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#congestion-pricing
NYC politics
fromTime Out New York
2 months ago

NYC officials face a March 21 deadline to end congestion pricing

The Federal Highway Administration demands the MTA end its congestion pricing plan by March 21, despite ongoing legal challenges.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Trump administration gives deadline to end congestion pricing in NYC

Congestion pricing in New York faces uncertainty as federal authorities order its cessation by March 21, 2025, amid legal disputes.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is determined to continue the congestion pricing program despite federal opposition.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Congestion Pricing Reduced Traffic. Now It's Hitting Revenue Goals.

New York's congestion pricing plan raised $48.6 million in its first month, exceeding expectations and supporting mass transit system funding.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump admin sets deadline to shut down congestion pricing - but Hochul says NY won't comply: 'Trying to overrule New Yorkers'

The Trump administration is mandating the shutdown of Manhattan's congestion pricing program by March 21, 2025, amid ongoing disputes with New York officials.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Gov. Kathy Hochul attends MTA board meeting to discuss future of congestion pricing

Gov. Hochul is committed to preserving congestion pricing despite federal opposition, emphasizing its benefits for NYC's transportation future.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Sean Duffy Makes Propaganda Film In Failed Attempt To Show Congestion Pricing Doesn't Work - Streetsblog New York City

Duffy's push against congestion pricing reveals federal pushback against local transportation policies using misleading video tactics.
NYC politics
fromTime Out New York
2 months ago

NYC officials face a March 21 deadline to end congestion pricing

The Federal Highway Administration demands the MTA end its congestion pricing plan by March 21, despite ongoing legal challenges.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Trump administration gives deadline to end congestion pricing in NYC

Congestion pricing in New York faces uncertainty as federal authorities order its cessation by March 21, 2025, amid legal disputes.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is determined to continue the congestion pricing program despite federal opposition.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Congestion Pricing Reduced Traffic. Now It's Hitting Revenue Goals.

New York's congestion pricing plan raised $48.6 million in its first month, exceeding expectations and supporting mass transit system funding.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump admin sets deadline to shut down congestion pricing - but Hochul says NY won't comply: 'Trying to overrule New Yorkers'

The Trump administration is mandating the shutdown of Manhattan's congestion pricing program by March 21, 2025, amid ongoing disputes with New York officials.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Gov. Kathy Hochul attends MTA board meeting to discuss future of congestion pricing

Gov. Hochul is committed to preserving congestion pricing despite federal opposition, emphasizing its benefits for NYC's transportation future.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Sean Duffy Makes Propaganda Film In Failed Attempt To Show Congestion Pricing Doesn't Work - Streetsblog New York City

Duffy's push against congestion pricing reveals federal pushback against local transportation policies using misleading video tactics.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 day ago

Judge temporarily blocks Trump from retaliating against New York over congestion toll

Judge blocks federal retaliation against New York over congestion toll while lawsuit is considered.
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromsilive
1 month ago

NYC lawmakers discuss banning parking within 20 feet of crosswalks

New York City Council is considering legislation to improve road safety by removing parking near intersections and crosswalks.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 day ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Good News for Bridge Bike Lanes Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mopeds are being allowed on the roadway of the Brooklyn and Queensboro bridges, enhancing safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
NYC politics
fromsilive
1 month ago

NYC lawmakers discuss banning parking within 20 feet of crosswalks

New York City Council is considering legislation to improve road safety by removing parking near intersections and crosswalks.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 day ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Good News for Bridge Bike Lanes Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mopeds are being allowed on the roadway of the Brooklyn and Queensboro bridges, enhancing safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
#san-francisco
#urban-planning
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

How To End Your City's Fight Over Scooter Parking Once and For All - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

How To End Your City's Fight Over Scooter Parking Once and For All - Streetsblog USA

#fare-evasion
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

MTA to install delayed doors at over 100 NYC subway stations in ongoing battle against fare evasion

fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

MTA to install delayed doors at over 100 NYC subway stations in ongoing battle against fare evasion

#environmental-impact
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

What Are University Transportation Centers - And Why Did Secretary Duffy Decimate Their Budgets? - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

What Are University Transportation Centers - And Why Did Secretary Duffy Decimate Their Budgets? - Streetsblog USA

#air-traffic-control
#bike-lanes
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto startup

Ontario bike lane removal work could start this month. Cyclists seek injunction to block it | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto startup

Cycling advocates optimistic about fate of Toronto bike lanes after province says it's open to compromise | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto startup

Ontario serves notice to appeal injunction preventing it from removing Toronto bike lanes | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto startup

Ontario bike lane removal work could start this month. Cyclists seek injunction to block it | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto startup

Cycling advocates optimistic about fate of Toronto bike lanes after province says it's open to compromise | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto startup

Ontario serves notice to appeal injunction preventing it from removing Toronto bike lanes | CBC News

fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

NYPD shifts to criminal summonses for cyclists

Critics claim that the move is dangerous because citizens can acquire a criminal record for simply riding a bike: 'This crackdown is very dangerous because it's putting New Yorkers at risk of arrest, jail and deportation for riding a bike,' says Charlie Baker.
Bicycling
fromThe American Conservative
3 weeks ago

Want More Kids? Make Cheaper Minivans

In a world where families are increasingly burdened by financial strain, affordability in family-friendly vehicles like minivans can directly influence decisions on having more children.
Right-wing politics
#innovation
Cars
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

Tesla won't have to report as many Level 2 crashes after Trump's rule change

The revised crash reporting rules benefit Tesla by easing reporting requirements for minor incidents involving Level 2 automated vehicles.
Cars
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Self-Driving Cars Have New Rules in the U.S. Here's Why That Matters

U.S. driverless car regulations have been updated to promote domestic innovation and reduce crash reporting burdens on companies.
Cars
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

Tesla won't have to report as many Level 2 crashes after Trump's rule change

The revised crash reporting rules benefit Tesla by easing reporting requirements for minor incidents involving Level 2 automated vehicles.
Cars
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Self-Driving Cars Have New Rules in the U.S. Here's Why That Matters

U.S. driverless car regulations have been updated to promote domestic innovation and reduce crash reporting burdens on companies.
#electric-vehicles
US politics
fromInsideEVs
3 months ago

Trump Has Already Turned The EV Industry Upside Down. Here's How

The Trump administration is actively dismantling electric vehicle initiatives despite prior support for them during the campaign.
Alternative transportation
fromArs Technica
4 weeks ago

Republicans want to tax EV drivers $200/year in new transport bill

The proposed budget includes new federal fees for electric vehicles, favoring larger polluting vehicles while putting more financial burden on EV owners.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Trust Fund Babies: Advocates Argue House-Proposed EV Fee Won't Solve Highway Funding Woes - Streetsblog USA

US politics
fromInsideEVs
3 months ago

Trump Has Already Turned The EV Industry Upside Down. Here's How

The Trump administration is actively dismantling electric vehicle initiatives despite prior support for them during the campaign.
Alternative transportation
fromArs Technica
4 weeks ago

Republicans want to tax EV drivers $200/year in new transport bill

The proposed budget includes new federal fees for electric vehicles, favoring larger polluting vehicles while putting more financial burden on EV owners.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Trust Fund Babies: Advocates Argue House-Proposed EV Fee Won't Solve Highway Funding Woes - Streetsblog USA

#infrastructure
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

$1 Trillion Later, U.S. Roads Are Still Crumbling, Unsafe, and Congested. Does Congress Care? - Streetsblog USA

U.S. road safety has worsened significantly compared to other developed countries, demanding urgent reforms for future transportation policies.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Friday Headlines: Trump's Revenge Tour Now Includes a Stop at Penn Station - Streetsblog New York City

The Trump Administration has taken control of the Penn Station rebuild exclusively with Amtrak, sidelining the MTA.
The decision reflects ongoing tensions between federal and state transit agencies.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Friday Video: A Very Cogent Argument Against E-Bike Registration - Streetsblog New York City

A Canadian critic highlights flaws in a New York bill for e-bike registration, arguing it doesn't address core safety issues.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

$1 Trillion Later, U.S. Roads Are Still Crumbling, Unsafe, and Congested. Does Congress Care? - Streetsblog USA

U.S. road safety has worsened significantly compared to other developed countries, demanding urgent reforms for future transportation policies.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Friday Headlines: Trump's Revenge Tour Now Includes a Stop at Penn Station - Streetsblog New York City

The Trump Administration has taken control of the Penn Station rebuild exclusively with Amtrak, sidelining the MTA.
The decision reflects ongoing tensions between federal and state transit agencies.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Friday Video: A Very Cogent Argument Against E-Bike Registration - Streetsblog New York City

A Canadian critic highlights flaws in a New York bill for e-bike registration, arguing it doesn't address core safety issues.
SF parents
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla's Robotaxi just got a boost from Trump's new self-driving rules

Trump administration eases regulations for self-driving cars, benefiting Tesla's Robotaxi initiatives.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

City touts ongoing success in one-year update on micromobility program tweaks - Austin Monitor

"One of the goals with this reduction we did [last April] was hopefully, we would see those numbers increase," Kimbro said, referring to the reduction in the maximum fleet size and the trips per day metrics, respectively. "And we did, citywide," he added.
Alternative transportation
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Exclusive: Cops Writing 15% of Their Red Light Tix to Cyclists, Who are Just 2% of Road Users - Streetsblog New York City

Bicyclists receive disproportionate red-light tickets despite low accident rates, raising concerns about police priorities regarding road safety.
#traffic-safety
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

The City's Top Super Speeder is in Brooklyn

Brooklyn has the highest concentration of super speeders, pointing to a significant public safety issue surrounding reckless driving.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

The City's Top Super Speeder is in Brooklyn

Brooklyn has the highest concentration of super speeders, pointing to a significant public safety issue surrounding reckless driving.
#public-safety
SF parents
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Caltrain won't say how many people died on the tracks last year

Caltrain's lack of transparency on train fatalities raises concerns about public safety and accountability.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Anatomy of a Debacle: Business Owners Use False Fears, Mayor Adams Stalls Third Av. Safety Plan - Streetsblog New York City

SF parents
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Caltrain won't say how many people died on the tracks last year

Caltrain's lack of transparency on train fatalities raises concerns about public safety and accountability.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Anatomy of a Debacle: Business Owners Use False Fears, Mayor Adams Stalls Third Av. Safety Plan - Streetsblog New York City

#public-transit
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Bike NY is Seeking to Build the Perfect E-Bike Subsidy Program for NYC - Streetsblog New York City

An innovative e-bike subsidy program aims to reduce car dependency and promote sustainable transportation in outer-borough neighborhoods.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

Muni Forever Campaign Provides Action Plan For Voicing Feedback On Service Cuts By April 1

Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Bike NY is Seeking to Build the Perfect E-Bike Subsidy Program for NYC - Streetsblog New York City

An innovative e-bike subsidy program aims to reduce car dependency and promote sustainable transportation in outer-borough neighborhoods.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

Muni Forever Campaign Provides Action Plan For Voicing Feedback On Service Cuts By April 1

fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Amtrak CEO's Ouster Makes the Grassroots Fight For Rail More Urgent - Streetsblog USA

"Nothing good will come from Wednesday's dismissal of Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner, who was pushed out as part of the White House's purge of officials who are not deemed loyal to President Donald Trump."
SF politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Jaywalking in NYC is set to be legal - but there was hardly any enforcement when it was a crime

"Although jaywalking is a common practice in New York City, it can have deadly consequences," Forione said. "Over the last five years, 200 people lost their lives while crossing the street mid-block or against the signal, making up about 34 percent of all pedestrian fatalities."
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Trump admin demands MTA fork over NYC subway crime data - or risk billons in federal funding

The MTA faces potential funding cuts unless it addresses subway safety concerns raised by the federal government.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Chinatown Pols Renew Push for Cars on Park Row, But Residents Say No - Streetsblog New York City

Many in Chinatown favor keeping Park Row car-free despite pressure from politicians and business groups to reopen it to traffic.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Not Another Mayor Adams? Adrienne Adams Has Little To Show On Street Safety - Streetsblog New York City

Adrienne Adams' record on transportation and livable streets is lacking compared to her predecessors, raising concerns in her mayoral campaign.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Oakland Advocates Holding Forums for Special Election - Streetsblog San Francisco

"Oakland's Mayoral Special Election on April 15th can significantly impact how Oakland residents and visitors get around. The new mayor has the potential to reshape the city into a more accessible and safe environment or maintain the status quo."
Mission District
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