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ArticlesJuly 12, 2018

Automated Vehicle Deployments Gaining in Popularity

Many new automated vehicle deployments are for fixed-route applications with defined coverage areas, or for first/last mile deployments around a hub.

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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2018

New Flyer joins group to support charging standards for all-electric vehicles

CharIN’s mission is to promote Combined Charging Systems as the standard for all types of battery-electric vehicles.

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Newsby StaffApril 25, 2018

New Flyer signs onto Shared Mobility Principles for Livable Cities pact

The commitment makes New Flyer the first bus manufacturer in the world to sign on.

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Newsby StaffMarch 14, 2018

Chicago Transit Launches New Intersection Content Platform

The CTA is using IxNConnect to ensure that customers will always have access to real-time transit information.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 16, 2018

CARTA receives 'smart city' award for electric car share project

This new electric vehicle framework will also provide a foundation for the introduction of connected and autonomous vehicle technology as well as mobility-on-demand solutions.

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Transit Dispatchesby Kyle ConnorJanuary 23, 2018

How IoT Will Transform Transportation in 2018 and Beyond

The Internet of Things and evolution of smart cities means that transportation is primed to undergo some rapid and disruptive changes in the near future.

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Transit Dispatchesby Kyle ConnorDecember 20, 2017

4 Tech Speed Bumps to Avoid on the Road to Connected Transportation Systems

While physical assets and roadside infrastructure are a vital part of connected transportation systems, in many cities and states, it is the underlying technology network that is most lagging.

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ArticlesDecember 6, 2017

Kansas City's Starter Streetcar Line is Sustainable, 'Smart' Endeavor

Since voters green-lit the project by approving its major funding source in 2012, some $1.7 billion in economic development has initiated around the 2.2-mile streetcar line.

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Newsby StaffDecember 4, 2017

COTA to interview three candidates for CEO post

The new leader of the transit agency likely will determine if COTA remains a bus company, implements light rail or takes advantage of its SmartColumbus connection.

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Newsby StaffOctober 4, 2017

Congress members propose $220M Smart Cities bill

In addition to government assistance and resources, the Smart Cities and Communities Act of 2017 also calls for structured federal coordination in the establishment of smart city programs, including improved reporting processes and a higher demonstration of the value of smart cities.

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