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ArticlesAugust 21, 2017

Autonomous Vehicles Have Potential to Deliver Array of Benefits

More than 10 years ago, in a dusty California desert, the rubber of the CAV revolution met the road with the first autonomously-navigated vehicles participating in one of the first events that sparked the development of self-driving cars...

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Newsby StaffAugust 18, 2017

Fiat Chrysler joining BMW, Intel, Mobileye autonomous development group

Will bring engineering and other technical resources and expertise to the cooperation, as well as its significant sales volumes, geographic reach, and longtime experience in North America.

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Newsby StaffAugust 15, 2017

First Transit brings autonomous shuttles to Texas sports fans

The AV passenger shuttles will offer convenient transportation connecting sports fans heading to Globe Life Park, home of the Texas Rangers, and AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, from parking lots surrounding both stadiums.

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ArticlesAugust 11, 2017

BusCon Bringing Latest in Tech, Vehicles to Indianapolis

“North America’s Biggest Bus Show” offers attendees more than just buses, including a packed show floor of products, the Transit Maintenance Forum, and top-notch educational programming. Keynote Address will discuss connected and autonomous vehicle technologies and their potential impact on transportation.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2017

Transportation technologies receive $600K from U. of Mich.

The statewide program funds translational research applications in advanced transportation materials, robotics and autonomy, sensors, electric vehicle drivetrain/propulsion, software/controls/data, and advanced manufacturing processes. 

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Newsby StaffJuly 25, 2017

BusCon Keynote Address to discuss connected/autonomous tech

In what is sure to be an interesting discussion, WSP USA's Scott Shogan will discuss its potential effects on public and private bus and shuttle operators, as well the creation of new opportunities in a shared economy.

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Newsby StaffJuly 24, 2017

Lyft to begin building its own self-driving technology

Although it has formed several partnerships with auto and tech companies, company is now saying it wants a build its own technology stack so it can operate its own self-driving cars.

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ArticlesJuly 10, 2017

Building Multimodal Models, New Tech Integration Key Contractor Focus

As cities and municipalities look to build a more well-connected transportation system with several modal options, contractors are able to bring their worldwide expertise to make the process more seamless using the latest innovations, including the further development of autonomous vehicle technology.

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Newsby StaffJuly 6, 2017

Keolis launches electric autonomous shuttle pilot in Paris business district

If these trials are successful, this shuttle service could become a permanent mobility solution in the region, with additional services and the creation of new lines.

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Newsby StaffJune 30, 2017

Transdev North America names new CEO

The appointment of Yann Leriche includes contracts for bus, paratransit, streetcar, rail, and light-rail services in more than 200 cities and communities, encompassing a workforce of some 23,000.

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