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Heathrow: Hour-long delays for drivers on M25 near airport after crash

Severe traffic congestion due to a multi-vehicle collision on the M25, with three lanes closed and five miles of backup reported.

Delays and disruptions on busy Wembley road after rider comes off moped

A moped incident in Wembley caused significant traffic delays, but injuries are not life-threatening.

Heathrow: Hour-long delays for drivers on M25 near airport after crash

Severe traffic congestion due to a multi-vehicle collision on the M25, with three lanes closed and five miles of backup reported.

Delays and disruptions on busy Wembley road after rider comes off moped

A moped incident in Wembley caused significant traffic delays, but injuries are not life-threatening.
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Havoc Ensues With NYC Gridlock Delays Beginning This Week With The UN General Assembly

Traffic delays in NYC are unavoidable, especially during the United Nations General Assembly, prompting alternative transport recommendations.

Carmageddon: Shift to Remote Work Led to Increase in Driving and Congestion... - Streetsblog USA

Remote work culture has not reduced driving or congestion; vehicle miles traveled have actually increased significantly since 2019.
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London Has The Most Congested Roads In Europe - And The Third Worst In The World

London has the most congested roads in Europe, with motorists losing an average of 99 hours to traffic annually.

London travel news LIVE: Rotherhithe Tunnel closed due to 'technical problems' causing Blackwall Tunnel delays

Rotherhithe Tunnel closure is causing significant traffic disruptions in both directions with no reopening estimate.

London travel news LIVE: Rotherhithe Tunnel closed due to 'technical problems' causing Blackwall Tunnel delays

The Rotherhithe Tunnel's sudden closure is causing extensive traffic delays across multiple routes.

All traffic M25 STOPPED with severe delays due to multi-vehicle crash

A multi-vehicle crash has caused severe traffic delays on the M25 near Heathrow Airport, advising motorists to seek alternate routes.

London Has The Most Congested Roads In Europe - And The Third Worst In The World

London has the most congested roads in Europe, with motorists losing an average of 99 hours to traffic annually.

London travel news LIVE: Rotherhithe Tunnel closed due to 'technical problems' causing Blackwall Tunnel delays

Rotherhithe Tunnel closure is causing significant traffic disruptions in both directions with no reopening estimate.

London travel news LIVE: Rotherhithe Tunnel closed due to 'technical problems' causing Blackwall Tunnel delays

The Rotherhithe Tunnel's sudden closure is causing extensive traffic delays across multiple routes.

All traffic M25 STOPPED with severe delays due to multi-vehicle crash

A multi-vehicle crash has caused severe traffic delays on the M25 near Heathrow Airport, advising motorists to seek alternate routes.
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NASA Aims to Restore Space Station Traffic After SpaceX and Boeing Problems

The International Space Station is experiencing congestion due to multiple spacecraft missions, providing more options but also leading to complex operations.

They Drive for a Living and Say New York Traffic Is the Worst Ever'

The increasing number of ride-share vehicles like Ubers and Lyfts is a significant contributor to the congestion on New York City streets.

Traffic chaos as A2 blocked in both directions due to concerns for welfare of person

A2 Gravesend traffic blocked in both directions due to a police incident.
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London campaigners hail tripled parking charges for SUV drivers in Paris

Paris has voted to triple parking charges for SUVs in an effort to discourage drivers from bringing the large vehicles into the city center.
55% of people voting in a referendum backed increasing charges for SUVs to improve the environment and discourage suburban motorists from driving into the city center.

City Plan for Maritime Freight is Too Slow: Experts - Streetsblog New York City

The initiative to upgrade docks in NYC for maritime deliveries aims to alleviate pollution and congestion but is seen as insufficient.

London campaigners hail tripled parking charges for SUV drivers in Paris

Paris has voted to triple parking charges for SUVs in an effort to discourage drivers from bringing the large vehicles into the city center.
55% of people voting in a referendum backed increasing charges for SUVs to improve the environment and discourage suburban motorists from driving into the city center.

City Plan for Maritime Freight is Too Slow: Experts - Streetsblog New York City

The initiative to upgrade docks in NYC for maritime deliveries aims to alleviate pollution and congestion but is seen as insufficient.
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If You're Feeling Congested, These Foods And Drinks Could Be To Blame

Consuming anti-inflammatory ingredients can help reduce congestion.

Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Bike Lane Will Need Support - Streetsblog San Francisco

Congestion remained unchanged after the installation of a bike lane on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.

Mallon: Silicon Valley - a transit market ready for growth - San Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley's economic growth requires investment in public transit to avoid future congestion.

Motorists stuck in pretty horrendous' 20-mile Good Friday motorway queues

Holiday traffic caused 20-mile queues on major motorways on Good Friday, adding 45 minutes to journey times.
Around 2.6 million car journeys were expected during the holiday, leading to significant congestion in Southern regions.

London transport: First look inside 2.2bn Silvertown Tunnel

Tolls to reduce pollution
Silvertown Tunnel for improved air quality

Highway Expansion Project Not Approved by California Transportation Commission - Streetsblog California

A highway widening project failed to receive approval from the California Transportation Commission, which is a warning to highway builders to comply with environmental and climate policies.
Commissioner Joseph Lyou raised questions about the project's impact on congestion and increased vehicle miles traveled.

San Francisco & Caltrans Plan to Widen 280/King Street Off-Ramp - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFCTA held a virtual town hall regarding the 101/280 Express Lanes and Bus Project.
SFCTA seems intent on widening the highway to encourage more driving to San Francisco instead of using Caltrain.
Widening highways does not improve congestion and increases vehicle travel.

New London to Manchester rail route proposed amid HS2 delays

London Northwestern Railway proposes extending services from London to Manchester via the West Midlands to tackle congestion on the West Coast Main Line.

New York metro area ranks first in country for congestion, report says

New York metropolitan area ranked most congested in the U.S. in 2023, with drivers losing 101 hours from traffic jams.
Congestion worsened in New York City post-pandemic due to ridesharing, online deliveries, and return to in-person work.
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