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Scrapped JUMP Bikes Raise Questions About Waste in the Micromobility Industry
There were practical reasons for Uber to recycle dozens of perfectly good e-bikes — but we can still do better.
May 27, 2020
Transportation Commission Chair Van Konynenberg Hot Mic: “Go. . . Beat the Hell Out of Them”
Notwithstanding a later apology, the commissioners remarks contribute to a hostile environment.
May 22, 2020
NACTO Releases Playbook for Fighting COVID-19
The group's member cities have been working hard to make public space as safe as possible during the pandemic — and the organization just compiled their best strategies
May 22, 2020
COVID-19 Outdoor Dining Already Squeezing Walkers
Too many temporary permits let restaurants take sidewalk space without accommodating pedestrians.
May 22, 2020
Trump Under Fire For Sacking US DOT Watchdog
President Trump has fired another inspector general — but the first sacking that has broad implications on national transportation policy.
May 20, 2020
POST-COVID: Safety Isn’t Only About Infrastructure
It's not too late for cities to prevent a total carmageddon as their COVID-19 lockdowns ease — and they need to think beyond simple infrastructure to get it done.
May 20, 2020
Federal ‘HEROES Act’ is Super … For Drivers
Billions and billions for more new roads. And, sure, some money for transit ... but not nearly enough. Call your congressperson!
May 19, 2020
Creating Vitally Needed Hand-Washing Stations for Homeless Residents
LavaMaeX's Hand Washing For All campaign aims to teach people how to make, maintain hand-washing stations to help stop spread of coronavirus
May 19, 2020
Creating a Body-Inclusive Cycling Community
A person's body size or weight has no bearing on their worth as a human being. Bike culture should reflect that.
May 14, 2020
STUDY: Many Transportation Pros Wrongly Think ‘Distracted Walking’ Kills
But you know what *does* kill? Distracted driving.
May 14, 2020