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‘Stars On Cars’ Rating System Will Finally Grade How Safe Vehicles Are For People Their Drivers Hit

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has finally changed the nation's consumer safety rating system for new automobiles to accommodate vulnerable road users.

November 21, 2024

Who is Trump’s Would-Be US DOT Secretary Sean Duffy?

Former Fox News host, congressman, reality TV star and competitive lumberjack Sean Duffy has said he wants to "take an ax" to Washington. Will non-automotive modes get the chop, too?

November 20, 2024

Wednesday’s Headlines: Car Brain Edition

Two podcasts revealed again how elected officials believe that the cause of traffic is bike riders, not car drivers. Plus other news.

November 20, 2024

Allowing Cars on Park Row Would — Wait for It! — Bring More Cars Downtown, DOT Says

Chinatown residents worry the move will undercut efforts to make the area more welcoming for residents and visitors.

November 19, 2024

Tuesday’s Headlines: Suburban Agonistes Edition

Long Island Newsday has replaced the Times as the target of our outrage.

November 19, 2024

Toll of History, Part Deux: MTA Board Approves $9 Congestion Pricing Fee

Still, one of the city's most preeminent congestion pricing advocates will be holding his breath until Jan. 5.

November 18, 2024

As Congestion Pricing Passes, Suburban Naysayer on MTA Board Again Abuses His Placard

David Mack hates congestion pricing — but he loves complaining about people who park illegally (even as he parks illegally).

November 18, 2024

Reps. Torres, AOC Join to Oppose Hochul Effort to Widen Cross Bronx Expressway

The Bronx House reps told the governor that her plan to build a pair of hulking, highway-sized roads next to the existing scar is "doubling down on Robert Moses."

November 18, 2024

Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows

“This just confirms the old saying, ‘Cars don’t spend money, people spend money,’” said one open street advocate.

November 18, 2024

Monday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing Cometh Edition

Monday is congestion pricing day at the MTA Board. Plus more news.

November 18, 2024