Vancouver tackles congestion with transportation hackathon

The Decode Congestion Hackathon addressed the "built-out" city's congestion issues, and could help with efforts to achieve zero traffic-related deaths. 

By Cailin Crowe • Nov. 14, 2019

Waymo to shutter Austin, TX operations

The Google-backed self-driving car company will relocate staff to its Phoenix and Detroit locations, which have acted as Waymo's main hubs.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 12, 2019

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5 strategic shifts that are making cities smarter: report

ABI Research identified the many ways cities are becoming more advanced and efficient, ranging from digital twins to smart spaces.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 11, 2019

Lessons learned from Europe: What US cities must do to achieve a clean electric future

Cities are at the center of the battle against climate change, but they're also at the forefront of addressing the challenge — and European cities are outpacing the U.S. in their solutions.

By Rob Massoudi • Nov. 11, 2019

CurbFlow loading zones used 19K times in Columbus, OH pilot

Around 2,400 delivery drivers registered to use the eight Loading Management Zones, resulting in "overwhelmingly high" driver satisfaction.

By Chris Teale • Updated June 29, 2020

Uber AV involved in fatal crash couldn't detect jaywalkers

NTSB released a report that found the AV detected the victim 5.6 seconds before impact, but didn't classify her as a pedestrian because she was not in a crosswalk.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 8, 2019

Consumers want to maintain control of AVs: survey

SAE International polled consumers in four U.S. cities to find 82% of respondents are enthusiastic about AVs, though 92% want the ability to control them if needed.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 8, 2019

Microtransit could reduce city traffic up to 30%, report says

On-demand transit can complement mass transit, reduce the number of people driving solo in cars and expand opportunities in underserved areas. 

By Cailin Crowe • Nov. 7, 2019

NTSB recommends mandatory helmet laws, protected bike lanes

The group compiled a bicyclist safety report for the first time in 47 years following pedestrian and traffic deaths that have reached their highest level since 1990.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 6, 2019

Google expands crowdsourced transit app Pigeon to 5 new cities

The app enables riders to post notices on everything from subway congestion to how warm a station is, allowing for a more informed transit experience.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 6, 2019

Uber, Lyft back ballot initiative to abate California gig worker law

The coalition, which includes Doordash and Instacart, wants to bring the issue of worker classification to state residents after a failed effort to defeat AB-5.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 31, 2019

StreetLight Data, Siemens partner to support EV deployments

The partnership will enable city planners to identify and prioritize the best locations for charging stations to maximize EV adoption and use.

By Cailin Crowe • Oct. 31, 2019

Uber challenges LADOT scooter, bike suspension

Uber requested a hearing with Los Angeles officials to determine if the city was right to suspend Jump devices over a data-sharing dispute.

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated Nov. 15, 2019

Cities can lead the way for vehicle grid integration

Since the dawn of the modern EV era, grid operators have warned that the vehicles could overwhelm grid distribution systems. The warning has yet to materialize, but the threat remains.

By Scott Shepard • Oct. 29, 2019

SRI International debuts AI tech to monitor drivers' emotions

With the technology, cars will be able to monitor and respond to a driver's emotional and physical state using various cameras and sensors.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 28, 2019

Lawmakers introduce federal Vision Zero Act to curb street deaths

The bill would make federal transportation funding and grants available for more communities to design and implement safety programs.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 28, 2019

Via to kick off autonomous ride-hailing in Irvine, CA

The company is partnering with Hyundai and AV startup Pony.ai to launch a robotaxi network, with opening day slated for Nov. 4.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 28, 2019

Americans more comfortable with self-driving cars, report says

Nearly half of respondents to the Adobe Analytics survey said they would eat or drink in a self-driving car, and 47% said they would hold phone conversations. 

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 25, 2019

Local Motors to expand testing of its 3D-printed AV shuttle in Maryland

The shuttle will be tested on public roads in National Harbor, allowing the company to learn how the vehicle handles intersections, pedestrians and traffic signals. 

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 24, 2019

Pedestrian deaths at highest level since 1990: NHTSA

Pedestrian deaths totaled 6,283 in 2018, an increase of 3.4%, while deaths of those on pedal-powered bikes rose by 6.3% to 857 last year.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 24, 2019

Scoot the latest to introduce dockless mopeds

The vehicles will be available through the Scoot and Bird apps in Los Angeles in a pilot program, with more cities expected to add service soon.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 23, 2019

Disability advocate sues Minneapolis, scooter companies

The plaintiff has autism and a developmental coordination disorder — affecting  his reaction times — and repeatedly has tripped on scooters left in public rights-of-way. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 22, 2019

Chicago approves ride-hail congestion tax

Under the new plan, taxes on single-passenger trips will be raised to $1.25, while shared rides will only be taxed 65 cents. 

By Chris Teale • Updated Nov. 27, 2019

LA to consider $30/hour ride-hailing minimum wage

City Council President Herb Wesson proposed the minimum hourly wage with an independent study of income and outgoings to follow.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 21, 2019

San Francisco's busiest street is now car-free

Market Street, dubbed the "civic spine" of San Francisco, is now exclusive to pedestrians, cyclists and transit. A video of Wednesday morning's commute showed the impressive results.

By Kristin Musulin • Updated Jan. 30, 2020