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commute times
Coverage of commute times in the Nexus archive.
- SMU report suggests driverless cars could cut congestion in DFW, concerns remain
An SMU study supports the claim that driverless cars could reduce congestion and commute times in DFW, though skepticism remains.
- America is stuck in a never-ending rush hour
Americans are experiencing increased traffic congestion due to off-peak commuting as workers return to offices post-pandemic. Commute times have risen, with an average of 27 minutes one-way in 2024, and congestion now occurs throughout the day as people travel at unusual hours to manage work and personal responsibilities.