Transportation
Who Has The Nation's Worst Traffic?
Despite slow growth in jobs and travel, traffic congestion continues to worsen, costing Americans $63.1 billion a year.
Debunking Transportation Myths
Politicians will tell you that the only way to solve traffic congestion is to buil more roadways. The facts, however, support a different theory.
America's Infatuation with SUVs Waning
While gasoline prices -- and sales for Toyota's Prius hybrid -- continue to climb, SUVs are becoming "white elephants"
SUV Sales Begin To Fall In Texas
As the cost to gas up a full-size SUV nears $100, even Texans are beginning to rethink purchasing the 'National Car of Texas'.
The Technology To Eliminate Traffic
As traffic continues to worsen, new technologies and market-based approaches to congestion pricing are gaining acceptance.
Freeway Shootings Puts L.A. Drivers On Best Behavior
Driving in L.A. has always been fraught with peril -- and the recent shootings have only made drivers more aware of the dangers.
Rethinking The Interstate's State-Federal Relationship
As Interstate Highway System approaches the 50-years mark, the system's future is becoming a subject of growing discussion.
The Hybrid Car: Hype or Future?
Automakers are betting that hybrid cars will grow from a niche market to the next line of "must-have" vehicles.
Citizens Should Demand Higher Gas Prices
A new paper evaluates public policy options for responding to rising fuel prices.
Changes In Living Patterns In A Car-oriented Community
Lifestyles, high gas prices, and the Smart Commute Initiatve combine to provide ample incentive to ride transit in St. Louis.
A 12-Step Program For Car Junkies
Livable Places publishes a guide for 'car junkies' on how to give up driving in Los Angeles.
The Scooter Takes On New York
Long popular in European cities, the scooter has recently made inroads in New York City.
West Bank-Gaza Strip High Speed Rail Line Proposed
The Rand Corporation, a California-based think tank, proposes high speed rail between Gaza and the West Bank, with possible links to Tel Aviv, Cairo, Beirut, and Aqaba.
The Beltway Gets HOT
A deal has been struck for a private company to build HOT lanes on the Virginia side of the Capital Beltway, at no cost to the state.
Learning How Not To Drive
Livable Places staff members leave their cars at home and opt for a smart growth lifestyle in Los Angeles.
Santa Fe Might Raise Parking Rates
An advisory panel narrowly approved a measure that would increase downtown parking to pay for a new parking structure.
Parking Problems in Britain Expected To Worsen
With one parking spot for every ten cars, Britain seeks solutions to parking woes.
Rapid Transit Bill Needs Major Push To Pass Florida State Legislature
A $100 tax on all new vehicles is at the center of major plans to change the face of rapid transit throughout all of South Florida.
Is Leasing Toll Roads A Smart Move?
A key factor in toll road lease agreements is shifting risk from the public sector to sophisticated investors.
Bush-Whack For Amtrak
Amtrak's Acela line "brake-downer" couldn't have come at a worse time forthe company, as Congress considers pulling Federal funds.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
Heyer Gruel & Associates PA
JM Goldson LLC
Custer County Colorado
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Jefferson Parish Government
Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Claremont
