Article: Young Americans leading the trend toward less driving

Studies show that the current overall trend toward driving less that is occurring in the United States is being led by the millennial generation.  According to the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute, "young people are getting driver's licenses in smaller numbers than previous generations."  Other age groups are contributing to the drop-off in driving … Continue reading Article: Young Americans leading the trend toward less driving

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Cities use policy to fix the parking plight

Excessive surface parking creates virtual deserts of wasted space in cities because parking lots take up a disproportionate amount of room compared to the value they contributes to a city's economy.  Some places have taken action to limit or reduce the amount of surface parking in their downtowns to create more walkable and people-friendly communities, … Continue reading Cities use policy to fix the parking plight