travel patterns, transportation officials say

New travel patterns driven by the COVID-19 pandemic and remote and hybrid work are forcing transit agencies to reconsider their planning and operations, transportation officials said at the Transportation Research Board's Annual Meeting.

By Charles Pekow • Jan. 12, 2023

Air taxi supply shortage may slow eVTOL adoption, Archer Aviation exec says at CES

Archer Aviation Chief Operating Officer Tom Muniz said that aircraft manufacturers might need to produce “tens of thousands” of air taxis in the future but currently lack the capability.

By Michael Brady • Jan. 12, 2023

California storms disrupt transit, Amtrak service

A series of strong winter rain storms led to canceled and delayed trains and flooded a major rail station.

By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 11, 2023

Stellantis to manufacture electric air taxis for Archer Aviation

The automaker aims to mass produce the startup’s Midnight eVOTL aircraft as its exclusive contract manufacturer.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 10, 2023