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Ford to Citizens: Don’t Drop Dead
Automaker says high-tech gizmos in new cars will save lives — but no one really believes that.
January 9, 2019
Uber and Lyft Don’t Reduce Car Ownership. Transit Does.
Seattle is the only major city that really grew the number of car-free and car-light households in the last five years. It's also the only one that's really grown transit ridership.
January 8, 2019
Research Explains Why Pedestrians ‘Break the Rules’
Pedestrians behave unpredictably when the environment is not accommodating to them, new research using time-lapse video shows.
January 7, 2019
Other States Should Copy Utah’s New Drunk Driving Rule
The new law lowers the threshold for impairment to .05 blood-alcohol level — which is what experts recommend.
January 4, 2019
DC Metro Opens Door to Bikes During Rush Hour
Bikes will be allowed on the DC Metro, even at rush hour — a long-sought win for local advocates.
January 2, 2019
Send Us Nominations for Best Urban Street Redesign This Year
Did your town to a great road diet? Nominate it to be named the best of the year.
December 21, 2018
DEEP DIVE: Are E-Scooters Unsafe At Any Speed?
We don't know for sure yet. Data shows they're more dangerous than bike share — but researchers say that will change as cities adapt and make roads safer.
December 20, 2018
Elon Musk’s Tunnel Project in Los Angeles is Bad Joke
He initially promised to revolutionize public transit — but then created only a new private transportation system for rich people.
December 19, 2018
The Gorgeous, Historic Quincy Station Is Now ADA-Accessible
Other upgrades of the recent rehab include new lights, reconfigured stairs, high-def security cameras, and motorized doors that meet ADA guidelines.
December 17, 2018
Talking Headways Podcast: Walt Disney, City Planner
There's lots to unpack when you think about the impact of Walt Disney.
December 13, 2018
