Traffic

Heavy traffic on freeway in San Diego, California.

Why Traffic Never Gets Better

Despite abundant research showing that roadway expansions provide limited congestion relief and increase long-term traffic problems, they still occur due to wishful thinking: advocates claim that “this” project is different.

December 12, 2024 - Greater Greater Washington

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From 9-to-5 to Anytime: How Telecommuting Changes the Traffic Game

Not all cities have benefited equally from congestion relief brought on by shifting commuting patterns.

December 10, 2024 - Andreea Neculae

Bird's eye view of traffic entering Lincoln Tunnel in Weehawken, New Jersey heading into Manhattan, New York City.

Congestion Pricing Lives

New York Governor Hochul revived the dormant NYC congestion plan with a $9 toll, likely securing its implementation before the incoming Trump administration.

November 15, 2024 - The Guardian

Aerial view of Louvre Museum complex in Paris, France.

Paris Creates Limited Traffic Zone in City Center

Most vehicles will be barred from entering a 5.5 square kilometer zone to limit traffic, noise, and pollution.

November 4, 2024 - Le Monde

Close-up of Fastrak sign on California highway.

Report: Traffic Slower Near Bay Area Express Lanes

Highway 101 was expanded to add express lanes with the promise of reducing congestion for all of the roadway’s users.

October 29, 2024 - San Francisco Chronicle

View of traffic on Golden Gate Bridge at sunset.

San Francisco ‘Best-Performing Metro’ for VMT, Traffic Reduction

The city saw a 13 percent drop in miles driven per capita in the last five years.

September 27, 2024 - GovTech

Girl wearing Covid mask and backpack getting dropped off by mom at school.

School Drop-Off Traffic Is Causing a Congestion — and Social — Crisis

School drop-off lines are becoming longer and more isolating than ever.

September 20, 2024 - The Atlantic

View looking down indoor concourse at Los Angeles Union Station with “To Union Station East” and “Passageway to Trains and Patsaouras Bus Plaza” signs.

Can LA Achieve a ‘No-Car’ Olympics?

The city’s mayor promises all Olympic venues will be reachable by transit, but the city’s ability to finish its transit projects on time is coming into question.

August 14, 2024 - Associated Press

Blue "Welcome to Maine" road sign.

Maine Mobility Advocates Question Highway Expansion

State transportation officials say a proposed road expansion project would reduce congestion — if coupled with transit initiatives.

August 1, 2024 - Energy News Network

Excavator digging in an urban street with two workers standing next to it.

Tri-State Economies to Lose Billions From Congestion Pricing Pause

New York City’s congestion pricing program, suspended by Governor Hochul earlier this year, would have pumped $12 billion into local projects and jobs.

July 26, 2024 - StreetsBlog NYC

Cars on a New York City street

NYC Traffic Moving At Under 7 MPH, Congestion Pricing Remains Suspended

Congestion is making driving in the city slower than ever.

July 9, 2024 - StreetsBlog NYC

Aerial view of traffic in New York City entering Queens Midtown tunnel

NYC Congestion Pricing Postponed Indefinitely in 'Stunning Reversal'

MTA and transit advocates in New York City are blindsided by Gov. Kathy Hochul's announcement that the city’s long-awaited congestion pricing plan implementation will not move forward on June 30.

June 5, 2024 - ABC 7 Eyewitness News

Aerial view of traffic on road and buildings in the Bronx, New York City

Critics Say New York Highway Expansion Plans Oppose Climate Goals

Plans to widen some roads are drawing backlash from transit advocates who say they will lead to an increase in congestion and truck traffic.

May 15, 2024 - New York Daily News

Sillhouettes of group of people watching solar eclipse.

Towns Preparing for Eclipse Exodus

Monday’s solar eclipse will bring increased traffic to parts of the country in its path.

April 5, 2024 - Smart Cities Dive

Street Traffic in Manhattan

New York Congestion Pricing Approved by MTA Board

The program took another step forward as the board approved a proposed pricing scheme, but lawsuits still stand in the way of full implementation.

March 28, 2024 - Smart Cities Dive

Cars and double-decker bus in Dublin, Ireland.

Dublin Will Ban Through Traffic Downtown

A vast majority of residents support a plan to limit vehicular traffic through the city’s center.

February 20, 2024 - Bloomberg CityLab

Yellow taxis and white cars in traffic on New York City street.

Congestion Pricing: New York City’s Next Hero

Big problems need big solutions.

January 24, 2024 - Marcelo Remond

View of Minneapolis freeway with downtown skyline in background with light traffic at golden hour.

Twin Cities Commutes Faster Than Pre-Pandemic

Workers who have returned to in-person jobs are still experiencing less traffic congestion than in 2019.

October 27, 2023 - Axios

Close-up of 'bike lane' road sign with bike logo

Feared Traffic Increase From New Bike Lanes Failed to Materialize

Data from a much-criticized bike lane project in Montgomery County shows no noticeable decrease in vehicle capacity and a sharp decrease in bike fatalities.

August 13, 2023 - Greater Greater Washington

Cars in line at New York City tollbooths

How Will Congestion Pricing Impact New York Transit?

The city’s new congestion pricing program, scheduled to take effect next year, could mean billions in new transit funding.

July 10, 2023 - Gothamist

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