Transportation
Transportation is a critical focus for local and state government agencies, involving the planning, developing, and maintaining infrastructure that facilitates the movement of people and goods. Effective transportation systems are essential for economic growth, public safety, and quality of life. This directory provides articles on transportation, including discussions on related topics like Urban Planning, which addresses the integration of transportation networks with community development to create efficient and sustainable cities.
An in-depth study on e-scooter traffic safety reveals where and why most collisions occur
From offering free rides to hosting clinics, agencies are removing barriers for some of the nation’s most vulnerable populations
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Indian Railways has nurtured the successful installation of solar rooftop arrays on light rail cars, reducing diesel reliance in Delhi, India.
A new fiscal budget takes aim at transportation costs, including a reduction in the state’s car tax, and decreased funding for its clean air programs.
LA’s new F125 clean diesel locomotives prioritize air quality and public health, and can grow ridership.
Traffic congestion is inescapable in America, but some areas cost drivers more than others. Check out the top 10 spots with the worst traffic.
The western states agreed to establish an electric vehicle corridor that will make it possible to travel major highways seamlessly, without range anxiety.
Israel’s volunteer, free EMS service has added four electric mini ambulance that can go up stairs and travel sidewalks to get to urban patients.
Local governments are looking to increase the amount and safety of commuter bike trails, as demand grows for protected bike infrastructure.
Because Los Angeles expanded its Metro, a light rail stop in Culver City led to transit-oriented development attracting millions in economic development.
New York declared a transportation state of emergency in June, but years of disinvestment have left urbanites longing and plotting for shorter commutes.
Are connected roads the answer to the country’s infrastructure problem? With integrated technology, these smart streets may be able to pay for themselves.
Hydrogen refueling stations in California take away ‘range anxiety’ of electric vehicle ownership. ISO work groups met in Connecticut to discuss standards.
London will not renew Uber’s license to operate in part because of software that uses a ‘greyballing’ tool to evade law enforcement.
Is fighting sprawl still a goal for those who decide the fate of transportation funding at the federal, state and local levels?
New reports show that mobility-as-a-service is only going to grow, and analysts recommend municipal leaders from rural areas to dense cities start planning.
New Ford hybrid cars deliver fuel-efficiency to local law enforcement agencies -- and reduce carbon emissions for self-driving taxi and livery operators.
New York City reported that its efforts to make streets safer through street design and traffic policy are showing in the numbers of traffic related deaths.
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