Buttigieg confirmation boosts hope for massive infrastructure investment

Several officials said the former South Bend, IN mayor's experience in local government will serve him well, and have called on him to embrace innovations like autonomous and electric vehicles. 

By Chris Teale • Feb. 3, 2021

Inspired by COVID biking boom, cycling bills reintroduced in Congress

One piece of legislation would make local bike-share programs eligible for federal funding, while another would reinstate a national tax benefit for those who commute by bike.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 2, 2021

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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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Houston, Uber and BP partner to aid EV transition for drivers

The trio will explore the deployment of BP's rapid charging electric vehicle (EV) stations throughout Houston, aiming to support the city's EV adoption goals and plans for an equitable charging network.

By Cailin Crowe • Feb. 2, 2021

Tesla: Batteries better for long-haul EVs, hydrogen is 'just crazy'

CEO Elon Musk said the OEM does not have enough battery cells to put its Semi truck into full production.

By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 1, 2021

Transit agencies brace for vaccination push amid murky guidance

Though federal agencies have deemed public transit a priority sector for COVID-19 vaccinations, states are charting their own plans to address rider demands and union resources.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 1, 2021

Feds study Baltimore-Washington maglev train route

The 40-mile-long leg of the proposed SCMAGLEV would be the first part of a maglev rail connecting Washington, D.C., and New York City. 

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 29, 2021

New SUMC CEO ponders mobility sector's 'moment of inflection'

Benjamin de la Peña, who recently became CEO of the Shared-Use Mobility Center, discussed pandemic-fueled mobility opportunities and his unfinished business as the Seattle DOT's former innovation chief.

By Cailin Crowe • Jan. 28, 2021

'Scooter-hailing' is on the horizon at Spin

The company has entered an exclusive partnership with Tortoise to bring three-wheeled teleoperated scooters to cities in North America and Europe.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 27, 2021

Uber pitches ride-sharing as a public transit mode

As the role of public transportation evolves amid COVID-19 recovery, Uber Transit has laid the foundation for an integrated, multi-modal transportation network of the future.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 26, 2021

Advanced air mobility could be worth $115B by 2035: report

Public and private partners must collaborate to help the U.S. lead the industry, which could create 280,000 jobs, according to Deloitte and the Aerospace Industries Association.

By Chris Teale • Jan. 26, 2021

Fleet electrification can have 'outsized influence' on EV adoption: RMI

Electrification will require a fundamental business restructuring, but if executed poorly "can be a series of very costly errors," according to a new report from Rocky Mountain Institute. 

By Robert Walton • Jan. 25, 2021

How much federal funding will each state DOT receive?

California and Texas state DOTs will receive the most money from the COVID-19 emergency relief measure, with $918 million and $914 million, respectively. 

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 25, 2021

Buttigieg nomination for Transport Secretary advances to full Senate

Members of the Senate Commerce Committee voted 21-3 on Wednesday morning to advance the former South Bend, IN mayor, who could receive full approval before the week’s end.

By Chris Teale • Updated Jan. 27, 2021

Honolulu's resilience officer outlines path to carbon neutrality

Chief Resilience Officer Matthew Gonser discussed Honolulu's first Climate Action Plan and the creative way local leaders tackled tough climate conversations with local residents. 

By Cailin Crowe • Jan. 21, 2021

COVID ushers new cities to top of VMT climate index

StreetLight Data ranked 100 U.S. metro areas on vehicle miles traveled, use of active transportation and other metrics for its annual climate index.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 21, 2021

Cuomo announces $306B infrastructure plan for New York

Just one part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's plan, the redevelopment of Manhattan's Midtown West, is expected to create 196,000 jobs.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 20, 2021

$4B worth of transit projects coming to DC metro area

Northern Virginia, the site of Amazon's second U.S. headquarters, will see a flurry of transportation projects over the next decade in an effort to become the most "well-connected downtown in the country." 

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 19, 2021

The hot seat: 10 questions with Revel CEO Frank Reig

Amid evolving urban transportation trends, Reig discussed how Revel's shared moped service addresses safety, competition and the gig economy debate.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 19, 2021

AV policy should focus on safety and public trust, experts say

During a digital CES 2021 panel, public and private sector autonomous vehicle experts discussed the progress made since AV 4.0 was unveiled at least year's show, and the work that still needs to be done. 

By Cailin Crowe • Jan. 15, 2021

UPS, Verizon partner on 5G drone delivery in Florida

Many details on the partnership have yet to be disclosed, but the companies say 5G will be important to scaling delivery fleets.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 13, 2021

Automotive tech takes the digital stage at CES 2021

Leading OEMs and automakers remotely tuned in to the annual electronics show to tout new innovations in V2X, electric and driverless technologies.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 12, 2021

RMI details urgency of ride-hailing electrification

In an insight brief, the nonprofit listed technological capability, financial competitiveness and charging infrastructure as the three major barriers to TNC electrification.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 8, 2021

Urban mobility will center on MaaS, driverless delivery: report

As cities look to manage their curb space amid increasing dependence on shared mobility and delivery services, cooperation between cities and the private sector will be essential, Lux Research found.

By Chris Teale • Jan. 8, 2021

USDOT head Elaine Chao resigns following Capitol insurrection

Chao said the department will help Pete Buttigieg, President-elect Joe Biden's pick for transportation secretary, assume the post.

By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 8, 2021

Uber warns of Seattle fare hikes as minimum wage takes effect

Drivers now must be paid at least $16.39 per hour under the new law, prompting ride-hailing companies to weigh the financial impacts on passengers.

By Chris Teale • Jan. 6, 2021