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Traffic Congestion
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Congestion Tolls Work in London and Stockholm—Why Not Seattle?
Charlene Rohr
Apr 12, 2018
The Seattle Times
Seattle is considering following in the footsteps of London, Stockholm, Singapore, and Milan to introduce a charge for driving on the city's roads. What can Seattle and its residents learn from other cities that have implemented road user charging?
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Autonomous Vehicles
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The Dream Drive
Jan 14, 2015
Autonomous vehicle technology is already here: Cars park themselves, alert drivers to impending dangers, and even apply the brakes in emergencies. But what will it take to unlock its potential for major societal benefits?
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Transportation Planning
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With Self-Driving Cars, Promise Outweighs Peril
James M. Anderson
Jan 29, 2014
The Detroit News
The promise of autonomous vehicles is finally near to being realized and the substantial benefits to society in terms of safety, mobility, and fuel economy cannot be ignored. It is not too early for policy makers to begin to think about the challenges that lie ahead.
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