Transportation

Eco-Subsidies Not Enough To Combat Voter Dissatisfaction

Poll shows that Australians disapprove of the Federal Government's response to increases in gas prices and interest rates.

August 15, 2006 - The Sydney Morning Herald

Boise Chamber Takes On Transit Tax

A half-cent sales tax for transit is proposed for the Idaho capital.

August 15, 2006 - The Idaho Statesman

Segway Introduces Two New Models

The Segway Transporter, a people mover that has never met initial sales expectations, introduces two new models.

August 15, 2006 - The New York Times

Does Pushing The Walk Button Really Work?

Chicago's walk buttons are connected to traffic signals, but in places like New York, 80% of walk buttons are disconnected.

August 15, 2006 - The Chicago Tribune

Do Speed Bumps Increase Traffic Safety?

Randall O'Toole and Kathleen Calongne examine the findings from a recent report that suggests that speed humps make streets 50 to 60 percent safer for children, and reach a different conclusion.

August 15, 2006 - The Thoreau Institute

Australia Sounds The Alarm On Cities And Public Health

Suburban growth patterns are among a host of factors considered detrimental to public health in several recent stories featured in the Australian media.

August 14, 2006 - The Sydney Morning Herald

Resolving the Sprawl vs Traffic Debate? Not really.

When jobs move to the suburbs, does the commute suffer? It depends on the industry, but overall, not much, if at all, suggests UCLA planning professor and blogger Randall Crane.

August 12, 2006 - Randall Crane's Urban Planning Research Blog

Measuring Quality Of Life In The Treasure Valley Region

A report by Institute for Urban & Regional Planning at Boise State University looks at competitiveness and quality of life of the Treasure Valley.

August 11, 2006 - Boise State University Public Policy Center

The Limitations Of Hybrid Buses

Elk Grove, CA has one of the nation's fastest growing and cleanest bus systems, but has experienced a form of "hybrid melt-down" as a result of using the hybrid buses for regional rather than local trips.

August 10, 2006 - The Sacramento Bee

Grading The Best Traffic Solutions For Los Angeles?

Almost everyone complains about the traffic in Los Angeles. The city holds the dubious honor of being the most congested and polluted region in the country. UCLA urban planning professor and blogger Randall Crane grades wide range of solutions.

August 10, 2006 - Randall Crane's Urban Planning Research Blog

Long Commutes Really Are Bad For You

A recent study confirms reveals that long work commutes, be they by car, train, or bus, can significant raise stress levels and impact a person's health.

August 9, 2006 - Hindustan Times

Rochester, N.Y. Considers Light Rail

Rochester considers options for a new light rail system.

August 9, 2006 - Rochester Democrat & Chronicle

Audio Interview With 'Aerotropolis' Author

Writer Greg Lindsay discusses his article "Rise of the Aerotropolis" which was featured in the July/August issue of Fast Company.

August 9, 2006 - Fast Company

New Parking Meters Aim To Boost Cities' Revenue

A U.S. firm is testing new smart parking meters that use sonar technology to reset its timer when a car leaves a parking space.

August 8, 2006 - Voice Of America

Why High Gas Prices Haven't Affected Driving Behavior

As gasoline prices settle at $3/gallon, oil consumption continues to climb.

August 8, 2006 - The Denver Post

Milan, Italy, Considering Car Surcharge

The Italian capital of style is considering following in London's footsteps and charging drivers for bring vehicles into the city's core.

August 7, 2006 - The Economist.com

New Delhi's Terrible Traffic

Study blames New Delhi's hazardous traffic conditions on corruption.

August 6, 2006 - The Los Angeles Times

Toronto's Bus Rapid Transit Success Story

The city's suburban express-bus network has attracted attention from transit administrators from the U.S. due to its high-tech and rider-friendly service.

August 6, 2006 - The Toronto Star

California's Failed Attempts With Alternative Fuels

The state's efforts to wean itself from petroleum since the 1979 oil shock have not produced a shift away from gasoline powered cars, though regulations have proven successful in improving air quality.

August 5, 2006 - The Wall Street Journal

France's Pedestrian Utopia

The French city of Montpellier's experiment in car-free planning is a future worth sharing, writes John Allemang.

August 5, 2006 - The Globe and Mail

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