NYC to cut city fleet by 1K vehicles

The cuts will mean an estimated 10 million fewer miles driven per year and a 500,000 gallon reduction in the city’s annual fuel consumption.

By Jason Plautz • March 29, 2019

Lyft IPO values company at over $24B

The ride-hailing company went public on the Nasdaq stock exchange Friday morning at $72 a share, officially beating rival Uber to the punch.

By Chris Teale • March 29, 2019

Uber unveils infrastructure principles calling for federal investment, innovation

The ride-hailing company said Congress should invest in roads and bridges, and help pave the way for the onset of autonomous and electric vehicles.

By Chris Teale • March 29, 2019

Chinese e-commerce firms, automakers team for $1.5B ride-hailing service

The new venture, known as T3, is meant to compete with Didi Chuxing in what is estimated to be the world's biggest ride-hailing market.

By Jason Plautz • March 28, 2019

All hail: How taxi companies stay competitive in an evolving marketplace

As ride-hailing services grow in consumer popularity, savvy cab companies are using technology and improved sustainability to compete for business.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 28, 2019

ChargeWheel nets funding for mobile EV and scooter charging trailers

The company will deploy fleets of solar-powered trailers that are capable of simultaneously charging up to four EVs or 400 electric bikes and scooters.

By Jason Plautz • March 27, 2019

Lawmakers finalize congestion pricing plan for NYC

New York stands to become the first city in the country to implement the plan, which now awaits a signature from Governor Andrew Cuomo.

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated April 1, 2019

Laguna Beach, CA sets ride-share pickup spots

The city is only the second on the West Coast to partner with Uber and Lyft for the designation of such spots.

By Jason Plautz • March 26, 2019

Avis, Arrive partner to integrate parking platform into app

Arrive allows drivers to find open spaces or reserve spots in advance, and uses Bluetooth and location technology to automatically handle payment.

By Jason Plautz • March 26, 2019

Portland, OR transit payments now integrated with Apple Pay

It's the first of three U.S. cities that will launch Apple Pay systems this year in an effort to make riding transit "more convenient than ever before."

By Kristin Musulin • Updated May 23, 2019

GM invests $300M in Michigan plant to build new EV

The vehicle had been slated for production outside of the U.S., but the decision to keep it domestic will bring 400 jobs to Orion Township.

By Jason Plautz • March 25, 2019

Dallas, Miami-Dade to introduce Mastercard 'tap-and-go' transit fare system

The contactless payment systems will be rolled out in several cities this year, helping to reduce reliance on a dedicated transit card.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 25, 2019

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

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