Latest Policy News
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Applications Open for Autonomous Vehicle Testing in New York City
Mayor Adams has opened permit applications for autonomous vehicle testing in New York City, along with the corresponding requirements.
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US: May Mobility Looks to Reduce Reliance on City Parking
Through the integration of autonomous technologies, May Mobility aims to reduce reliance on parking to create more space in US cities.
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EU Future Mobility Taskforce Launches in Europe
In Europe, 18 companies have come together to launch the EU Future Mobility Taskforce, which will inform and provide guidance to policymaker…
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Virgin Atlantic Receives Permit to Fly Transatlantic Flight with 100% SAF
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued a Permit to Fly for Virgin Atlantic to conduct a transatlantic flight powered by 100% SAF.
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Terranet and AstaZero to Develop New ADAS Testing Methods
Vinnova has awarded a grant to Terranet and AstaZero to develop new testing methods for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
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UK Government Unveils Plan to Combat 'Anti-Car Measures'
The UK government has unveiled a new long-term plan to combat 'anti-car measures' such as 20mph speed limits and Low Traffic Neighbourhoods.
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UK DfT Introduces Revenue Certainty Scheme for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
The UK government has introduced a revenue certainty scheme to support the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
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ULEZ Expands to Greater London
From 29 August, London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has expanded city-wide to help improve air quality across the UK capital.
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EC Proposes Measures to Make Freight Transport More Efficient and Sustainable
The European Commission (EC) is proposing measures to make road and rail freight transport more efficient and sustainable.
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Driver Monitoring Systems: Smile for the Camera!
User acceptance of in-cabin sensors is a key factor in ensuring driver monitoring systems are effectively deployed in future vehicles.
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MTA Receives Federal Approval for NYC Congestion Charge
FHWA has provided a Letter of Legal Sufficiency for MTA to advance the implementation of a congestion pricing programme in NYC.
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NYC to Launch Local Delivery Microhub Pilot
NYC DOT Commissioner, Ydanis Rodriguez has announced a pilot programme that will test the effectiveness of local delivery microhubs.
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European Union Reaches Agreement to Cut Maritime Transport Emissions
The European Parliament and the Council of the European Union have reached an agreement to reduce maritime greenhouse gas emissions.
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US: 18 Major Transit Projects Recommended for FTA Funding
US Transportation Secretary, Pete Buttigieg has recommended 18 transit projects to receive 4.45 billion USD in funding.
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European Commission Defines Renewable Hydrogen for the Transport Industry
The European Commission has proposed detailed rules to define what can be considered renewable hydrogen in the EU.
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Vay Deploys First Vehicle without an In-Vehicle Driver on European Public Roads
Vay has operated its first driverless electric car on public roads in Hamburg using teledriving technology.
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New York Ride-Hailing Vehicles to Be Zero-Emission by 2030
Mayor of New York City, Eric Adams has announced that ride-hailing vehicles will be required to be zero-emission at tailpipe by 2030.
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UK Government Funds Projects to Decarbonise Highways
The UK government is providing 30 million GBP in funding for seven projects that will help decarbonise the nation's highways.
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City of London Proposes Permanent Restrictions for Britain’s First 'Zero-Emission' Street
The City of London has announced that restrictions on Britain’s first 24/7 ‘zero-emission street' could be introduced permanently.
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Lambeth Council to Reclaim Kerbside Parking for Sustainable Transport
Lambeth Council plans to transform kerbside parking in the London borough into areas such as bus lanes and EV charging points.
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First National Blueprint Released to Decarbonise US Transport
The Biden-Harris Administration has released the first US National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization.
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ORR: National Highways Must Deliver Better Performance
The ORR has published its first report on safety on the strategic road network and says National Highways must deliver better performance.
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UK Transport Minister Dismisses Legalising Helmets for Cyclists
UK Transport Minister, Jesse Norman, has responded to a question in UK Parliament on whether the DfT will legalise the use of helmets.
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SFMTA Approves Slow Streets Programme in San Francisco
SFMTA has approved the continuation of the Slow Streets programme to encourage people in San Francisco to use active transportation.