Transportation

In Defense of the Urban Freeway

Many of the people who choose to live downtown actually work in the suburbs. Ironically it's the much-maligned urban freeway system that makes this lifestyle possible.

As Cities Encourage Pedestrians and Biking, Another Trend Emerges: More Deaths

Communities have done a great job encouraging residents to walk and bike more. But they're struggling to keep those same residents safe on the streets.

Why is the U.S. Unwilling to Pay for Good Public Transportation?

Massive problems facing D.C.'s subway system symbolize the disparities between transit in the U.S. and the rest of the world.

California's New Model for Growth? "Mashable" Metros, With Transportation Options

It won’t be cars or transit; it won’t be houses or apartments; it won’t be downtowns or malls. It’ll be a mashup that gives residents options.

Cities Are Embracing Streetcars, But It's Not Always Smooth Sailing

Recent streetcar stumbles may offer lessons for cities.