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Smartphones Distract Drivers Behind the Wheel — But Can Could They Also Help Them Pay Attention?

They’re indispensable. They’re addictive. They can also be dangerous.

August 1, 2023

Manhattan Elected Officials Urge Congestion Pricing Discount For Electric Cars

Some elected officials in Manhattan are asking for a break on the full congestion pricing toll for electric vehicles, but advocates aren't so sure. "We need to, in this case, encourage people to be taking mass transit and using alternative means of transportation."

July 31, 2023

DOT Rethinks ‘Terrible’ Atlantic Ave. BQE Ramp Redesigns

Maybe adding more highway infrastructure through Brooklyn is not the answer.

July 31, 2023

New Jersey Proposes Sweeping Reforms That Would Deal a Blow to Illegal Temp Tag Industry

The proposal, which follows a Streetsblog investigation, would be the most significant revision of the state's dealer regulations in more than a decade.

July 28, 2023

Friday’s Headlines: Mopeds Are Not the Enemy Edition

What should be done about mopeds? How about taking the streets from cars? And other news.

July 28, 2023

Deliveristas Turning to Gas-Fueled Mopeds: ‘I Don’t Have a Place to Charge the E-Bike’

Workers say that longer delivery distances are also prompting the switch.

July 27, 2023

Horrific Crash on Manhattan Bridge Bike Path Underscores Moped Crisis

Illegal and legal mopeds are forbidden yet are increasingly common on the span as delivery workers shift to faster vehicles to make their meager living.

July 27, 2023

City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks

The move would bring more daylighting to NYC streets.

July 27, 2023

Thursday’s Headlines: Street Transformation Edition

Brooklyn's Ashland Place is now one-way except for bicycles. Plus other news.

July 27, 2023