Microsoft partners with Singapore ride-hailing service Grab

The pair will collaborate in areas like machine learning and AI, as well as on other projects like deploying in-car entertainment and productivity.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 10, 2018

Are regulators hindering EV acceleration?

Utilities and regulators are starting to scale up charging infrastructure but are finding it takes private vendor and utility "coopetition" to build the interoperable EV charging networks needed to satisfy drivers.

By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 10, 2018

As companies like Lyft and UPS electrify fleets, local incentives can play a key role

Chicago’s Drive Clean Truck Program is a great example of an innovative incentive for alternative fuel and electric vehicles, Illinois Commerce Commission Commissioner Anastasia Palivos writes.

By Anastasia Palivos, Ritta Merza and Emily Brumit • Oct. 10, 2018

European Commission promises $800M sustainable transportation investment

The funding will go toward 49 projects across all major modes of transportation, including airports, ports, rail and battery-electric cars.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 9, 2018

San Francisco transit to modernize fare payment system

The main improvements revolve around a mobile app and virtual payment options, as well as better integration with alternative modes like bike-share and paratransit.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 9, 2018

Ford patents system to steer AVs by phone

Cars could be controlled by tilting the phone in one direction, or with a virtual steering wheel on screen to be controlled by the user's finger.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 9, 2018

On the smart city journey, everyone goes at their own pace

At Smart Cities Week in Washington, DC, leaders said that progress varies by jurisdiction, while it is key to change the conversation around innovation inside government.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 8, 2018

Boston releases Vision Zero policy updates

City leaders noted progress in reducing traffic deaths — down to 14 in 2017, from 21 in 2016 — but say there's still plenty of work to be done.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 8, 2018

Atlanta passes massive transit expansion plan

The 17-project proposal will help extend the city's MARTA transit system into underserved areas, funded in part by a sales tax increase.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 8, 2018

Tesla touts Autopilot safety in first quarterly report

The car company says drivers using its semi-autonomous system experience a lower rate of accidents or “crash-like events” than those driving without Autopilot.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 8, 2018

Toyota and SoftBank to partner on mobility services

The pair hope to create a "safer and more comfortable mobility society” through ride-sharing, artificial intelligence, autonomy and big data.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 5, 2018

US DOT revises AV rules to no longer require human driver

The tweaked national guidance opens the door for automakers to test designs that do not need a person in control.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 5, 2018

Dockless Digest: Bird unveils delivery service, 'ruggedized' new fleet

Bird Zero promises a longer battery, wider and longer chassis and an integrated digital display with a speedometer and an improved GPS tracker.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 5, 2018

Targeting 1T annual trips worldwide, dockless companies see room to grow

Representatives of three dockless operators said on a conference call that U.S. cities still have not seen the full extent of the scooter- and bike-share invasion.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 5, 2018

Duke to install 530 EV chargers in Florida, study grid integration

Duke will focus EV charging infrastructure efforts on public spaces, making 10% of the installations in lower-income communities.

By Robert Walton • Oct. 5, 2018

New ride-share pilot program to launch in Los Angeles

The public-private microtransit program, dubbed FlexLA, will complement the city's existing transit system rather than compete with it.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 4, 2018

2018 Readiness Challenge winners reflect on their smart city journeys

Representatives from Cary, NC; Las Vegas; Birmingham, AL; Louisville, KY; Virginia and Puerto Rico all took the stage at Smart Cities Week to share how they have benefited from the program thus far. 

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 4, 2018

Uber unveils first scooter fleet in Santa Monica, CA

This launch, which follows the company's recent commitment to more sustainable mobility options, further levels the playing field between Uber and its top rival, Lyft.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 4, 2018

Ford calls for shared language of self-driving cars

The automaker called for a universal signaling system for autonomous vehicles to communicate their intent to pedestrians, bikers and other drivers.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 4, 2018

Startup founded by Apple vets debuts advanced LiDAR for AVs

Aeva co-founder Mina Rezk wrote in a blog post that the technology will "play a big part in enabling autonomous vehicles to go mainstream."

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 3, 2018

Minneapolis releases final draft of 2040 comprehensive plan

The plan heavily addresses equity and the environment, but a drastic increase in housing density was a contentious topic.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 3, 2018

Why IoT is the key to autonomous transportation on a massive urban scale

Internet-connected sensors in phones, in vehicles, on roads and in buildings will transform how travelers interact with vehicles and how they move and live in the world's urban centers.

By Michael Cottle • Oct. 2, 2018

Google Maps adds real-time commute information

The update will allow users to plan more efficient and less stressful journeys, the company said, including details about potential delays and alternate routes.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 2, 2018

Grand Rapids, MI to test autonomous shuttle fleet

May Mobility will deploy a fleet of its six-seat autonomous shuttles on one of the city's existing bus routes through its downtown core.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 2, 2018

San Diego holds 'Free Ride Day' to promote transit

Fixed-route bus, rail, light rail and trolley trips are free for everyone today, while Uber and Lyft are joining in with discounted rides to and from stations.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 2, 2018