We know widening highways leads to more traffic. Why do we do it anyway?

More lanes, more pain—a researcher unravels the persistent myth of easier commutes.

Biden administration doles out $4.2 billion for big-ticket infrastructure projects

A new Boston rail bridge, a California high-speed rail station, electric dock equipment in Miami and a safer highway interchange in Iowa are among the 44 projects selected for funding.

Virginia goes all in on passenger rail

A new rail bridge into Washington, D.C., is viewed as crucial to expanding rail service in the state, which has seen record-setting ridership in recent years.

The numbers are in: Trump boosted roads. Biden backs biking and walkers.

A new report by the Urban Institute shows how who sits in the White House affects what locals build with federal funds. That means changes are likely in store again after the November election.

For rural transit agencies, a rocky road to zero emissions

Rural public transit agencies are up against limited choices and resources as they work to decarbonize their fleets.

This city is turning subway trains into power stations

Barcelona is using the regenerative braking of its subways to power trains, stations and neighborhood EV chargers. Could New York do it too?

Six airports want to charge ahead preparing for electric aircraft

All-electric passenger planes are still experimental. But regional airport managers are eager to install charging infrastructure to accommodate them.

Move over! Two map apps to notify drivers when state police are stopped ahead

The Illinois State Police is using Waze and Google Maps to alert drivers in real time about roadside personnel in an effort to cut down on injuries.

Time to reset the transportation funding equation

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A $1.3 billion project that would save drivers six minutes max

As the state’s plans to get New Yorkers out of their cars stall, Gov. Kathy Hochul is championing a highway expansion in the Hudson Valley.

Why Buc-ee's is picking a fight with Gov. Ron DeSantis

Florida is one of a dozen states that have yet to issue a single RFP using federal dollars to construct EV charging stations. Gas stations see the chargers as an avenue to compete with local power companies.

TSA proposes softer rollout of Real ID enforcement

Federal agencies would have the option to gradually require the secure documents after May 7, in part to avoid chaos at state DMVs when the deadline approaches.

Neighboring governors knock California plan to lower gas prices

California has the most expensive gas in the country. California Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to force refineries to stockpile gasoline to prevent price spikes, but Arizona and Nevada fear becoming collateral damage.

Bus agencies are turning to California for their 'tap to pay' fare systems

Transit agencies across the country are turning to the state for help in ditching cash fares and adopting an affordable contactless pay system.

Hundreds of cities get federal help to make streets safer

The $1 billion funding announcement is the second round of grants this year. To date, the federal government has provided money for safer streets to nearly three-quarters of the country.

Cities are trying to cut down on cars. Some states are standing in their way.

Local officials are rethinking their streets, aiming for fewer cars and more sustainable ways to get around. But some state governments are keeping cars in control.

Half a billion dollars in grants awarded to boost EV charging network

The Biden administration also said that the number of publicly available EV chargers has doubled since the president took office.

Cars that talk: Feds announce plan to accelerate connected vehicle deployment

The U.S. Department of Transportation aims to have vehicle-to-everything tech deployed nationwide by 2036, and said it will offer grants and support to help states get there.

Passing the torch, Los Angeles begins sprint to host 2028 Olympics

Mayor Karen Bass has already set the city’s plans for the event apart from others by declaring it a “no-car Games” and pledging to only use existing buildings.

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