California tests smart freeway that could make drivers wait four minutes to merge
Officials say longer waits at on-ramps could reduce stop-and-go congestion and shorten overall trips
Transportation articles
An electric air taxi just flew from JFK to Manhattan in under 10 minutes
Joby's electric aircraft takes on real routes in New York pilot program
World's largest battery maker is taking EV tech to the seas
CATL is adapting its battery systems for ships, betting on electrification as the next frontier beyond road transport
Electric air taxis will enter US skies this summer under FAA pilot
eVTOLs prepare for real-world trials across eight states
Forward-looking: The next major revolution in aviation may not happen at 35,000 feet, but a few hundred feet above city streets. This June, a new class of aircraft – electric and hybrid models capable of taking off vertically like helicopters but flying like airplanes – will begin limited operations under a federal pilot program in selected parts of US airspace.
United Airlines may now remove passengers who play audio without headphones
Inconsiderate behavior should not be tolerated
Nokian unveils winter tire with retractable studs powered purely by material science
New tire responds to temperature, adding grip on ice and backing off on dry roads
Uber previews air taxi booking ahead of Dubai rollout with Joby
Flying taxis won't be autonomous or cheap at launch
Europe fears Chinese EV buses on its roads could be shut down remotely
Officials warn OTA systems could be a potential vulnerability for remote shutdowns
Elon Musk says Tesla's next Roadster could hover or even fly
The Tesla CEO promised an "unforgettable" product demo
Supersonic travel could return – without the boom – as NASA tests X-59 jet
NASA completes first test flight, aims to make quiet supersonic travel possible
The great EV markdown is here: resale prices plunge, squeezing fleets and early adopters
Batteries were the selling point – now they're the liability
In context: Industry analysts expect 2026 to mark a year of recalibration for the electric vehicle market as both supply and demand adjust. For now, however, it remains in flux – its promise of cleaner transportation tempered by the hard economics of depreciation.
How ultralight eVTOLs are bringing personal flight closer than ever
Software and electric power redefine what a flying car can be
Bottom line: For now, eVTOLs remain niche products – technological curiosities that combine drone automation, recreational aviation, and the promise of personal air mobility. Their development illustrates how digital flight control has simplified piloting, while underscoring how far regulations must evolve before such aircraft can become a practical alternative to driving.
World's tallest bridge debuts in China, soaring 2,000 feet above a canyon
The new bridge cuts travel time across the canyon from hours to minutes
Infinite Machine's Cybertruck-like P1 e-scooter is launching soon
A stunning design with an equally steep price tag
Uber Eats to test drone food deliveries in the US later this year
Drones promise faster food and fewer cars on the road
Trump administration launches program to fast-track electric air taxis
Joby and Archer have already signed on
Used electric vehicle prices now lower than comparable gas cars
Sales of used EVs jumped 40% in July compared with a year earlier
Barcelona bus ran five years on fuel made from human waste
The trial produced no foul odor and far fewer emissions than traditional fuel
Cities roll out noise cameras to crack down on loud streets
They not only measure noise but also pinpoint which vehicle is responsible, even in heavy traffic
Maglev trains' tunnel boom problem may finally have a fix
Prototype maglev trains can exceed 370 mph, exacerbating the issue
Self-driving shuttle bus to Rotterdam The Hague Airport begins next month
But a human operator is required by law to oversee autonomous system
Robotaxis coming to UK streets in 2026 as Wayve and Uber team up
Fleet will use autonomous driving tech provided by strategic partner Wayve
CERN researchers took a few antimatter particles for a walk in an unprecedented transportation test
Portable containment will allow researchers to more accurtely study and measure antimatter
Flying in the US? You'll need Real ID-compliant identification by May 7, 2025
Check if your driver's license has a star or symbol in the top-right corner of the front