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Q&A: On the Front Lines of America’s ‘Long War to Take Back Streets’

Streetsblog chats with author Nicole Gelinas, whose new book, "Movement," is a deep dive into all the ways our cities have been destroyed by cars.

November 6, 2024

EVs — What Are They Good For?

U.S. electric vehicles are only slightly less harmful to the environment and society than conventional gasoline cars, according to a new analysis.

October 15, 2024

Opinion: How to Make Half the Country Oppose Safe Streets

Framing Vision Zero as pro-Democrat and anti-Republican alienates potential allies.

September 27, 2024

Monday’s Headlines: ‘It’s the Car Culture, Stupid’ Edition

The Times is so blind to car culture that it can't even blame the automobile for sedentary lifestyles. Plus other news.

September 23, 2024

Car Cultured: Rep. Goldman Joins Push to ‘Reopen’ Park Row to Drivers

The federal lawmaker has quietly weighed in on the controversial push to bring cars back to Park Row.

September 18, 2024

Hochul Ditches $10K Car Dealer Fundraiser Amid Congestion Pricing Uproar

The Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association was slated to host a $10,000-a-ticket reception for the governor.

June 10, 2024

‘Brake’ Podcast: Why ‘Sustainable Transport’ Is Not Enough — Even in The Netherlands

A book written for Dutch audiences unpacks why even the Netherlands still must work to make its "transportation" system more welcoming.

June 4, 2024

Thursday’s Headlines: Both Sides Now Edition

Do we really have to listen to the trolls, the haters and the excessive drivers? Plus other news.

May 23, 2024