US Regulators Propose Removing Brake Pedal Requirement for Autonomous Vehicles
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is considering a rule change that would allow fully autonomous vehicles to be manufactured…
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Eve Air Mobility Pursues New Strategy for Urban Air Travel
The air taxi manufacturer, with ties to Embraer, is adapting its approach to integrating aerial transport into congested urban environments.
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UK Homes with Smart Batteries Could Support Data Centre Power Needs
Developers suggest that aggregated power from residential batteries and smart thermostats could offer a flexible solution to the growing demand from data…
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Brooklyn-Queens Expressway Faces Uncertain Future as “Failure” Becomes a Viable Option
A growing movement in New York City advocates for the complete demolition of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, drawing parallels to the fate of…
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US Housing Act Blocked by President Amidst Congressional Approval
A significant federal bill aimed at addressing the US housing crisis has been halted by President Trump, despite passing both houses of…
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Cincinnati Plans for Climate-Driven Population Growth
Cincinnati is developing a readiness plan to manage anticipated population growth driven by climate change, viewing it as an economic opportunity while…
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Seattle Social Housing Agency Gains Power to Issue Bonds for Affordable Housing
The Seattle City Council has approved a significant financial measure allowing the city's Social Housing Developer to issue bonds, a move intended…
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Maui Council Approves New Zoning Districts for Vacation Rentals Amidst Housing Concerns
The Maui County Council has advanced a bill to create new hotel zoning districts, potentially allowing thousands of existing vacation rentals to…
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Chicago Bus Operator Highlights Systemic Issues in Service Reliability
An anonymous Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus operator details how the current structure of Bus Control leads to significant delays and service…
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Waymo, the self-driving technology subsidiary of Alphabet, is undertaking a significant recall affecting nearly 4,000 of its robotaxis. The
Waymo is recalling almost 4,000 of its autonomous vehicles following multiple incidents where they failed to correctly navigate active construction zones, prompting…
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Seattle Atlas Tool Aims to Demystify Zoning and Foster Housing Debate
An interactive online map, Seattle Atlas, seeks to make complex zoning regulations more accessible to residents, encouraging informed discussions about housing development…
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The 30% Housing Affordability Rule Is Officially Obsolete
Decades-old guidance suggesting housing should cost no more than 30% of income is no longer a realistic benchmark for many, forcing significant…
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