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Why Arguments Against ‘Free Transit’ Are Missing the Point

By Streetsblog | Aug 23, 2022 | No Comments

Free transit pilots are popping up around the world as the pandemic rages on — and so are heated debates about whether they'll stymie efforts to deliver the high-quality service.

There is just a ton of this in New York City today. File photo: Gersh Kuntzman

Microdose: NYC Takes Small Step Towards Cargo Bike And Small Vehicle Delivery Centers

By Dave Colon | Aug 23, 2022 | No Comments

A pilot slated for next year isn't anything close to the 'logistics hotels' of Paris, but it's a start.

Tuesday’s Headlines: Don’t Forget To Vote! Edition

By Eve Kessler | Aug 23, 2022 | No Comments

There's a primary election today. Get your butt to the polls! Plus other news.

Underground trash containers in Barcelona, one model for the city's containerization pilot. Photo: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Reciclatge_Llinars_Catalunya.JPG

NYC to Contractors: We Want To Get Serious About Trash Containerization

By Eve Kessler | Aug 22, 2022 | No Comments

Forget about the small-ball (and bin!) pilots. This is the Big Kehuna — a 'scalable' pilot that will modify 'sanitation fleets and staffing practices.'

A new bill might outlaw oversized vehicles such as this truck. The high hoods and poor sight lines of such vehicles are contributing to a growing number of pedestrian deaths. Photo: File

New Bill Would Mandate Speed Governors and Set Limits on Huge SUVs on NY Streets by 2024

By Eve Kessler | Aug 22, 2022 | No Comments

Sen. Brad Hoylman introduces what he says is a first-in-the-nation effort to make active safety technology standard on new cars.

Monday’s Headlines: Weekend of Senseless Carnage Edition

By Eve Kessler | Aug 22, 2022 | No Comments

So many horrible crashes, so little time — and school's not even back yet! Plus other news.

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