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Chipotle has invested in the technology company that uses robotics to power their fleet of autonomous delivery vehicles as part of their series C round of funding. Chipotle announced Thursday that the Newport Beach, Calif.-based restaurant chain would be investing in autonomous delivery company, Nuro as part of their series... read more →

WASHINGTON — An infrastructure plan expected soon from President Joe Biden will offer a “once in a century” opportunity to remake transportation in the United States, where cars and highways are no longer king, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said March 18. Speaking at the Austin, Texas-based South by Southwest conference,... read more →

There is a lot of movement toward so-called Zoom Towns. By movement, I mean relocating to. The Zoom Town reference is the catchy new phrase that cleverly brings together the notion of “Zoom” as in being able to work remotely (promulgated by the now-ubiquitous Zoom-like online capabilities), and combined with... read more →

Officials said riders can rent and drop off the electric transportation options from four companies at 35 locations on the Northbank. by: Mike Mendenhall Staff Writer The city announced that its one-year Downtown electric scooter and electric bicycle pilot program launched March 4 with four dockless mobility companies. According to a news... read more →

The push to electrify transportation includes big developments for heavy-duty vehicles, with an expanding range of zero-emission trucks, buses and service vehicles. And while Tesla sets the standard for electric passenger cars, CEO Elon Musk’s view that batteries are also the best option for commercial models holds less traction for... read more →

Folding e-bikes certainly offer unique advantages, but they also comprise a series of compromises thanks to their small frames and wheels. Full-size folding bicycle manufacturer Montague is turning that idea on its head, though, launching the M-E1 full-size folding electric bicycle designed for city riders. While full-size folding e-bikes aren’t... read more →

At this year’s Texas Transportation E-Forum held Monday, February 8, the Texas Department of Transportation and the Texas Good Roads/Transportation Association announced the three recipients statewide to receive this year’s notable recognition. AMPO would like to extend our congratulations to Mr. Ashby Johnson and Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez for their outstanding contributions to... read more →

Feb 11, 2021 - Economy & Business Cities are rushing to replace their legacy street lights with "smart" LED fixtures that could one day be able to find you a parking space, monitor air quality, and announce an oncoming thunderstorm. Why it matters: Despite a bumpy and controversial start to some smart street light... read more →

Amsterdam’s floating neighbourhood of Schoonschip is home to 105 residents who live in 46 homes on 30 water plots. Image: Schoonschip/Isabel Nabuurs Living on water is a reality for more than 100 people in Amsterdam’s Schoonschip neighbourhood. It has 46 sustainable homes across 30 water plots. Population density and climate... read more →

General Motors is joining a move by global automakers to shift away from fossil fuel-powered vehicles, with plans to sell only zero-emission cars and trucks by 2035 and be fully carbon neutral by 2040. The auto giant, which has an even more aggressive timetable than rivals Ford and Volkswagen, makes... read more →