Latest Policy News
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UK: TfN Opens Consultation on Draft Transport Strategy
Transport for the North has opened a consultation on a new draft strategy that aims to increase access to public transport.
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US Department of Transportation Publishes New Road Safety Guidance
The US Department of Transportation has released new guidance aiming to cut the number of people killed in collisions with motor vehicles.
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New Report Reveals Public Support for Pay-As-You-Drive Scheme
Campaign for Better Transport has revealed that 49% of people support a pay-as-you-drive scheme, while only 18 percent oppose the idea.
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Australia: NSW Government Presents Future Transport Strategy
The NSW government has unveiled a new Future Transport Strategy that aims to make transport in the state quicker, more convenient and safer.
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UK Government Publishes Transport Decarbonisation Update
The UK government has published an update on its Transport Decarbonisation Plan, outlining its commitments to reducing GHG emissions.
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European Commission Invests €5.4bn in Sustainable Transport Infrastructure
The European Commission has invested 5.4 billion EUR in 135 infrastructure projects across the EU to promote sustainable future transport.
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UN Regulation Increases Automated Driving Speed Limit to 130km/h
UN Regulation No. 157 has extended the maximum speed limit for Automated Driving Systems (ADS) to 130 kilometres per hour.
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Mayor of London Proposes Expansion of ULEZ
A consultation has been launched on plans to expand London's ULEZ to Greater London to help improve air quality in the UK capital.
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UK Government Assumes International Transport Forum Presidency
The UK government is assuming the presidency of the International Transport Forum to provide cleaner, safer transportation.
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UK Government to Fund Zero-Emission Road Freight Programme
Over 200 million GBP in UK government funding will be invested in a zero-emission road freight trial programme.
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US DOT Announces Carbon Reduction Program
The US DOT's Federal Highway Administration has announced a new Carbon Reduction Program with 6.4 billion USD in funding.
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UK Launches Zero Emission Flight Delivery Group
The UK has launched the Zero Emission Flight Delivery Group to advance the development of battery and hydrogen-powered flights.
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UK Government Awards £1.95 Million for Future Transport Projects
The Department for Transport (DfT) has awarded 1.95 million GBP in funding to future transport projects in the UK.
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UK Transport Committee Calls for New National Road Pricing Scheme
The UK Transport Committee has highlighted the need for a road pricing system to maintain the link between motoring taxation and road usage.…
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IIHS Creates Safeguard Ratings for Partial Automation
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is developing a ratings program to evaluate the safeguards that vehicles with partial auto…
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UK Government to Pause Rollout of Smart Motorways
The UK government are pausing the rollout of new smart motorway schemes until they can review 5 years of safety data.
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New Jersey Adopts Advanced Clean Trucks Rule
New Jersey has adopted the Advanced Clean Trucks rule. The policy will phase in electric trucks to reduce air pollutants.
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24-Hour Bus Lanes Trial Set to Become Permanent in London
TfL will make its trial of 24-hour bus lanes permanent, after a trial resulted in reduced journey times and improved reliability.
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New Building Regulations Mandate Charge Point Infrastructure in England
The UK Government has consulted on proposals to introduce building regulations which will mandate charge point infrastructure in new homes.
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London to Intensify Efforts to Achieve Vision Zero
TfL to introduce tougher measures and a 20mph speed limit on 220km of their roads by 2024 to try to eliminate deaths and serious injuries.
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Safe and Innovative Cities: Introducing the PREVENT PCP Project
PREVENT PCP is a research project aiming to improve security in public transport with the use of technical solutions.
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Drivers Urged to Check Their Vehicle Ahead of ULEZ Expansion
With a week to go until the ULEZ expands, TfL is urging drivers to use its online vehicle checker to make sure they don't get caught out.
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UK Civil Aviation Authority Announces eVTOL Safety Consortium
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has established an international consortium of eVTOL industry leaders and aviation experts.
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E10 Petrol Available at Pumps from Today
Fuel pumps across Great Britain are now greener, with the introduction of E10 as the new standard grade of petrol.