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Newsby StaffMarch 2, 2020

L.A. Metro to launch 3-year microtransit program

The board approved awarding a $29-million contract to private ridesharing company RideCo Inc. to partner with Metro to operate the service, subject to resolution of any protests.

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Transit Dispatchesby Paul ComfortFebruary 26, 2020

What Does the Future of Public Transportation Look Like?

One of the largest trends over the past couple years in public transit has been implementing new strategies to increase ridership.

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Transit Dispatchesby Charlie KnuthFebruary 26, 2020

Is commuting the new smoking?

Data overwhelmingly shows why workers should opt-out of driving alone to work each day — not just for their own health, but for the improvement of their work performance, too.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2020

MARTA appoints second-in-command for bus, rail operations

Santiago Osorio will serve as deputy chief, bus operations, while George Wright was promoted to deputy chief, rail operations.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2020

New book to look at 'future of public transportation'

The book is written by transit industry leader Paul Comfort and over 40 top public transit leaders, futurists, and associations is being released March 1, 2020.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 13, 2020

Sustainable transport on track to bypass cars by 2030 in largest cities

Cycling is predicted to increase by 18%, while walking and public transport usage will rise by 15% and 6% respectively.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 13, 2020

Columbus unveils nation's first public AV shuttle for residential area

Two all-electric vehicles, serviced by autonomous mobility provider EasyMile, will service the 2.9-mile route.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 5, 2020

L.A., London team up on transportation innovation

Cities will partner to encourage innovators and start-ups to find creative solutions to major transportation challenges.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 4, 2020

NY MTA seeks shared-mobility company to support late-shift program

Agency requests proposals from companies seeking to connect riders with subway during overnight hours, outside of Manhattan.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 4, 2020

New Zealand, mobility co. to pilot world's first autonomous air taxi

Wisk, based in the San Francisco Bay Area and New Zealand, is backed by The Boeing Co. and Kitty Hawk Corp.

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