Public Transport

China's Maglev Train, ermell (CC BY-SA 3.0)

August 2, 2023

China’s Maglev Train Speeds Past as the Fastest Train in the World, Presenting the Future of Global Transport

The railway revolution is accelerating, with China taking the lead in its futuristic high-speed Maglev train. This marvel of engineering recently shattered records by reaching unprecedented speeds of 281 mph during a

Mobility·Technology

Leaked Video Sparks Speculation: The ‘Secret Tesla Van’ Rattles the Internet

Recently, a leaked video has begun circulating on social media, purporting to showcase a prototype for a Tesla electric van designed for the Boring Company. The video, uploaded by content creator Jacob Orth, showcases an early-stage vehicle that appears to

July 16, 2023

CATL’s New Bus Battery Claims 1.6 Million Km or 15 Years Lifespan: Too Good to Be True?

Electric·Mobility

CATL, the world’s largest battery manufacturer, is preparing to launch a long-lasting battery for electric buses. This battery is expected to last up to

Brisbane Buses Ran 700 Trips Before Cyclone Alfred Forced Suspension

Australia·Public Transportation

Brisbane City Council has restarted bus services after disruptions caused by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, while train and ferry services continue to face delays across

Police Officer remove the Ghost Car number Frame. Photo source: MTA

News·USA

NYC Seizes 4,073 ‘Ghost Cars’, Uncovers $45.7M in Unpaid Fines

In just one year, a joint task force of city and state agencies has removed over 4,000 “ghost cars” from New York City streets. These vehicles, which use fraudulent or altered license

Rahul Somvanshi

March 22, 2025

An Analysis Conducted by Regional Plan Association.Photo Source: ICYMI

News·Public Transportation·USA

MTA’s $68B Plan: 1,500 New Subway Cars, 500 Rail Cars, 2,500 Buses, 32 Substations, and More

In the world of public transit, few things matter more than reliability. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s proposed $68 billion Capital Plan for 2025-2029 aims to address this core issue with the biggest

Rahul Somvanshi

March 8, 2025

LA Metro Rail Expo Line, Photo Source: Han Zheng (CC BY-SA 2.0)

Public Transportation

LA Metro’s 2024 Ridership Surpasses 311 Million, Marking 8% Growth

LA Metro carried 311,261,332 passengers in 2024, an 8% increase from 2023 and the first time reaching pre-pandemic ridership levels since COVID-19. The system topped one million average weekday boardings during September

Govind Tekale

February 28, 2025

Group of five smiling people outside Manchester Crown Court. Photo Source: Just Stop Oil.

Activism·News·UK

Four Just Stop Oil Activists Convicted for Airport Disruption Plan

Greater Manchester Police stopped four Just Stop Oil activists just steps away from attempting to breach Manchester Airport’s security. The group carried bolt cutters, glue, and plans to disrupt thousands of summer

Govind Tekale

February 24, 2025

Representative Image. New York Street , Photo Source: Ross2085 (CC BY 2.0)

Public Transportation·USA

NYC’s Congestion Relief: 1 Million Fewer Cars, Faster Commutes

Getting around New York City is getting easier, faster and more secure. Recent data from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) shows three big improvements that are changing how people move through the

Rahul Somvanshi

February 1, 2025