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An Estonian startup has created MiCa, a self-driving electric shuttle that solves the "last mile" problem keeping people from using public transit. The compact bus has already operated in 17 countries and runs up to 20 hours daily.
South Metro Atlanta is getting the nation's first autonomous public transit network this December, offering free rides 24/7 on vehicles that combine the privacy of a car with the affordability of a bus. After ten years of development, Glydways is proving that cities don't need billions to build modern mass transit.
The Dutch government is considering a €49 monthly ticket that would give travelers unlimited access to all buses, trams, and trains across the country. The move could ease the financial strain of rising fuel costs while encouraging greener transportation choices.
A lonely Toronto commuter transformed his own life by doing something radically simple: wishing strangers a great day on public transit. Now Minjae Cho's daily acts of kindness are changing how an entire city connects.
South Metro Atlanta is building the world's first fully automated public transit system using driverless electric pods on dedicated guideways. The half-mile pilot could move 10,000 people per hour at bus prices without adding a single road.
Starting Tuesday, every train, tram, and bus ride in Victoria will be completely free for an entire month. The move aims to ease the financial strain on families as fuel prices climb across Australia.
Hong Kong's redesigned public transit discount program saved $9 million in its first month by discouraging wasteful long-distance trips. The change affects 2.7 million daily riders while keeping affordable fares intact.
Tourists visiting South Korea can now use their iPhones and Apple Watches to pay for buses, subways, and taxis without buying physical transit cards or exchanging cash. The new system works with international Mastercard cards and is available across major cities.
As cities slash bus routes, advocates and researchers are fighting back with creative solutions to help millions of Americans without cars reach grocery stores. From taxi vouchers to route redesigns, communities are proving that better transit access means better food security.
A Dutch judge ordered a website offline after it tricked hundreds of people into paying five times the normal price for public transport cards. The ruling marks a major win for consumer protection and rail travelers across the Netherlands.
A New South Wales parliamentary inquiry is hearing solutions to revitalize Sydney's struggling live music scene, including free public transport on weekends. Industry leaders say better transit access could help young audiences across Greater Sydney enjoy more live shows.
Nigeria's Federal Government approved a ₦1 trillion ($2 billion) metropolitan rail system for Kano, promising to ease traffic and boost economic growth in one of West Africa's largest cities. The modern transit network will connect key districts across the bustling metropolis.
New York City Transit's lost and found returns thousands of items each month to grateful passengers, proving that losing something on the subway doesn't have to mean losing it forever. From cellphones to cremated remains, dedicated workers are matching lost treasures with their relieved owners.
When Troy left his bag of hair clippers on a subway, he thought they were gone forever. Thanks to NYC Transit's lost and found team, he got them back along with 3,000 other people reunited with their belongings every month.
The East African nation of Uganda just announced a $1.7 billion plan to convert all its buses and motorcycle taxis to electric vehicles by 2030. The ambitious strategy could create over 500,000 green jobs while slashing transportation emissions by a quarter.
A small shift of drivers to public transit could slash your commute time by up to 35%, even if you never ride the bus. Better transit options help drivers too.
Mysuru installed mirror walls in problem areas to stop public urination by making offenders see themselves in the act. The clever solution tackles a symptom of India's bigger challenge: a massive shortage of clean public toilets.
Tulsa's bus rapid transit line has exceeded all expectations since launching in 2019, proving that fast, affordable public transit can transform a city. Now a second route is on the way. #
A former public housing building in Chicago's South Side just became the nation's first museum dedicated to the stories of public housing residents. It took 26 years of activism to preserve these stories after thousands of families were displaced.
After ten years of testing, Norway has approved fully autonomous buses to drive on public roads without any human driver behind the wheel. This European first could arrive as soon as May.
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