Here’s one thing some advocates think President Biden could do to curb climate change: Keep gas prices above $5 a gallon. (Bloomberg)
High gas prices are fueling the popularity of anti-car online communities. (CNET)
Encouraging biking would be a great way for the Biden administration to save Americans money at the pump. (People for Bikes)
A shortage of bus drivers is hampering transit agencies’ ability to bounce back from the pandemic. (Route Fifty)
Uber admitted to covering up a 2016 data hack but won’t be prosecuted (Reuters). It’s also doubling down on the grocery delivery business (CNBC).
States like California are reconsidering jaywalking penalties in light of evidence that police disproportionately enforce the laws against low-income individuals and people of color. (Pew Trusts)
President Biden has nominated a former Colorado and Delaware transportation official to head the Federal Highway Administration. (White House)
In the latest Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority safety disaster, a Boston train caught fire during the morning commute. (Washington Post)
Austin has seen a 31 percent reduction in serious injuries and deaths from car crashes since it started improving intersections as part of its Vision Zero program in 2016. (Community Impact)
Indianapolis has created a new Fatal Crash Review Team to evaluate dangerous streets and intersections. (WISH)
Oregon’s new law easing parking mandates will lead to vacant buildings being renovated and more shared parking lots among businesses. (Sightline)
With drivers and cyclists constantly bickering about who’s breaking the law, the Miami New Times breaks down the rules of the road.
NPR‘s Bill Chappell rhapsodizes about the pleasures of riding a bike.
