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#bike-safety
fromStreetsblog
2 days ago
New York City

Six Inane Arguments Mayor Adams Is Using To Defend Ripping Up The Bedford Ave. Bike Lane - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
2 days ago
New York City

Six Inane Arguments Mayor Adams Is Using To Defend Ripping Up The Bedford Ave. Bike Lane - Streetsblog New York City

fromUpgradedPoints.com
2 days ago

Getting Between New York and Boston: Plane, Train, or Automobile

Flying is one option for traveling between Boston and New York, starting from Boston Logan International Airport, which is well-connected to public transport but lacks a rail station directly at terminals.
Travel
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Why Caltrans is widening a Bay Area highway that's going to flood

State Route 37 faces significant challenges from sea level rise and peak hour traffic congestion, prompting a costly widening project.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

We have to move': historic village of Tempsford reels from plan to swell its 600 residents to 350,000

Tempsford is set for transformation with plans for new homes and a railway station connecting major cities.
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Good Morning, News: Hulk Hogan Has Died, Rose Quarter Plan Is Broke, and Ok Chicken Enters Haunted Pok Pok Manor

Oregon's police certification agency voted to strip Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp of his certification due to multiple instances of false testimony under oath.
Portland
#tri-rail
Tech industry
fromTESLARATI
4 days ago

Tesla rolling out Robotaxi pilot in SF Bay Area this weekend: report

Tesla is launching a paid Robotaxi pilot program in the Bay Area, starting with safety drivers.
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

This busy east London bus route is being scrapped

The 472 bus route is replaced by a limited stop Superloop with only three stops, enhancing speed but reducing accessibility.
#infrastructure
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
US politics

Everything You Were Afraid To Ask About the Next Surface Transportation Reauthorization But Were Afraid To Ask - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
US politics

A Transportation Reform Advocate's Cheat Sheet to the Next Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
US politics

Trump Grant Program Pours Money Into Roads, Mostly Ignores Transit Projects - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
US politics

Everything You Were Afraid To Ask About the Next Surface Transportation Reauthorization But Were Afraid To Ask - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
US politics

A Transportation Reform Advocate's Cheat Sheet to the Next Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
US politics

Trump Grant Program Pours Money Into Roads, Mostly Ignores Transit Projects - Streetsblog USA

#uber
fromStreetsblog
6 days ago

Op Ed: Pragmatic Optimism In the Face of Active Transportation Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

The 1983 bill by Ronald Reagan led to the development of over 42,000 miles of multiuse trails, generating over $34 billion in economic activity.
fromSmart Cities Dive
6 days ago

NY transit authority orders nation's first battery-electric passenger locomotive

The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority ordered 13 battery-electric passenger locomotives, marking the first use of this technology in North America.
Cars
#congestion-pricing
fromForbes
5 days ago
NYC politics

NYC's Congestion Pricing Is Paying Off As Motor Traffic Drops Through July

fromStreetsblog
6 days ago
US politics

'King' Trump's DOT Secretary Is Acting Like A Child on Congestion Pricing: Legal Scholar - Streetsblog New York City

fromsilive
1 week ago
New York City

While state declares NYC congestion pricing a 'huge success,' concerns around Staten Island impact remain

fromForbes
5 days ago
NYC politics

NYC's Congestion Pricing Is Paying Off As Motor Traffic Drops Through July

fromStreetsblog
6 days ago
US politics

'King' Trump's DOT Secretary Is Acting Like A Child on Congestion Pricing: Legal Scholar - Streetsblog New York City

fromsilive
1 week ago
New York City

While state declares NYC congestion pricing a 'huge success,' concerns around Staten Island impact remain

Business
fromSustainable Bus
5 days ago

Arriva Group appoints Martijn Gilbert as Managing Director for UK bus business - Sustainable Bus

Martijn Gilbert appointed Managing Director of Arriva UK Bus, effective 18 August.
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Michael O'Leary criticised for 'insulting' comments on Dublin metro

Dublin Airport doesn't need it, Dublin Airport passengers won't use it - they're already well-served by buses.
Miscellaneous
#urban-development
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

'My three children needed transplants, now I'm giving back'

Volunteer drivers for the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service provide crucial support for patients undergoing treatment for serious health issues.
New York City
fromsilive
1 week ago

Proposed NYC Ferry between Staten Island, Brooklyn: Here's how often the boats would run

New connection proposed for Staten Island and Brooklyn ferry service, enhancing access and frequency.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Rocket Lab's first hurdle to flying its new rocket is getting it to the pad | TechCrunch

Rocket Lab is seeking permission to transport oversized Neutron rocket components through shallow waters to meet its launch deadline.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

12 additional NYC subway stations to get accessibility upgrades under MTA's capital plan

MTA announces 12 additional subway stations will receive ADA upgrades in the 2025-2029 capital plan.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Rockaway express bus service on 3 lines will continue, at least for now

The MTA will extend enhanced Rockaway express bus service on three lines as part of a pilot program on the Rockaway Peninsula following the return of the A train in the area.
New York City
#brightline
fromFingerlakes1.com
1 week ago

Amtrak service returns for 2025 New York State Fair | Fingerlakes1.com

Direct train service to the 2025 Great New York State Fair will be available from August 20 through Labor Day.
#electric-vehicles
#high-speed-rail
fromFast Company
1 week ago
California

Billions in funding for California's bullet train project have been canceled by the Trump administration

fromFortune
1 week ago
California

Trump administration revokes $4 billion in funding for California high-speed 'train to nowhere'

fromFast Company
1 week ago
California

Billions in funding for California's bullet train project have been canceled by the Trump administration

fromFortune
1 week ago
California

Trump administration revokes $4 billion in funding for California high-speed 'train to nowhere'

fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Good Morning, News: Portland's Transpo Woes Worsen, Pride Gets Loud & Proud, Polls Worsen for President "Epstein's Pal"

Portland faces transportation funding challenges due to failed state budget proposals.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Rail Advocates Say Brightline's Shocking Safety Numbers Are Part of a Bigger Problem - Streetsblog USA

Brightline trains have killed an astounding 182 people since beginning service in 2018, averaging one death every 13 days on the tracks.
Public health
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

Free PresidiGo Shuttle | Downtown to Presidio

PresidiGo Shuttle provides accessible transportation in the Presidio for visitors, residents, and employees with two services: Downtown and Around the Park.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Trains return to public ownership in south Essex

Rail services in south Essex and London are now publicly owned, aiming to improve efficiency and passenger experience.
fromCity & State NY
1 week ago

Andy Byford on Penn Station's 'transformation'

Andy Byford, the former president of the New York City Transit Authority, is now a special advisor to the Amtrak Board of Directors for the redevelopment of Penn Station.
New York City
fromKqed
1 week ago

LA Program Aims To Ween Unhoused People Off Of Meth | KQED

U.S. Transportation Department retracts $4 billion funding for California's rail project amid ongoing challenges and escalating costs.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

An electric scooter that accelerates faster than a Tesla Model 3? No thanks!

UK-based Bo claims its Turbo scooter can reach 100 mph and has a higher power-to-weight ratio than a Bugatti Veyron, designed by ex-Formula One engineers.
Cars
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

California sues Trump administration for pulling $4 billion for state's high-speed rail project

California High Speed Rail Authority is suing the Trump administration for terminating $4 billion in funding.
fromMail Online
1 week ago

World's fastest electric scooter dubbed 'The Turbo' can reach 100mph

The Turbo is the world's fastest e-scooter, capable of reaching speeds up to 100mph.
#safety
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Eyes on the Street: Meeker Avenue Bike Lane Is a Failure - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

A Few Lowlights from Secretary Duffy's First Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Hearing - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Eyes on the Street: Meeker Avenue Bike Lane Is a Failure - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

A Few Lowlights from Secretary Duffy's First Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Hearing - Streetsblog USA

fromFast Company
1 week ago

U.S. auto safety agency to cut more than 25% of employees

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is shrinking from 772 employees as of May 31 to 555 under the program, part of broader staff reductions across USDOT.
Cars
#santa-cruz
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Luas tram damaged in Dublin riots still not back in service

Transdev Dublin Light Rail Ltd reduced pre-tax losses from €9 million in 2022 to €3.53 million in 2023.
#bike-lanes
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Removal of Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Halted After Appeals Court Ruling

fromBrownstoner
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Removal of Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Halted After Appeals Court Ruling

fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Trump administration pulls $4 billion from California's high-speed rail

The Trump administration announced the withdrawal of about $4 billion in unspent federal funding for California's high-speed rail project following a federal report deeming it unviable.
US politics
Cars
fromSustainable Bus
1 week ago

EMT Valencia awards 84 buses to MAN, 57 being zero emission - Sustainable Bus

Valencia's EMT has ordered 57 electric buses from MAN, forming part of a larger 84 vehicle order to transform its fleet towards sustainability.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Thursday's Headlines: Jerry Nadler Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Nadler and Duffy clashed over contradicting subway crime statistics during a House Committee hearing.
#california
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Tram damaged in Dublin riots still not back in service

Pre-tax losses for Transdev Dublin Light Rail Ltd reduced by 61pc from €9m in 2022 to €3.53m in 2023, largely due to improved operational performance.
Miscellaneous
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Can Colleges Do A Better Job of Fighting Car Dependency? - Streetsblog USA

The real and perceived need for personal cars on college campuses introduces traffic congestion, crashes, parking demand, and fiscal burdens. Students tend to take travel habits into the world after graduation.
Alternative transportation
Miscellaneous
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

This classic English beach resort town is getting a new direct train service from London

A direct train service between Eastbourne and London Bridge will be reinstated, starting December 2025.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

UK lifts five-year ban on Pakistani airlines DW 07/16/2025

The five-year flight ban on Pakistani airlines was lifted by Britain after significant improvements in aviation safety standards were recognized.
Cars
Cars
fromSustainable Bus
2 weeks ago

Over 2,500 Mercedes eCitaro have been delivered so far - Sustainable Bus

Daimler Truck's eCitaro has achieved over 2,500 units manufactured since 2018, with substantial orders from various European nations.
#nyc-ferry
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Hundreds evacuated after Blue Line train gets stuck under Boston Harbor

Boston firefighters evacuated 500 people from a stuck train under the harbor.
#flooding
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Commentary: The French City of Lyon Shows How to Connect Oakland and Western Alameda - Streetsblog San Francisco

Lyon has a car-free tunnel for bicycles, pedestrians, and buses, unlike Alameda's existing car tunnels.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Silicon Valley bike superhighway gets state funding - San Jose Spotlight

A $14 million grant from California funds a bicycle superhighway linking Santa Clara and East San Jose.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

NYC saw its 2nd wettest hour in history as rain caused terrifying, freak flash flooding

New York City picked up a hair over 2 inches last night - 2.07 inches to be exact - making it the second wettest single hour ever recorded in the city.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Flash flooding across tri-state area prompts road closures, subway delays in NYC, state of emergency in NJ

Severe flash flooding in the tri-state area caused subway delays and road closures, leading New Jersey to declare a state of emergency.
fromsilive
2 weeks ago

Proposed NYC Ferry route changes would re-establish connection between Staten Island, Brooklyn

This proposal is the result of years of hard work - listening to riders, engaging community advocates, and doing the behind-the-scenes work to re-establish a long-overdue water link between Staten Island and Brooklyn.
New York City
fromBusline News
2 weeks ago

Victor Valley Transit Expands Fare-Free Program To Barstow Community College Students - Busline News

In our region, transportation is key for our students to achieve their educational goals. With our partner from VVTA, we will guarantee that transportation is not an obstacle. BCC is creating a route for success for all the students.
Education
Cars
fromwww.teslarati.com
2 weeks ago

Tesla updates Robotaxi app with several big changes, including wider service area

Tesla's Robotaxi app update has expanded its service area significantly and added new user features.
fromBrownstoner
2 weeks ago

Court Allows Removal of Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane

Mayor Eric Adams can remove part of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane following a judge's ruling despite local opposition.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
2 weeks ago

Gas prices have plunged by double digits in Florida. See cheapest in your area

Gas prices in Florida decreased by 14 cents a gallon as of July 14.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Bromley's most affordable street with nearby pubs where homes sell for 85k

Homesdale Road features a historical mix of properties and convenient travel links to Central London.
New York City
fromsilive
2 weeks ago

City begins work at this traffic-choked Staten Island intersection

New York City is redesigning Rockland Avenue to reduce congestion at key intersections through a comprehensive traffic management project.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Here's what to know about the 2 separate Red Line shutdowns this month

The MBTA has announced a partial shutdown of the Red Line from Thursday night through Sunday, affecting service between Kendall/MIT and JFK/UMass stations.
Public health
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 weeks ago

There Were So Many Cargo Bikes at Eurobike that it Spawned a New Show for 2026

Europe is leading the cargo bike movement with diverse designs and innovative solutions.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

July 11: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

"The quickened pace of Western railroads in their fight against bus and airplane competition... represent a one-third reduction in the time formerly spent by the average man in travel."
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Call to Action: Car Brains Try to Remove San Mateo Committee Member for Opposing Widenings - Streetsblog San Francisco

Criticism of freeway widening leads to attempts to remove Mike Swire from the San Mateo County Transportation Authority Community Advisory Committee.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Bringing Access and Opportunity to Santa Clara County through BART Silicon Valley

The BART Silicon Valley Phase II Extension Project enhances transit connections, supporting economic growth and community inclusiveness in the Bay Area.
fromwww.space.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Names Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy as Interim NASA Chief

The announcement named Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy as NASA's interim administrator, crediting him for doing a 'TREMENDOUS job' in his current role.
US politics
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