Guess what the total costs imposed on society at large are each time you drive a car in Manhattan. Seriously — guess. The answer? One hundred and sixty smackers, according to this analysis. A must read. (Felix Salmon) Americans tend Read more ›

Ray LaHood says the US will “absolutely” need new sources revenue for transportation and “likes” Rep. DeFazio’s idea of putting a small tax on oil futures trading. Also, he is a cyclist but doesn’t feel safe riding on the street, Read more ›

[SButtonZ button="digg"] The LA Times editorial board is calling out Jim Oberstar and other House Transportation committee members for “chutzpah,” “putting caboose before the locomotive,” and indulging in a “utopian fantasy.” This tongue-lashing was in response to the introduction of Read more ›