Seattle Used Bike Racks to Break Up Homeless Encampment
Public records show the racks were installed to deter homeless people from staying under a viaduct, not to help people get somewhere.
December 20, 2017
What the Amtrak 501 Derailment Says About America’s Failure to Prevent Train Crashes
While the investigation is just beginning, initial reports indicate that the train entered a tight curve at too high a speed.
December 19, 2017
Seattle Adds People Without Adding Traffic
Seattle is showing other American cities how transit can help a growing population get around without an increase in car traffic.
December 18, 2017
Elon Musk Is Wrong. The Only Way to Save City Transport Is to Share Large Vehicles With Other People.
One man's genius can't change the geometric facts of cities.
December 15, 2017
Surprise! Elon Musk Is Revolted By Transit
The worst part is rubbing elbows with scary commoners, the Tesla mogul said.
December 15, 2017
Hartford Eliminates Parking Minimums Citywide
The Connecticut capital is getting rid of parking minimums citywide, the second major American city to do so in the past 12 months.
December 13, 2017
Boston Tests Faster Bus Service Simply By Laying Out Orange Cones
Bus riders got a dramatically faster ride thanks to a one-day pilot.
December 12, 2017
After Harvey, Houston Leaders Look to Rebuild Around Transit
The recovery effort needs to ensure that Houston will be better prepared for future extreme weather events.
December 11, 2017
3 Policy Fixes That Could Dramatically Reduce Transportation Emissions
Changing tailpipe emissions is just one avenue to reduce carbon from transportation. Changing the amount people drive is another - and it can have a powerful effect.
December 8, 2017
The Lesson of $40 Highway Tolls in Virginia
It's one of the few cases where solo drivers have to confront the full cost of their trips.
December 6, 2017
