New resource for state DOTs
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Lessons learned from the missed opportunities of the Biden Administration
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Steven G. Bradbury, transit and Vision Zero opponent, named Deputy DOT Secretary nominee
Though transportation has often bridged party divides, just two weeks into President Trump’s second term there are numerous signs that this trend may shift....
Three opportunities to work with incoming USDOT Secretary Duffy
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Three transportation policy recommendations for state legislators and governors
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Divided by Design: Quantifying the damage of our transportation program
Our new report examines the racist roots of our current transportation system. Most importantly, it demonstrates how today’s policies and practices were shaped by...
Little-known university research centers could hold the key for transportation solutions
The infrastructure law sets aside funding for university transportation centers (UTCs) to research and provide actionable recommendations on emerging transportation issues. However, in the face...
The WIRED Guide to Self-Driving Cars
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