London urbanism, planning, transport, housing and public realm news with source-aware context.
The Trump administration has awarded no new transit capital grants for 18 months, raising questions about the vulnerability of transport funding to…
Read updateA US transport secretary’s request to restrict federal support for bike lanes has no direct effect on London, but it highlights how…
Read updateA Streetsblog USA discussion on pedestrian deaths is not a London data story, but it highlights a live public-realm question for the…
Read updateThis US-focused headlines roundup contains no London or UK urbanism content. The story is not publishable on London Urbanism Desk. Readers are…
Read updateThe Federal Highway Administration has removed protected bike lanes, road diets, and speed cameras from its list of "Proven Safety Countermeasures," sparking…
Read updateNew research indicates that driving over the speed limit provides negligible time benefits, challenging common perceptions of speed and efficiency on the…
Read updateSFMTA's Director of Transportation discusses how the agency adapted during COVID-19, prioritising reliable service delivery and implementing innovative maintenance strategies for its…
Read updateA recent report highlights the direct correlation between road design prioritizing vehicle speed and an increased risk of pedestrian and cyclist fatalities.
Read updateWhile recent figures show a welcome drop in pedestrian deaths, a new report highlights a significant increase over the past decade, prompting…
Read updateThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating reports of autonomous vehicles obstructing emergency responders, a significant concern for public safety…
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