transportation
Coverage of transportation in the Nexus archive.
- Charlotte swears in new interim mayor
Robert Harrington was sworn in as the new mayor of Charlotte, promising to prioritize public safety, affordable housing, and transportation during his 17-month term.
- EU unveils plan to help the bloc’s overlooked islands and coastal communities
The European Union has announced a plan to enhance transportation, address energy isolation, and increase housing for its islands and coastal communities.
- Boulder County residents speak out on cost of living, transit, climate at Denver7 | Your Voice event
Boulder County residents discussed rising living costs, transportation challenges, and climate concerns during a Denver7 Your Voice event. Attendees highlighted financial struggles, potential Medicaid cuts, and fears over RTD service reductions, while also praising the community's natural beauty and sense of connection.
- Simple ways to save more without changing your lifestyle
Nicole Middendorf, CEO of Prosperwell Financial, suggests splitting spending into transportation, living, and food categories to save money. She recommends reducing food expenses by adjusting percentages and checking Amazon carts only on Fridays to avoid unnecessary purchases.
- City releases draft of AnnexCOS plan, asking for public feedback
The City of Colorado Springs has released a draft AnnexCOS plan for public feedback, aiming to guide future annexation decisions. The draft incorporates priorities identified through community engagement in 2024 and 2025, including infrastructure, transportation, and housing. Public input is accepted until July 7 to inform discussions by the Planning Commission, City Council, and Planning Department.
- Nigerian govt disburses N13 billion interest-free loans to 7,450 tertiary institution workers
The Nigerian government has disbursed N13 billion in interest-free loans to 7,450 tertiary institution workers, allowing access to up to N10 million per individual for transportation, healthcare, and small-scale business ventures. The loans are capped at 33.3% of the workers' gross annual salaries.
- Candidates pursuing retiring Md. Rep. Steny Hoyer’s seat in Congress weigh in on issues
Candidates for retiring Rep. Steny Hoyer's Maryland 5th District congressional seat include 24 Democrats and 3 Republicans. Key issues highlighted by candidates include affordability and transportation, with some emphasizing the need for federal intervention in local projects like the Southern Maryland Rapid Transit.
- US-Iran deal allows Tehran to immediately sell oil upon signing, says US official
The U.S. and Iran have reached a memorandum of understanding allowing Iran to immediately sell oil and fuel once the agreement is signed, with sanctions waived for oil sales and related services like banking, transportation, and insurance. The deal includes conditions.
- TechCrunch Mobility: SpaceX rockets past Tesla
The article highlights SpaceX surpassing Tesla in the context of mobility and AI integration. It positions TechCrunch Mobility as a hub for transportation innovation and AI advancements.
- How to pick a summer vacation you can actually afford
WalletHub identified Atlanta, Orlando, Austin, Washington DC, and Honolulu as top summer travel destinations balancing affordability and activities. The survey emphasizes budget planning, noting over 50% of travelers worry about post-vacation credit card bills. Destinations like Las Vegas and McAllen scored lowest due to higher costs or fewer options.
- Economic reforms have restored credibility, stability – Tinubu
President Tinubu stated that economic reforms have restored credibility and stability, with investor confidence returning as investments grow in sectors like agriculture, energy, manufacturing, technology, mining, transportation, and creative industries.
- Turkiye’s top diplomat, Indonesia’s president discuss $10bn trade goal
Turkiye’s top diplomat and Indonesia’s president discussed a $10bn trade goal, focusing on sectors such as defense, energy, transportation, and the halal food industry.
- It’s official: More money is now spent building data centers than the government spends on transportation
Construction spending on data centers surpassed public spending on transportation, according to the April construction-spending report from the Census Bureau. This marks a notable milestone in infrastructure investment priorities.
- TechCrunch Mobility: It doesn’t matter that people hate the Ferrari Luce
The article introduces TechCrunch Mobility as a hub for the future of transportation and highlights the role of AI in this space. It notes public criticism of the Ferrari Luce, though the article does not elaborate on the reasons for this sentiment.
- Brutal karma for Nithya Raman as she goes ballistic over ‘homeless encampment’ outside her home
Nithya Raman reacted strongly to a homeless encampment near her home, expressing frustration that the campaign had shifted focus from bike lanes and transportation to this issue.
- TechCrunch Mobility: How do you issue a ticket to a robotaxi?
TechCrunch Mobility serves as a central hub for news and insights on future transportation, including topics like robotaxis. The article introduces the platform's focus on innovative mobility solutions.
- TechCrunch Mobility: Elon’s admission
TechCrunch Mobility returns as a central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. The article mentions Elon’s admission but provides no further details.
- TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era
Uber is entering a new phase focused on maximizing assets, as highlighted in TechCrunch Mobility's coverage of transportation and AI advancements.
- How the war with Iran is affecting your wallet
The conflict with Iran is driving up costs in transportation and food production, impacting American life. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports on these economic effects.
- TechCrunch Mobility: Who is poaching all the self-driving vehicle talent?
The article explores the competitive landscape of self-driving vehicle talent acquisition, highlighting how companies are aggressively poaching experts in AI-driven transportation. TechCrunch Mobility emphasizes the growing role of AI in shaping the future of transportation.