New York Gov. Cuomo gives e-bikes, scooters a second chance

The governor proposed a new bill that reinforces safety measures left out of failed legislation last month, such as helmet requirements.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 27, 2020

Uber begins AV data collection in DC

Testing in the nation’s capital will help the company refine its software and give policymakers a front-row seat to the operations, Uber said.

By Jason Plautz • Jan. 27, 2020

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From worsening climate change to a shifting transportation landscape and the housing affordability crisis, cities have their work cut out for them.

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Automakers: New tech, battery advances will curb EV range anxiety

Automakers including Ford, VW and Chevrolet gathered at the Washington Auto Show on Thursday to display new EV offerings and discuss consumer outreach strategies. 

By Chris Teale • Jan. 24, 2020

E-commerce deliveries will overrun cities in 1 to 3 years

The World Economic Forum argues the best path forward is to build portfolios of solutions that improve congestion, emissions and unit cost of deliveries. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 24, 2020

Bird exec: The scooter 'is really just the beginning' of sustainable mobility

Sustainability head Melinda Hanson believes 2020 could be a big year for dockless scooter companies to cut emissions while encouraging safer streets.

By Chris Teale • Jan. 23, 2020

Why did Nashville, TN's major transit referendum actually fail?

Nashville voters shocked local leaders when they rejected a 2018 transit overhaul plan. A new report digs into why that happened and what can be learned from the turn of events. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 23, 2020

Amazon, Lime part of new alliance to accelerate EVs

The Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance will demand production of new EV models and infrastructure, especially in the delivery and shipping sectors. 

By Jason Plautz • Jan. 23, 2020

Skip voluntarily shares scooters' true carbon impact

In a step toward greater sustainability, the company will release quarterly information on its S3 scooters' spare part use, maintenance, recycling and disposal.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 22, 2020

6 takeaways from the 2019 Menino Survey of Mayors

The annual survey of 119 U.S. mayors highlighted a need for improved water infrastructure, increased cyclist safety and dedicated opportunity zone investments.

By Cailin Crowe • Jan. 22, 2020

San Jose, CA tries for an innovation zone — again

Amazon Web Services, Siemens and Verizon are reported to be early collaborators on the project, which should help the initiative maintain traction. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 21, 2020

Spin selects 6 nonprofits for mobility data fellowship

The advocacy groups will have access to a street data toolkit for one year, and UC-Davis will evaluate the findings for deeper insights. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 16, 2020

StreetLight Data ranks 100 metros in first climate impact index

The metro areas were ranked as the most low-impact based on vehicle miles traveled, bike and pedestrian commuting, and population density, among other metrics.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 16, 2020

FAA official: Flying cars are 'more than just hype'

At least six electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft are "well along" in earning certification, according to FAA executive Jay Merkle.

By Chris Teale • Jan. 15, 2020

Sacramento, CA expands microtransit service with $12M grant

Via and the Sacramento Regional Transit District partnered to add SmaRT Ride to nine zones, creating what it calls the largest on-demand microtransit system in the U.S.

By Chris Teale • Jan. 14, 2020

Uber calls on Congress to boost cyclist, pedestrian safety

Through its new City Mobility Campaign, Uber is working with cycling advocates to urge increased funding for infrastructure that can protect vulnerable roadway users.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 14, 2020

Federal AV policy has 'number of parallels' to Boeing 737 MAX policy, critics warn

Advocates at a Monday Capitol Hill event warned a "lack of government oversight" could lead to fatal consequences. 

By Chris Teale • Jan. 14, 2020

INRIX launches intersection analytics platform using connected car data

The first-of-its-kind platform doesn't require any roadside infrastructure or observation tools, leading to cost-savings for cities.

By Jason Plautz • Jan. 14, 2020

The automotive tech that shook up CES

The showrooms featured jaw-dropping, head-scratching automotive tech solutions that promise to stir up cityscapes and the ways people move.

By Kristin Musulin , Cailin Crowe • Jan. 13, 2020

3 takeaways from CES about the future of mobility

The three trends that dominated conversations at CES focused on consumer skepticism about advanced auto tech; the introduction of flying taxis; and the demand for equity. 

By Cailin Crowe • Jan. 13, 2020

FHWA approves red street paint for bus lanes

The decision was based on experiments in cities like Chicago and New York, and is intended to speed up and support more reliable service. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 13, 2020

3 states are home to 41% of cyclist fatalities: report

A NHTSA data analysis found that cyclist deaths increased 25% between 2010 and 2017, and that cities in the Southeast have above-average fatality rates. 

By Jason Plautz • Jan. 13, 2020

Moovit and Cubic partner to help commuters pay, plan multimodal trips

The MaaS app merges multi-modal trip planning with payment options, showing commuters how to piece together trips without using a car. 

By Jason Plautz • Jan. 10, 2020

USDOT unveils AV 4.0 report

The autonomous vehicle plan puts a renewed focus on safety, following recent criticism from federal agencies and transportation organizations.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 8, 2020

Uber, Hyundai to partner on flying taxi service

The automaker will provide the manufacturing for the electric, airborne cars, with a view to eventually enable them to fly autonomously.

By Jason Plautz • Jan. 8, 2020

Toyota unveils plan to build 'City of the Future' in Japan

The hydrogen-powered "Woven City" is intended to serve as a real-life testbed for autonomous and AI technologies at the base of Mt. Fuji.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 8, 2020