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fromSFGATE
3 hours ago
San Francisco

Lightsabers and stormtroopers take over BART for Star Wars Day

BART hosted a themed ride celebrating Star Wars to engage the community and promote safe public transportation.
fromSustainable Bus
8 hours ago
Alternative transportation

MCV orders hydrogen tanks to Hexagon for its upcoming European fuel cell bus model - Sustainable Bus

MCV has placed a significant order with Hexagon Purus for hydrogen tanks, signaling growth in hydrogen fuel-cell electric buses.
#sustainability
fromBusline News
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

BATA Showcases The Power Of Green Public Transportation - Busline News

BATA emphasizes sustainability through electric vehicles and solar energy installations to reduce environmental impact.
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 week ago
NYC music

54 NYC Streets Will Go Car-Free For Earth Day This Weekend: See Where

New York City's Car-Free Earth Day aims to promote environmental awareness and reduce carbon emissions by closing streets to vehicles.
fromThesanjoseblog
1 week ago
Mission District

San Jose's Urban Village Vision: 474 New Affordable Homes on South Bascom Avenue

San Jose's Urban Village plan aims to transform areas like South Bascom into walkable hubs with affordable housing and sustainable living.
fromSustainable Bus
15 hours ago
NYC startup

Electreon to expand bus depot project in Tel Aviv with Electra Afikim - Sustainable Bus

Electreon partners with Electra Afikim to implement advanced wireless charging for electric buses in Israel, enhancing public transport infrastructure and efficiency.
fromBusline News
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

BATA Showcases The Power Of Green Public Transportation - Busline News

BATA emphasizes sustainability through electric vehicles and solar energy installations to reduce environmental impact.
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 week ago
NYC music

54 NYC Streets Will Go Car-Free For Earth Day This Weekend: See Where

New York City's Car-Free Earth Day aims to promote environmental awareness and reduce carbon emissions by closing streets to vehicles.
fromThesanjoseblog
1 week ago
Mission District

San Jose's Urban Village Vision: 474 New Affordable Homes on South Bascom Avenue

San Jose's Urban Village plan aims to transform areas like South Bascom into walkable hubs with affordable housing and sustainable living.
fromSustainable Bus
15 hours ago
NYC startup

Electreon to expand bus depot project in Tel Aviv with Electra Afikim - Sustainable Bus

Electreon partners with Electra Afikim to implement advanced wireless charging for electric buses in Israel, enhancing public transport infrastructure and efficiency.
more#sustainability
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
NYC politics

Congestion pricing rakes in $159 million for MTA in first quarter of 2025

Congestion pricing in NYC has raised $159 million in just three months of 2025, supporting vital public transport improvements.
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago
NYC politics

Wednesday's Headlines: Duffy on Day 100 Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Duffy's anti-congestion pricing stance faced strong rebuttal from Menefee, highlighting public transit's significance in New York City.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

No more subway spaghetti'! New Yorkers adjust to first new transit map in 50 years

The MTA has released a redesigned subway map to enhance readability and usability for riders.
fromStreetsblog
18 hours ago
NYC politics

Decision 2025: Mayoral Question 2 Seeks Answers on Slow Buses - Streetsblog New York City

Improving New York City's bus system requires a comprehensive redesign and a commitment to transit-oriented leadership.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

NYC's economy rebounded from COVID-19. The subways? Not so much.

New York City's subway ridership has not fully recovered post-pandemic despite overall population growth and increased activity in other sectors.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

MTA to upgrade Lower East Side's Delancey StEssex St Station with accessible updates, housing project | amNewYork

Accessibility upgrades at Delancey-Essex Station are set to enhance public transportation and housing options, promoting inclusivity in New York City.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Congestion pricing rakes in $159 million for MTA in first quarter of 2025

Congestion pricing in NYC has raised $159 million in just three months of 2025, supporting vital public transport improvements.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago

Wednesday's Headlines: Duffy on Day 100 Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Duffy's anti-congestion pricing stance faced strong rebuttal from Menefee, highlighting public transit's significance in New York City.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
18 hours ago

Decision 2025: Mayoral Question 2 Seeks Answers on Slow Buses - Streetsblog New York City

Improving New York City's bus system requires a comprehensive redesign and a commitment to transit-oriented leadership.
fromGothamist
1 month ago
NYC politics

NYC's economy rebounded from COVID-19. The subways? Not so much.

New York City's subway ridership has not fully recovered post-pandemic despite overall population growth and increased activity in other sectors.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

MTA to upgrade Lower East Side's Delancey StEssex St Station with accessible updates, housing project | amNewYork

Accessibility upgrades at Delancey-Essex Station are set to enhance public transportation and housing options, promoting inclusivity in New York City.
more#new-york-city
#san-francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

SFMTA's fare evasion crackdown: Is it paying off amid financial crisis? Here's a look at numbers

SFMTA's increased inspections are effectively reducing fare evasion rates, which peaked at nearly 30% last year, crucial for the agency's financial health.
fromMission Local
19 hours ago
Mission District

Day 55 of the 16th St. crackdown: driving the 49 bus

Muni drivers on route 49 observe ongoing issues of illegal street vending and drug use in San Francisco, regardless of police efforts.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
San Francisco

SFMTA to vote soon on cutting 3 Muni routes

SFMTA plans to cut Muni routes by 4% due to a $50 million budget deficit.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

SFMTA's fare evasion crackdown: Is it paying off amid financial crisis? Here's a look at numbers

SFMTA's increased inspections are effectively reducing fare evasion rates, which peaked at nearly 30% last year, crucial for the agency's financial health.
fromMission Local
19 hours ago
Mission District

Day 55 of the 16th St. crackdown: driving the 49 bus

Muni drivers on route 49 observe ongoing issues of illegal street vending and drug use in San Francisco, regardless of police efforts.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
San Francisco

SFMTA to vote soon on cutting 3 Muni routes

SFMTA plans to cut Muni routes by 4% due to a $50 million budget deficit.
more#san-francisco
#travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
London

This City Was Just Named the Most Walkable in the World

Munich is recognized as the most walkable city in the world, owing to its extensive pedestrian and bike infrastructure.
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

I'm an American who visited Poland for the first time. I was surprised by how affordable, beautiful, and walkable it was.

Poland offers excellent public transportation, delicious food, beautiful architecture, and communal spaces that exceed expectations for first-time visitors.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
London

This City Was Just Named the Most Walkable in the World

Munich is recognized as the most walkable city in the world, owing to its extensive pedestrian and bike infrastructure.
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

I'm an American who visited Poland for the first time. I was surprised by how affordable, beautiful, and walkable it was.

Poland offers excellent public transportation, delicious food, beautiful architecture, and communal spaces that exceed expectations for first-time visitors.
more#travel
fromPress of Atlantic City
4 days ago
NYC parents

NJ Transit warns commuters to plan to work from home as strike looms

NJ Transit urges workers to consider remote work as a rail strike approaches.
fromBusline News
4 days ago
Alternative transportation

VVTA Honors 2 Bus Operators For Acts Of Compassion And Heroism - Busline News

Two VVTA bus operators were honored for their heroic actions in protecting vulnerable community members on duty.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

AI-powered cameras gave out nearly 10,000 tickets along L.A. bus routes. Are you next?

AI cameras on LA Metro buses issued nearly 10,000 citations for parking violations to improve bus schedule adherence.
#mta
NYC politics
fromAol
2 weeks ago

Toll on Manhattan drivers remains in effect, despite Trump's Easter Sunday deadline

New York's congestion toll remains in effect despite federal attempts to halt it, aimed at reducing traffic and funding public transportation.
Mobile UX
fromFlowingData
3 weeks ago

NYC subway map updated with a diagrammatic style

The MTA's new subway map prioritizes readability over geographic accuracy, enhancing user accessibility.
This is the first major map update in 50 years, focusing on digital and ADA-friendly design.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Hochul pens letter Trump asking for more federal funding for the MTA amid ongoing congestion pricing lawsuit

Gov. Hochul seeks increased federal funding for the MTA to support its $68.4 billion capital plan amid ongoing conflict over congestion pricing.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

NYC express buses fall short of providing reliable service for riders with disabilities

MTA express buses are not adequately accessible for riders with disabilities, despite being essential for underserved neighborhoods.
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Queens commuters brace for June 29 launch of massive boroughwide bus network redesign

Queens is set to benefit from a comprehensive bus network redesign, improving speed and reliability for public transportation.
NYC politics
fromAol
2 weeks ago

Toll on Manhattan drivers remains in effect, despite Trump's Easter Sunday deadline

New York's congestion toll remains in effect despite federal attempts to halt it, aimed at reducing traffic and funding public transportation.
Mobile UX
fromFlowingData
3 weeks ago

NYC subway map updated with a diagrammatic style

The MTA's new subway map prioritizes readability over geographic accuracy, enhancing user accessibility.
This is the first major map update in 50 years, focusing on digital and ADA-friendly design.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Hochul pens letter Trump asking for more federal funding for the MTA amid ongoing congestion pricing lawsuit

Gov. Hochul seeks increased federal funding for the MTA to support its $68.4 billion capital plan amid ongoing conflict over congestion pricing.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

NYC express buses fall short of providing reliable service for riders with disabilities

MTA express buses are not adequately accessible for riders with disabilities, despite being essential for underserved neighborhoods.
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Queens commuters brace for June 29 launch of massive boroughwide bus network redesign

Queens is set to benefit from a comprehensive bus network redesign, improving speed and reliability for public transportation.
more#mta
fromDesign Milk
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Zaha Hadid Architects Reimagine Urban Mobility With KAFD Metro

Riyadh's King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station merges innovative design with advanced transit solutions to revolutionize public transportation in the city.
Barcelona
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Blackout in downtown Barcelona: This is the end of the world already, isn't it?'

The blackout in Spain severely disrupted transportation and communication across multiple regions, especially in Catalonia.
#mbta
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Rare good news for the T: Ridership is actually up

MBTA's fare revenue increased by $18 million this year due to growing ridership and improved service.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston food

MBTA plans to install cameras on buses to ticket cars in bus lanes

MBTA to introduce automated cameras on buses to enforce bus lane compliance, focusing on law adherence over revenue generation.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

South Coast Rail schedule has some readers 'deeply disappointed'

The MBTA's new South Coast Rail service is a historic advancement for South Shore commuters, but it has faced criticism from some regarding new schedules.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Month-long Red Line disruption starts Tuesday

Red Line service will be disrupted for maintenance from April 1-30, requiring riders to use shuttle buses and plan for longer commutes.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston food

Cancellations, delays, shuttle buses: South Coast Rail had an unreliable first month

MBTA extends free weekend service through May amid ongoing performance issues with the South Coast Rail line.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Rare good news for the T: Ridership is actually up

MBTA's fare revenue increased by $18 million this year due to growing ridership and improved service.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston food

MBTA plans to install cameras on buses to ticket cars in bus lanes

MBTA to introduce automated cameras on buses to enforce bus lane compliance, focusing on law adherence over revenue generation.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

South Coast Rail schedule has some readers 'deeply disappointed'

The MBTA's new South Coast Rail service is a historic advancement for South Shore commuters, but it has faced criticism from some regarding new schedules.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Month-long Red Line disruption starts Tuesday

Red Line service will be disrupted for maintenance from April 1-30, requiring riders to use shuttle buses and plan for longer commutes.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston food

Cancellations, delays, shuttle buses: South Coast Rail had an unreliable first month

MBTA extends free weekend service through May amid ongoing performance issues with the South Coast Rail line.
more#mbta
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

SFMTA Lays Off 12 Senior Managers, And It Sounds Like There May Be More Job Cuts to Come

SFMTA laid off 12 senior managers as part of a reorganization due to a significant budget deficit.
#southern-trains
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 week ago
London music

The Southern trains services affected this weekend

Southern trains will be cancelled or altered this weekend due to engineering work, impacting travel routes significantly.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London music

The Southern trains cancelled or replaced by buses this Easter weekend

Southern train services will be significantly altered due to engineering work over Easter weekend.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago
London music

All the Southern trains cancelled or replaced by buses this weekend

Southern train services will be significantly disrupted this weekend due to engineering work.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 week ago
London music

The Southern trains services affected this weekend

Southern trains will be cancelled or altered this weekend due to engineering work, impacting travel routes significantly.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London music

The Southern trains cancelled or replaced by buses this Easter weekend

Southern train services will be significantly altered due to engineering work over Easter weekend.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago
London music

All the Southern trains cancelled or replaced by buses this weekend

Southern train services will be significantly disrupted this weekend due to engineering work.
more#southern-trains
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

London Marathon 2025 road closures: all the essential information you need to plan ahead this weekend

The London Marathon 2025 will cause extensive road closures in central London regions including Greenwich, Southwark, and Westminster.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
San Francisco Giants

Expect Traffic and Crowded Trains as Giants Night Game Coincides With Kylie Minogue at Chase Center

Kylie Minogue's concert and a Giants game tonight may cause significant traffic in San Francisco.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Toronto startup

Friday Video: Ken Jennings Has a Web Series About Transit! - Streetsblog USA

Ken Jennings is promoting public transit through a new web series that explores its impact on society.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Bicycling

Boris Johnson's cycling vision stutters as number of bike journeys fails to rise

The average number of bike journeys per person in England is stagnant despite significant funding and promises by Boris Johnson.
East Bay (California)
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

The Armchair Urbanist Goes After BART to San Jose Extension - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Jose's BART extension project is criticized for being unnecessarily deep and costly, prioritizing businesses over effective transit solutions.
#vta
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Return of VTA light rail service delayed as inspections continue

VTA delays light rail reopening due to inspections and repairs, with bus service now fully restored.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago
SF LGBT

VTA board chair absent in first week of strike - San Jose Spotlight

The VTA board chair's absence during a critical union strike has left riders feeling neglected.
fromSan Jose Inside
2 weeks ago
Austin

Transit Workers Staying on the Job without a Contract, after Appellate Court Denies Appeal

The Appellate Court supported VTA's decision to end the ATU strike, prioritizing public transit services in Santa Clara County.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF parents

VTA bus service resumes after transit lost $76K daily during 3-week strike, light rail delayed

VTA bus service resumed after court ruling ended the strike, but light rail service remains delayed due to maintenance issues.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Return of VTA light rail service delayed as inspections continue

VTA delays light rail reopening due to inspections and repairs, with bus service now fully restored.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago
SF LGBT

VTA board chair absent in first week of strike - San Jose Spotlight

The VTA board chair's absence during a critical union strike has left riders feeling neglected.
fromSan Jose Inside
2 weeks ago
Austin

Transit Workers Staying on the Job without a Contract, after Appellate Court Denies Appeal

The Appellate Court supported VTA's decision to end the ATU strike, prioritizing public transit services in Santa Clara County.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF parents

VTA bus service resumes after transit lost $76K daily during 3-week strike, light rail delayed

VTA bus service resumed after court ruling ended the strike, but light rail service remains delayed due to maintenance issues.
more#vta
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

How congestion pricing is impacting restaurants in Manhattan

Manhattan restaurants are adapting positively to NYC's congestion pricing, with minimal initial impact on their business operations.
#electric-buses
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Volvo launches articulated (and bi-articulated) 7800 e-bus for Mexican BRTs - Sustainable Bus

Volvo Buses launches its first electric articulated and bi-articulated bus in Mexico designed for sustainable public transportation.
fromSustainable Bus
3 weeks ago
Germany news

Five MAN e-buses coming in Bavaria, Germany: they're operated by Trasdev on a MVV route - Sustainable Bus

Transdev is increasing the adoption of electric buses in Bavaria, emphasizing sustainability and innovation in public transportation.
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Volvo launches articulated (and bi-articulated) 7800 e-bus for Mexican BRTs - Sustainable Bus

Volvo Buses launches its first electric articulated and bi-articulated bus in Mexico designed for sustainable public transportation.
fromSustainable Bus
3 weeks ago
Germany news

Five MAN e-buses coming in Bavaria, Germany: they're operated by Trasdev on a MVV route - Sustainable Bus

Transdev is increasing the adoption of electric buses in Bavaria, emphasizing sustainability and innovation in public transportation.
more#electric-buses
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago
Portland food

Transit Trip: Estacada via TriMet Bus

The journey on TriMet's Bus 30 offers a glimpse into the evolving landscape of Estacada and its blend of history and new development.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 month ago

MTA Conductor Attacked, Robbed By 2 Teens On Brooklyn Train: Police

A subway conductor in Brooklyn was assaulted and robbed by two teenagers.
One suspect was arrested, while the other remains at large.
Miami Marlins
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Tri-Rail could shut down by 2028 if it can't find new funding

Tri-Rail faces a financial crisis with a $90 million budget gap, seeking funding support from local counties to avoid shutdown.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago
London music

South Western trains cancelled or diverted by maintenance work this weekend

South Western trains will see significant cancellations and diversions this weekend due to maintenance work.
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago
Mission District

VTA Bus, Light-Rail Workers to Vote Saturday on New Contract Offer

Union members to vote on new contract proposal to potentially end ongoing strike.
VTA offers increased wage while the union's concerns focus beyond monetary issues.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Timetable changes coming to 13 London bus routes this weekend

TfL is implementing timetable changes to 13 bus routes in London starting March 22, 2025, to enhance service reliability amid ongoing roadworks.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago
Miami food

Remember how we got around Miami before Metrorail, Uber and Tri-Rail? Take a look

Miami's mass transit has improved over the years, offering more options beyond cars for transportation in South Florida.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London music

Southeastern train cancelled in Greenwich, Bexley, Bromley, and Lewisham this weekend

Southeastern trains will be cancelled and replaced with bus services due to planned engineering work this weekend.
fromwww.kilburntimes.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Man dies after incident at Colindale station causing major Northern line delays

A man died after an incident at Colindale station, leading to Northern line service disruptions.
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