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Does Daylighting Work? NYC DOT Questions The Accepted Wisdom
An agency committed to Vision Zero now says that cars blocking a driver's view is safe. Huh?
January 24, 2025
Will Incoming U.S. DOT Secretary Sean Duffy Derail America’s Two Biggest Transportation Bills?
America has a new transportation secretary – but a recent executive order appears to direct him not to perform some of the most important duties of his job.
January 23, 2025
SOFTBALLS: Eight Takeaways from Trump’s DOT Choice Sean Duffy’s Confirmation Hearing
The former reality star, congressman and Fox News host said "yes" to just about everything during his confirmation hearing — but wasn't asked the hard questions.
January 15, 2025
House Bill Would Make Auto-Braking Rules Stronger to Protect Cyclists
Let's make America brake again!
January 13, 2025
What’s Missing From the Safe Systems Approach
Safe streets, road users, speeds, vehicles, and post-crash care have long been held up as the five pillars of the "safe systems" approach to ending road deaths. One state DOT, though, recently added a sixth one — and their outgoing secretary thinks it's key to saving lives.
January 13, 2025
NYC Expands Safe E-Bike Charging Initiative Amid Battery Fire Concerns
Landlords and tenants will be allowed to apply to install e-bike battery charging cabinets on the sidewalk.
January 6, 2025
Congestion Pricing Has Begun in NYC! Here’s What it Means for The Big Apple and America
The age of congestion pricing began at 12:00:01 a.m. on Sunday. Here are the answers to all your questions.
January 5, 2025
Bus-ted! NYC Mayor Failed to Improve Commutes for the Poorest Workers
New York City continued its annual tradition of failing miserably to install the legally required miles of bus lanes
December 31, 2024
Urban Transit Authorities Should Give Discounts For Commuter Rail: Report
An "underutilized" pot of state transportation funds could help lure more New York City residents onto the LIRR and Metro-North, according to a new report.
December 19, 2024
NJ Refusing ‘Generous’ Congestion Pricing Lawsuit $ettlement, Hochul Says
If you believe Gov. Hochul, her New Jersey counterpart is leaving lots of money on the table, which one activist said was just "stubbornness" on his part.
December 18, 2024
