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Talking Headways Podcast: Unnecessary Literature Reviews, Part II
David Levinson talks about the politics of research journals and his new book, "The 30 Minute City."
February 14, 2020
Anti-Car Dems Don’t Have a Presidential Candidate
If you believe in breaking car culture, you won't find a 2020 candidate committed to doing it.
February 13, 2020
Why We Should Be Even More Nervous About AVs
Most Americans worry about sharing the road with still-untested autonomous cars — but even perfecting the tech may not make AVs safe enough.
February 12, 2020
Another City Eliminated Non-Driver Deaths In 2019
Nope, not an American one. But here's what we can learn from their example.
February 11, 2020
Federal Bus Grants Are Just Too Damn Low
Federal bus grants of $454.6 million sound like a lot...until you consider that it's for the whole country.
February 3, 2020
Democrats’ Infrastructure Plan Has a Lot to Like
It probably won't pass, but it's a great sign that establishment politicians are thinking big on sustainable transportation.
January 30, 2020
Op-Ed: Yes, Gov. Cuomo, Car Helmets Could Save Lives
There's plenty of data on brain injuries from crashes, and studies showing how helmets could prevent them.
January 28, 2020
Op-Ed: Learning from Nashville’s Failed Transit Measure
As Austin, Cincinnati, and San Antonio tee up similar measures, here are some pitfalls to avoid.
January 27, 2020
A Third of States Won’t Even Try To Reduce Road Deaths
These states self-determined safety goals don't just lower the bar — they put it underground.
January 24, 2020