Transportation
The United States Needs a Universal System to Pay for Public Transit
Why doesn’t the United States have a national system for transit payment? In some countries, a single travel card works to ride any train, bus, subway or tram.
Here Are the Urban Highways That Deserve to Die
The Congress for New Urbanism once again ranks the most-loathed urban freeways in North America—and makes the case for tearing them down.
Why Sweden Wants to Revive Europe’s Night Trains
The Swedish government sees this low-cost, environmentally friendly travel option as key to “becoming the world’s fossil-free welfare country.”
The Race to Code the Curb
Everyone—from ride-hailing cars to delivery trucks to bikes and scooters—wants a piece of the curb. How can smart cities map and manage this precious resource?
Why Trains Are So Much Greener Than Cars or Airplanes
Whether moving freight or people, rail is far more energy efficient and less polluting than other transportation modes. And it could get even cleaner.
A Modest Proposal to Eliminate 11,000 Urban Parking Spots
Amsterdam plans to systematically strip its center of parking spaces in the coming years, making way for bike lanes, sidewalks, and more trees.
How Lyft’s Ride-Sharing Business Works (And Doesn’t)
Thanks to its IPO, Lyft—which lost $978 million in 2018—is now worth a very large sum of money. Here’s why.
Why Transport Ministers Get to Decide the Fate of Europe’s Clocks
The European Union is set to abandon daylight saving time in 2021. Here’s why transportation officials have a final say on making it happen.
How New York Finally Passed Congestion Pricing
With a subway crisis looming, the political stars aligned to impose fees for driving on Manhattan’s most traffic-filled streets.
Despite ‘Car-Free’ Hype, Millennials Drive a Lot
Despite the buzz around ride-hailing and bike lanes, car ownership among younger Americans looks a lot like that of older Americans.
Why L.A.’s Ride-Hail Drivers Went on Strike
As Uber and Lyft prepare for IPOs, Los Angeles ride-share drivers turned off their apps Monday to fight for higher wages and fairer treatment.
Let’s Buy a Train
If you dream of roaming the U.S. in a your own personal train car, you still can. But Amtrak cuts have railcar owners wondering if their days are numbered.
Think You’re Faster Than the D.C. Streetcar? Think Again.
Streetcars without dedicated lanes tend to be on the slow side. But beating this much-maligned public transportation mode on foot wasn’t as easy as it looks.
France’s Yellow Vests Are Rebels Without a Cause
As weekly protests continue in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron is still trying to figure out what the “yellow vest” movement wants. It’s not an easy task.
Why Berlin Is Giving Women a Discount on Public Transit
The German capital is celebrating Equal Pay Day with the Frauenticket, a discounted fare that reflects the gender pay gap.
Atlanta’s Big Transit Vote Is a Referendum on Race
As suburban Gwinnett County weighs a MARTA expansion, changing demographics and politics may decide the Georgia capital's transportation future.
To Avoid Climate Disaster, Urban Transportation Must Change, Now
Cities have a key role to play in confronting climate change, and it starts with shared mobility—and taking back the streets from the private car.
Watch Bike Advocates Vent About the Silliest Anti-Bike Lane Arguments
A new video from Streetfilms assembles the most head-scratching attacks employed by bike-lane foes, such as: Don’t let the terrorists win!
What's the Perfect Price for Public Transportation?
As ridership tanks, New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority is hiking fares. Does that ever work? Experts sound off on how to price the bus and subway fairly.
Thanks to Duke, Durham's Light Rail Dream Is All But Dead
After 20 years of planning, the North Carolina Research Triangle’s signature transit project is fighting for its life. Why did Duke University pull its support?