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Newsby StaffMarch 15, 2017

Las Vegas seeks permission to build light rail linking airport to 'The Strip'

The proposal heard in the Senate Transportation Committee would give local officials new authority to seek tax hikes or federal grants to finance an expanded portfolio of major transportation developments.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 11, 2017

Navya, Keolis launch driverless public transit vehicle pilot in Las Vegas

The public will be able to ride on the shuttle Jan. 11 to 20, as it travels along east Fremont Street between Las Vegas Boulevard and Eighth Street, with regular street traffic.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 5, 2017

Las Vegas summit highlights tech revolutionizing mass transit

Speakers focused on current actions making the emerging technology of advanced mobility a reality, including specific accomplishments and successful public/private partnerships.

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Newsby StaffDecember 12, 2016

Las Vegas strip transit service losing ridership to Uber, Lyft

RTC has watched bus ridership gradually decline along the Strip ever since state regulators allowed Uber and Lyft to operate in September 2015.

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Newsby StaffNovember 16, 2016

Las Vegas HSR plans may include station near proposed Raiders stadium site

The property is one of two locations XpressWest has explored for a Las Vegas terminus for the initial phase of a 185-mile, dual-track line to Victorville, Calif.

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Newsby StaffNovember 1, 2016

Las Vegas RTC completes Flamingo corridor improvements

The corridor is a major east-west arterial street that connects extensive existing and planned commercial and residential development directly to the heart of the Resort Corridor and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus.

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Newsby StaffMay 12, 2016

Hyperloop One completes open-air test, partners with global firms

Additionally, Hyperloop One announced that the company is participating in privately funded feasibility studies to examine the economic and social benefits of Hyperloop routes in Finland and Sweden.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 11, 2016

Las Vegas to launch 'Innovation District'

Officials are set to test out emerging technologies in the city’s tourism core,with the city hoping to capitalize on its long relationship with companies from the Computer Electronics Show.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 19, 2016

RTC partners with BCycle to install Las Vegas bike share system

Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada Selects BCycle to Install Las Vegas’ First Bike Share SystemSystem scheduled to open summer 2016

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Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2016

Las Vegas strip seen as prime location for light rail

Farebox revenue generated by the system would likely pay for operation and maintenance as well as some of the cost of building it, according to officials.

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