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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Are we heading for a world where no one ever needs to talk to another human being?

Many people willingly choose driverless taxis and pay more to avoid social interaction with human drivers.
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Number of city rail commuters in England and Wales surpasses pre-Covid levels, figures show

Rail passenger numbers entering cities in England and Wales have surpassed pre-Covid levels despite a reduction in morning peak arrivals.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Bank junction to reopen to black cabs as a trial

The City of London council announced that black cabs will be permitted to drive through Bank junction again as part of an 18-month trial, citing the need for increased access for those unable to use public transport.
London politics
Business
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

New CEO for Solaris: Agata Standa, former Board Member for Strategy, succeeds Javier Iriarte - Sustainable Bus

Agata Stańda will be the new CEO of Solaris Bus & Coach, starting July 1, 2025.
#electric-buses
fromSustainable Bus
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

JBM unveils Ecolife at UITP Summit 2025 and opens European headquarters in Frankfurt - Sustainable Bus

fromSustainable Bus
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

JBM unveils Ecolife at UITP Summit 2025 and opens European headquarters in Frankfurt - Sustainable Bus

more#electric-buses
#micromobility
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

a16z-backed Infinite Machine shows off cheaper, modular electric scooter | TechCrunch

Infinite Machine's Olto seated scooter merges traditional design with modern technology, targeting urban commuters seeking versatility and comfort.
more#micromobility
Germany news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Riding high in Germany on the world's oldest suspended railway

Wuppertal Schwebebahn combines history and engineering marvel, offering a unique perspective on urban travel with a fairground-like experience.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Cleaner, greener and absolute reliability': trams make UK comeback

Battery-powered trams have no overhead wires, allowing for a smoother integration into urban landscapes and making them a crucial advancement for modern public transport.
Alternative transportation
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago

Roger is Taking a Vacation - Streetsblog San Francisco

Streetsblog San Francisco to continue coverage while editor Roger Rudick is on break, encouraging submissions of Op-Eds.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Traffic Congestion Is Holding Back the Economy in These Massive Cities

U.S. drivers are spending an increasing amount of time in traffic, costing them economically and impacting productivity.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Confused Waymo shuts down Calif. restaurant's drive-thru

The Waymo was then unable to complete a multi-point turn due to the proximity of the drive thru lane and multiple other cars in the tight space.
Los Angeles
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