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Flying on a plane is safer now than ever before, study finds

A recent study has found that flights are safer than they’ve ever been.

Travel News

Four European countries have the world’s second most powerful passport

Slim by mighty, these passports enable holders access to almost all the world without the need for a visa.

Business

What is mobility media and why it’s the next big thing in advertising

Uber is betting big on mobility media with revenue forecasted to hit US$1 billion this year., But what exactly is mobility media and why is the ride sharing giant playing in this space?

Mobility

Paris Olympics: Uber unveils plans to meet soaring demand this summer

The American ride-hailing giant plans to mobilise more drivers this summer to meet strong demand while promising to contain price surges. However, some Uber drivers feel insufficient measures have been taken, with unions hinting at possible strikes.

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Cycling Declaration hailed as ‘historic’ moment for Europe

Although it carries no legal force, cycling advocates have greeted an undertaking by governments and MEPs to make Europe a more bike friendly place as an important recognition of the health and environmental benefits and a milestone in EU transport policy.

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Inside the new Dutch centre advancing the future of European hyperloop

While critics claim it's an example of policymakers "chasing a shiny object," backers believe hyperloop could become a mainstay of future travel.

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Pioneering flying taxis will take off this summer in Paris

While flying taxis may still sound like science fiction, they are poised to become a reality before the end of the year. Volocopter's drone-shaped electric vehicles are ready to take flight in Paris, coinciding with the 2024 Olympic Games.

Mobility

You can now order a ‘driverless’ car to your doorstep

A German start-up has launched a remote electric car service in Las Vegas.

Tech News

Headphones, city car and tent: Solar-powered tech shines bright at CES

Solar-powered devices and gadgets are making massive strides for a more sustainable future. Here is our pick of those turning heads at CES 2024.

Tech News

CES 2024 as it happened: News and gadget reveals from Las Vegas

Look back on all the announcements and gadgets unveiled at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.

Mobility

ChatGPT voice assistant is making its way into Volkswagen cars

You can ask the vehicle's onboard assistant to do all types of things, such as keeping you warm to asking it to keep your children entertained.

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Tesla recalls 2 million cars over Autopilot defective system

Auto safety advocates for years have been calling for stronger regulation of the driver monitoring system.

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2023 champions honored at FIA Prize Giving event in Baku

During the ceremony, Red Bull driver Max Verstappen received his FIA Formula One World Championship for Drivers trophy.

My Wildest Prediction

Will your grandchildren need a driver's licence?

The term "wheel" could become outdated as we transition to a future where we all assume the role of passengers. Do we want to stop driving?

Mobility

This French company has designed an e-bike that doesn’t need a battery

The brainchild of French entrepreneur Adrien Lelièvre, the Pi-Pop e-bike uses a supercapacitor to store energy rather than rely on batteries.

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‘It benefits everyone’: How can cities improve women’s mobility?

Safety is one of the main reasons women avoid public transport but it’s not the only one.

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Euroviews. Cities are leading a cycling revolution. Will the EU follow suit?

My colleagues and I are convinced that cycling is the future. We need the EU and its member states to step to the challenge and recognise cycling as a phenomenal tool with immense transformative power, Line Barfod writes.

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An air taxi in Paris for the 2024 Olympics? A project spinning heads

While the chosen aircraft and the first vertiport are ready, the project promoters still have to convince the authorities and regulators.

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Castilla y León fills demographic gap with on demand public transport

The autonomous community of Castilla y León, one of the most depopulated in Spain, manages to bring basic services closer to the citizens.

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Some newly right-wing run cities in Spain adopt pro-car policies

After a key bike lane was removed from a part of the city of Elche cyclists took direct action and, for a few hours at least, reclaimed the streets.