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fromFuturism
1 day ago

Norway Approves Autonomous Buses for Public Roads

Norway approved fully autonomous buses for operation without human drivers, marking a significant advancement in autonomous vehicle technology in Europe.
Mission District
fromMission Local
15 hours ago

Bayview Buzz: Much-loved neighborhood shuttle with live another day

The Bayview Community Shuttle will continue operating for two more years due to secured funding, benefiting residents with improved transit access.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on toilets: public spaces need public conveniences | Editorial

Public toilet availability in England has decreased by 14% over the last decade, impacting social equality and hygiene.
#london-underground
London
fromianVisits
1 day ago

London's weekly railway news

London Underground drivers are striking against imposed changes to their work conditions, impacting the economy and public transport services.
London
fromianVisits
1 day ago

London's weekly railway news

London Underground drivers are striking against imposed changes to their work conditions, impacting the economy and public transport services.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Second Tube strike to impact London from midday

London Underground drivers' strike disrupts travel due to disputes over working hours and safety concerns.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Construction starts to redesign Madison Avenue bus lanes | amNewYork

Construction is underway to extend double bus lanes on Madison Avenue, improving bus speed and reliability for 92,000 daily riders.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Conservatives pledge to scrap 24-hour bus lanes

Conservatives plan to end 24-hour bus lanes in council-controlled areas, emphasizing a need for genuine requirements.
Media industry
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
19 hours ago

Train Tubers: a Talk with the YouTube's Transit Warriors - Streetsblog San Francisco

California's high-speed rail project faces delays, and urbanist creators emphasize the need for broader audience engagement in transit advocacy.
Toronto startup
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 hours ago

Can electric air taxis carry passengers? Vertical Aerospace's VX4 just cleared a key test

Vertical Aerospace successfully tested its VX4 eVTOL aircraft, demonstrating a crucial transition from helicopter to airplane flight, moving closer to certification.
#world-cup
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Work from home to avoid World Cup commuter chaos in NYC, transit officials warn

Transit officials urge avoiding commuting into the city during the World Cup due to expected congestion and strain on public transit.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Monday's Headlines: World Cup Fuss Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New Jersey Transit charges $150 for train tickets to World Cup games, prompting criticism and highlighting local resource strain from FIFA's demands.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Work from home to avoid World Cup commuter chaos in NYC, transit officials warn

Transit officials urge avoiding commuting into the city during the World Cup due to expected congestion and strain on public transit.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Monday's Headlines: World Cup Fuss Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New Jersey Transit charges $150 for train tickets to World Cup games, prompting criticism and highlighting local resource strain from FIFA's demands.
Cars
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'We saved 4,000' - how much could you keep in your pocket if you ditched the car for a year?

Rising fuel prices are impacting household budgets, prompting families to reconsider their transportation choices.
#public-transit
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
NYC politics

Fair Fares or free buses? Does Mamdani have to choose between existing program and signature proposal? | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's free bus proposal is unlikely this year, but advocates urge immediate expansion of the Fair Fares program.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Public health

Whether you use it or not, better public transit makes your commute better

Investing in public transit can reduce car trips by 5–10%, sharply lowering congestion, commute times, stress, health issues, and overall commuter costs.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Keep New York Moving: Antonio Reynoso's Six-Point Plan for Transit That Matches Our Reality - Streetsblog New York City

Public transit funding must be prioritized to address New York City's transportation and equity issues.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Fair Fares or free buses? Does Mamdani have to choose between existing program and signature proposal? | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's free bus proposal is unlikely this year, but advocates urge immediate expansion of the Fair Fares program.
Boston
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Boston Council Proposes Eliminating Residential Parking Minimums Citywide

Ending residential parking minimums in Boston could increase housing viability and reshape urban development.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Attackers could disable all of a city's public EV chargers

Rented IoT infrastructure prioritizes user convenience over security, exposing them to denial of service attacks and vulnerabilities.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani says World Cup fares will leave tournament out of reach for many | amNewYork

Mamdani stated, 'This World Cup is pricing out so many working-class supporters of the game. Soccer, as a game, is born out of the working class.'
New York Mets
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
3 days ago

Bay Area Transit Tuesday Mash Up: Caltrain to the Game, BART Wrap Test, and... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Caltrain and BART are enhancing transit experiences with themed trains and creative designs to attract fans and generate revenue.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

Will Berlin get rid of its public transport ticket machines?

Berlin's transport ticket machines have stopped accepting cash, prompting officials to consider abolishing them due to high operational costs.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Leaving the Station: TriMet Retires Its Oldest MAX Trains - Portland Mercury

TriMet's oldest MAX Type 1 trains are being retired after nearly 40 years of service due to maintenance and accessibility issues.
Bicycling
fromMail Online
11 years ago

Bizarre one-wheel invention claims to make city cycling more practical

Halfbike combines running and cycling, offering a unique urban transport solution with a standing riding position for better balance and perspective.
Berlin
fromSustainable Bus
5 days ago

Bus2Bus 2026 recorded +13% visitors and +11% exhibitors and will expand to 3 days in 2028 - Sustainable Bus

Bus2Bus 2026 saw 3,200 trade visitors, a 13% increase, with 156 exhibitors and plans to expand to three days in 2028.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

TfL joins drive to reduce staff sickness rates

Sick days are costing the whole of the UK a lot of money, and that's one of the reasons we're involved in the prevention sprint, to look at ways to try and stop people from becoming ill in the first place.
Public health
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Hexagon Agility to supply CNG systems for 350 Scania and MAN intercity buses in France - Sustainable Bus

The larger share of the order consists of 200 Scania intercity buses equipped with CNG fuel systems designed for extended range, allocated to services within the Paris region.
Alternative transportation
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Proposed IBX Will Dramatically Reduce Emissions, MTA Says

The MTA is engaging the public for the IBX light rail project, aiming to reduce vehicle miles and greenhouse gas emissions in Brooklyn and Queens.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
19 hours ago

San Mateo overhauls dangerous intersection to better protect pedestrians, cyclists

Safety improvements at a dangerous San Mateo intersection include protected bike lanes, new signals, and enhanced pedestrian crossings.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

That Widely Misrepresented E-Mobility Study Actually Reveals Need For Safer Streets, Not Hysteria - Streetsblog New York City

Safer street design is essential to reduce injuries from biking and electric micromobility, not restrictive laws.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: Having a Cow Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul proposed a deal to drop changes to joint and several liability in exchange for support on her car insurance premium cut proposal.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

London faces more disruption as second 24-hour tube strike begins

London commuters face two days of disruption due to a second tube strike over a proposed four-day work week.
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Podium-Tower Urbanism in Southeast Asia: Density, Management, and the Disappearing Street

The podium-tower is a hybrid structure consisting of a high-coverage, low-rise podium supporting one or more slender vertical towers, maximizing urban density while maintaining a 'human-scaled' street wall.
Design
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Proposed SFMTA Budget Includes Slightly Raised Muni Fares and Parking Fines

SFMTA's budget proposal includes fare increases and funding strategies to address projected deficits and stabilize finances.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Tram operator sued over e-scooter rider death

Family of Reuben Abakah sues Tram Operations Limited for negligence after his death from a tram collision, seeking over £200,000 in damages.
#train-travel
Europe news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

'Stone age' ticket system preventing travellers in Europe from taking trains

Booking train tickets for popular European flight routes is difficult due to a fragmented ticketing system among rail operators.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Almost half of EU's busiest flight routes are hard or impossible' to book on trains report

Europe's train ticket booking system hinders efforts to reduce reliance on polluting flights, making sustainable travel difficult for many routes.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

'Stone age' ticket system preventing travellers in Europe from taking trains

Booking train tickets for popular European flight routes is difficult due to a fragmented ticketing system among rail operators.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Almost half of EU's busiest flight routes are hard or impossible' to book on trains report

Europe's train ticket booking system hinders efforts to reduce reliance on polluting flights, making sustainable travel difficult for many routes.
#mbta
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

A significant Green Line shutdown starts Wednesday

MBTA suspends Green Line B branch service between Kenmore and Boston College, replacing it with shuttle buses from April 22 to April 30.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

MBTA announces service changes, suspensions for various lines throughout May

May brings multiple service suspensions on the Red Line, Green Line, Blue Line, Mattapan Line, and some Commuter Rail lines.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

A significant Green Line shutdown starts Wednesday

MBTA suspends Green Line B branch service between Kenmore and Boston College, replacing it with shuttle buses from April 22 to April 30.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

MBTA announces service changes, suspensions for various lines throughout May

May brings multiple service suspensions on the Red Line, Green Line, Blue Line, Mattapan Line, and some Commuter Rail lines.
UK politics
fromIndependent
6 days ago

'These things confuse me' - Internal emails reveal outgoing MetroLink chief's frustrations with red tape

Seán Sweeney resigned as MetroLink programme director due to personal reasons and frustration with project bureaucracy.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Indian Blackbuck EV expands beyond e-coaches with 9-meter electric city bus VIRO 2X: - Sustainable Bus

Blackbuck EV has launched the VIRO 2X, a 9-meter battery-electric bus for urban mobility and premium transport services.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
#transit-funding
Mission District
fromsf.streetsblog.org
2 days ago

Advocates Celebrate Milestone in Signature Gathering for Transit Funding Measures - Streetsblog San Francisco

Transit advocates have gathered over 46,300 signatures for funding measures, but still need more to qualify for the November ballot.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Woman in court after car hits pedestrians in Soho

A 29-year-old woman faces attempted murder charges after a car hit pedestrians in London, leaving one woman in life-threatening condition.
#electric-buses
fromSustainable Bus
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

New contracts see Solaris supply 103 Low Entry 15-meter e-buses to Nobina in Sweden - Sustainable Bus

fromSustainable Bus
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

22 Yutong U11DD buses enter Stagecoach South fleet for Surrey operations - Sustainable Bus

fromSustainable Bus
5 days ago
Alternative transportation

From Mauritius to Mumbai-Pune: Switch Mobility delivers 100 urban buses and 25 intercity coaches - Sustainable Bus

fromSustainable Bus
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Aurora grid connections enable Stagecoach depot electrification for over 1,300 electric buses across the UK - Sustainable Bus

fromSustainable Bus
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

New contracts see Solaris supply 103 Low Entry 15-meter e-buses to Nobina in Sweden - Sustainable Bus

fromSustainable Bus
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

22 Yutong U11DD buses enter Stagecoach South fleet for Surrey operations - Sustainable Bus

fromSustainable Bus
5 days ago
Alternative transportation

From Mauritius to Mumbai-Pune: Switch Mobility delivers 100 urban buses and 25 intercity coaches - Sustainable Bus

fromSustainable Bus
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Aurora grid connections enable Stagecoach depot electrification for over 1,300 electric buses across the UK - Sustainable Bus

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Editorial | Choosing a Fare' deal over fantasy should be a transit no-brainer for the mayor | amNewYork

Fair Fares program offers significant transit discounts but has low enrollment; expansion could provide relief to more low-income New Yorkers.
London food
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including track improvements, timetable adjustments, and new services.
Austin
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Seven shades of green: the DLR's quietly complicated network

The DLR first opened in 1987, it had two lines: Red - Stratford to Island Gardens and Green - Tower Gateway to Island Gardens. Within just a few years, as the DLR extended out to Beckton and later Lewisham, they turned the whole map green.
London
Mission District
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

Eyes on the Street: Alameda Improves Access to Cross-Alameda Trail - Streetsblog San Francisco

New ramps in Alameda will enhance access for cyclists and pedestrians between Jean Sweeney Open Space Park and the Wood Street neighborhood.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

FIAA 2026: BYD, Irizar, Iveco, Otokar, Solaris, Temsa and Yutong among over 100 confirmed exhibitors - Sustainable Bus

FIAA 2026 in Madrid will showcase over 100 exhibitors focusing on electrification, technology advancements, and energy efficiency in the bus industry.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
3 days ago

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
#mta
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

MTA Workers Park All Over Sidewalks Outside Astoria Facility - Streetsblog New York City

MTA workers are illegally parking on sidewalks, using vests to avoid tickets, while the NYPD fails to enforce parking laws against them.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

MTA Workers Park All Over Sidewalks Outside Astoria Facility - Streetsblog New York City

MTA workers are illegally parking on sidewalks, using vests to avoid tickets, while the NYPD fails to enforce parking laws against them.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
#congestion-pricing
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

Earth Day gift: Congestion pricing tolls to help fund truck fleet makeover in NYC

Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Earth Day gift: Congestion pricing tolls to help fund truck fleet makeover in NYC

Congestion pricing tolls will fund the replacement of older diesel trucks with cleaner vehicles in NYC, improving air quality and reducing emissions.
fromStreetsblog USA
1 month ago

Friday Video: Buenos Aires Will Challenge Everything You Think You Know About Buses - Streetsblog USA

The buses in La París de Sudamérica evolved out of a system of taxis, and each route is run by a separate company to this day.
Barcelona
New York City
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

We made flying nearly collision-proof decades ago. Why are intersections still so dangerous?

The real problem is infrastructure, not vehicle safety. Roadways are open systems with infinite variables—weather, pedestrians, distracted drivers, and aging infrastructure. Communication between vehicles is minimal, and infrastructure is largely silent—and in that gap lies the potential for deadly collisions.
Alternative transportation
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

'Best Bikeshare in America': An Unexpected Community Launches Free, All-Electric Micromobility For Residents - Streetsblog USA

Heartland Bikeshare in Omaha offers free unlimited 60-minute rides for residents, promoting biking and challenging other communities to enhance their micromobility initiatives.
#public-transportation
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

The first of 121 new CAF Urbos trams arrives in Rome for ATAC

Rome receives its first next-generation tram after 21 years, with 121 Urbos models on order to modernize the city's public transport system with €450 million investment.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

The first of 121 new CAF Urbos trams arrives in Rome for ATAC

Rome receives its first next-generation tram after 21 years, with 121 Urbos models on order to modernize the city's public transport system with €450 million investment.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
2 weeks ago

MTA Insiders Give Talk on the IBX at the Transit Museum

The proposed 14-mile light rail route will connect Brooklyn and Queens, featuring 19 stations and integrating with existing transit options.
fromSustainable Bus
5 days ago

Market, policy and operations in focus for zero-emission intercity buses, at Sustainable Bus Tour session in Bus2Bus - Sustainable Bus

Intercity bus transport in Europe is characterized by a fragmented operator landscape, including a high number of small and medium-sized companies, alongside less standardized operational patterns and frequent dual-use vehicle profiles.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
5 days ago

Austrian carrier Blaguss introduces 12 Yutong electric coaches alongside fleet-wide solar rollout - Sustainable Bus

The introduction of 12 Yutong T12E coaches marks a significant step in Blaguss's electrification efforts, contributing to the company's broader sustainability goals and energy efficiency initiatives.
Alternative transportation
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces challenges including strikes, parking chaos, and accessibility issues while new projects and community initiatives are underway.
fromSustainable Bus
2 months ago

Evolution: the practical path to autonomous buses - Sustainable Bus

It's tempting to frame autonomous driving as a single leap. In public transport, adoption tends to be incremental - because the system is built for reliability, and new capabilities have to fit into daily operations without disrupting service. That is why a practical strategy is evolution, not revolution: introduce autonomy in a defined domain, learn safely in real operations, and expand capability step-by-step.
Artificial intelligence
Social justice
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Good urbanism isn't any good if you're not allowed to walk or bike

Cultural fear and aggressive policing curtail children's independent mobility despite urban design intended for all ages.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces multiple challenges including aging infrastructure heat problems, strikes over working conditions, safety incidents, operational disruptions, and service expansion plans across Underground, Elizabeth Line, and mainline networks.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Calls to withdraw fresh floating bus stop guidance

The design, which has a cycle lane between the stop and the kerb, is intended to allow bus passengers to get on and off safely while cyclists continue moving. Sarah Gayton, street access campaign co-ordinator at the National Federation of the Blind of the UK, said: "It does not address the concerns that blind and visually impaired people have and it's totally insulting to think that we'll accept this."
UK politics
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Mayor spends 20m to encourage more bus trips

London's mayor allocates £20 million to boost bus ridership through fare innovation, including reduced and free fares, addressing declining passenger numbers and sluggish bus speeds.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Mobility Justice: Urban Equity in an Era of Innovation

Every city contains two transportation systems. One is the visible network of roads, rail lines, sidewalks, and bus routes mapped in planning documents. The other is the invisible geography of privilege and exclusion embedded within it: the neighborhoods that received highways instead of parks, the communities whose bus routes were cut, the sidewalks that abruptly end at the edge of a district.
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