Santa Monica, CA aims to create zero-emissions delivery zone playbook

The city and the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator's pilot seeks to support local climate goals while solving for curbside woes exacerbated by the pandemic's delivery surge.

By Cailin Crowe • March 3, 2021

Up to 20 cities to improve street safety by turning asphalt into art

Bloomberg Philanthropies' Asphalt Art Initiative, now in its second year, will provide each city with up to $25,000 to improve street safety and revitalize public spaces with murals.

By Chris Teale • March 3, 2021

The debate over EV charging at interstate rest stops

NATSO said allowing electric chargers is the "wrong signal" from Congress, while advocates tout the need to modernize Eisenhower-era rules and provide parking.

By Jim Stinson • March 2, 2021

Federal judge dismisses lawsuit against LADOT data sharing requirements

Two Los Angeles scooter riders sued over the city's Mobility Data Specifications, citing privacy and unreasonable search concerns. But the case was dismissed, clearing a path forward for the requirement. 

By Chris Teale • March 1, 2021

Electric cars are not enough. It's time we invest in LEVs.

The increased attention placed on electric vehicles must not leave behind two- and three-wheeled light electric vehicles, Swiftmile CEO Colin Roche writes.

By Colin Roche • March 1, 2021

Better Bike Share Partnership awards 4 new 'Living Lab' cities

The cities and their partners were awarded $200,000 to improve the equity and accessibility of their bike-share and micromobility offerings.

By Cailin Crowe • Feb. 26, 2021

USPS to continue purchasing gas vehicles, despite Biden all-electric pledge

The postal service says the procurement allows for flexibility, and hinted at the ability to "retrofit" some vehicles. But EV advocates say "this will lock USPS into an outdated technology for many years."

By Robert Walton • Feb. 25, 2021

Joby Aviation goes public, promises 'renaissance in aviation'

It is the first electric vertical takeoff and landing company to list publicly, trading on the New York Stock Exchange as of Wednesday and valued at $4.5 billion.

By Chris Teale • Updated Aug. 13, 2021

Poorly timed red lights cost drivers 17M hours daily: report

INRIX said these delays at urban intersections lead to direct pollution exposure, but could be improved by re-timing signals and embracing new technologies.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 24, 2021

Amazon shares delivery data for MIT route planning contest

Participants will integrate the learned knowledge of delivery drivers into route planning algorithms that fit modern, last-mile delivery environments.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 23, 2021

What UK's Uber ruling could mean for the global gig economy

The decision to classify Uber drivers as workers could have global implications, particularly in labor-friendly countries poised to take up similar cases.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 23, 2021

Transit workers face growing rate of assaults: 'There's not much we can do'

Some transit operators are asking for reassignments off the frontlines as they face increasingly violent threats from frustrated riders amid COVID-19.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 17, 2021

The evolution of Smart Mobility: from bike sharing to MaaS and everything in between

The business of Smart Mobility provides business opportunities for everyone from small entrepreneurs to large car manufacturers.

By James Delgado, VP, Blue Systems • Feb. 16, 2021

Uber, Lyft pursue diverging paths in quest for profitability

On separate Q4 earnings calls, Lyft officials emphasized how AVs will be crucial long term, while Uber said delivery services will be key as they try to move into the black.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 12, 2021

Boring Co. proposal for 4-mile California loop advances

The San Bernardino County Transportation Authority voted unanimously to move forward with the proposal from the Elon Musk-owned company.

By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 11, 2021

Auto industry embraces Biden's electrification efforts

The Alliance for Automotive Innovation said it will work with the administration on an electrification program to bring all automakers "under a unified set of common requirements."

By Robert Walton • Feb. 10, 2021

Ford bets $29B on leading the 'electric vehicle revolution'

CEO Jim Farley said on an earnings call that the automaker has more than doubled its commitment to spend on automation and electrification until 2025.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 9, 2021

Transit agencies must play lead role in MaaS growth: report

Populus said while the public sector can take advantage of efforts to integrate transportation in one place, they must ensure systems are interoperable and beneficial for residents.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 8, 2021

As GM gives 'huge' boost to EVs, states vary in advancing supportive policies

Washington lawmakers are considering legislation to ban the sale of internal combustion light duty vehicles by 2030, and others are setting 2035 goals.

By Robert Walton • Feb. 3, 2021

Buttigieg confirmation boosts hope for massive infrastructure investment

Several officials said the former South Bend, IN mayor's experience in local government will serve him well, and have called on him to embrace innovations like autonomous and electric vehicles. 

By Chris Teale • Feb. 3, 2021

Inspired by COVID biking boom, cycling bills reintroduced in Congress

One piece of legislation would make local bike-share programs eligible for federal funding, while another would reinstate a national tax benefit for those who commute by bike.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 2, 2021

Houston, Uber and BP partner to aid EV transition for drivers

The trio will explore the deployment of BP's rapid charging electric vehicle (EV) stations throughout Houston, aiming to support the city's EV adoption goals and plans for an equitable charging network.

By Cailin Crowe • Feb. 2, 2021

Tesla: Batteries better for long-haul EVs, hydrogen is 'just crazy'

CEO Elon Musk said the OEM does not have enough battery cells to put its Semi truck into full production.

By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 1, 2021

Transit agencies brace for vaccination push amid murky guidance

Though federal agencies have deemed public transit a priority sector for COVID-19 vaccinations, states are charting their own plans to address rider demands and union resources.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 1, 2021

Feds study Baltimore-Washington maglev train route

The 40-mile-long leg of the proposed SCMAGLEV would be the first part of a maglev rail connecting Washington, D.C., and New York City. 

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 29, 2021