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Gas Prices Rise, The Most Efficient Way to Get Around: A Bicycle
technology26 days ago

Gas Prices Rise, The Most Efficient Way to Get Around: A Bicycle

Rising gas prices prompt a ranking of travel options by energy per mile (kWh/mi). The list shows bicycles as the most energy-efficient, with walking and the subway also very efficient when considering per-person energy use; electric vehicles like the Lucid Air and Kia EV6 are highly efficient as well, while internal-combustion options vary (the Prius remains a benchmark among ICE cars). Practical tips: bike or walk for short trips, and consider carpooling or transit to maximize energy savings, noting that efficiency depends on occupancy and vehicle design.

via Jalopnik|
#bicycles#electric-vehicles#energy-efficiency
Guadalajara inches toward normalcy after cartel-linked chaos
el-bajio1 month ago

Guadalajara inches toward normalcy after cartel-linked chaos

Guadalajara is slowly returning to normal after a violent Sunday sparked by the capture and death of cartel boss Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes. By Monday morning, four light-rail lines were back and most buses were operating, but authorities were still removing blockades and schools remained closed as residents sheltered in place. The Guadalajara airport faced flight cancellations and delays on Sunday with ripple effects into Monday; major markets shuttered and many shops remained closed. Overall, transit was gradually resuming in a cautious, uneven fashion while the city slowly reactivates.

via Mexico News Daily|
#cartels#el-bajio#el-mencho
Seattle Mayor Unveils Two Executive Orders to Speed Shelter and Transit
local2 months ago

Seattle Mayor Unveils Two Executive Orders to Speed Shelter and Transit

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced two executive orders aimed at accelerating shelter and housing options for people experiencing homelessness and improving bus reliability along Denny Way. The shelter-focused order directs city departments to identify barriers and fast-track expansion, prioritizing city-owned land and coordination with regional partners, while the transit-focused order tasks SDOT with delivering a detailed plan and timeline for at least one transit-priority improvement on Denny Way by April 17. More housing and transit actions are expected in coming months.

via KING5.com|
#denny-way#executive-orders#homelessness
North Texas Transit: Challenges, Changes, and Voter Decisions
local-government3 months ago

North Texas Transit: Challenges, Changes, and Voter Decisions

Four Dallas suburbs are considering leaving the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) system due to dissatisfaction with service and funding issues, which could significantly impact regional mobility, especially for low-income and non-driving residents, amid ongoing debates about transit funding, service quality, and regional growth challenges.

via The Texas Tribune|
#dart#local-government#public-transit
One Year of Congestion Pricing: Impact and Developments
city-planning3 months ago

One Year of Congestion Pricing: Impact and Developments

One year after implementing congestion pricing in Manhattan, traffic has decreased significantly, leading to faster commutes, safer streets, and increased transit ridership, though some residents feel the financial burden and personal impacts. The program has generated substantial revenue for transit improvements and appears to have positive effects on city life, with ongoing questions about its impact on air quality.

via The New York Times|
#city-planning#congestion-pricing#manhattan
Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as NYC's 112th Mayor in Unique Ceremony
local-politics3 months ago

Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as NYC's 112th Mayor in Unique Ceremony

Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the 112th mayor of New York City in an intimate ceremony at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station, becoming the city's first Muslim mayor and of South Asian descent. His inauguration included a public celebration in the Canyon of Heroes, and he appointed Mike Flynn as the new Department of Transportation commissioner to focus on improving city transit and streets.

via CBS News|
#inauguration#local-politics#new-york-city
Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as NYC Mayor in Symbolic Ceremony
local-politics3 months ago

Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as NYC Mayor in Symbolic Ceremony

Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the mayor of New York City in a private midnight ceremony at the old City Hall subway station, emphasizing his commitment to public transit and working-class communities. The event included a diverse group of attendees, a public swearing-in, and a block party, marking a significant political rise for Mamdani, who campaigned on affordability and social programs, and is the first NYC mayor sworn in using a Qur'an.

via The Guardian|
#local-politics#mayor#new-york-city
NYC Phases Out MetroCard in Favor of Tap-and-Go OMNY System
transportation3 months ago

NYC Phases Out MetroCard in Favor of Tap-and-Go OMNY System

The New York City subway is retiring its MetroCard system in favor of the fully contactless OMNY system, with the last day to buy or refill a MetroCard being December 31, 2025. The transition aims to modernize fare payments, reduce costs, and improve convenience, although some riders express concerns about accessibility and data privacy.

via ABC7 New York|
#contactless-payment#metrocard#new-york-subway