The Minneapolis City Council has imposed a six-month “emergency” ban on any car-related retail outlets opening up in the suburb of Columbia Heights. The move comes after residents and other business complained that the suburb […]
Tag: Pedestrians
While Car Safety Has Gone Up, Pedestrians and Cyclists Are Still At Risk On Roads
A recent study showed that more American pedestrians and cyclists are getting killed in traffic accidents. In 2013, pedestrians accounted for 14% of all traffic deaths in the United States. This is an increase from […]
This Unique Road Feature Could Soon Become Standard Across The United States
In one part of northern Virginia, a series of zig zag lines are used in place of traditional straight dashed lines on roads. A recent study found that this unique method of striping is more […]
The Brains Behind Skype Will Be Releasing A Non-Drone Delivery Robot
Step aside self driving cars and drones, and make way for automated trundling robodelivery carts, capable of delivering the equivalent of two bags of groceries from a local store to your front door within 30 […]
Chicago Suburb Evanston Manages To Function With Virtually Zero Cars
The Chicago suburb of Evanston, Illinois manages to thrive with virtually zero cars. The city’s downtown area was carefully planned so that residents are able to get around without having to own personal transportation. In […]
Utah University Unveils ‘Texting While Walking’ Lanes To Improve Campus Safety
Utah Valley University may be blazing a trail for urban planners everywhere by giving students glued to their smartphones a designated lane for texting while walking. The school painted neon green lanes on the stairs […]