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A bus stop near a grocery store in Sweden from a slight birds eye perspective.

2026 – the Year of the Bus

Date 3 months ago
Reading Time 6 Mins Read
Let’s make 2026 a breakout year for bus transit! With the right mix of service upgrades, stop-area improvements, and smart pricing and outreach, agencies can turn bus transit from…
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Public Transport: A Backbone of Sustainable Development

Date 1 year ago
Reading Time 2 Mins Read
Public transport is more than a mode of travel; it’s a cornerstone for creating sustainable and inclusive communities. The United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are global objectives…
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Can LA Deliver a Transit-First Olympics in 2028?

Date 2 years ago
Reading Time 3 Mins Read
As Los Angeles prepares to host the 2028 Summer Olympics, City leaders are talking about a car-free (or transit-first) experience, drawing lessons from Paris, who just held the 2024…
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Week Without Driving

Date 2 years ago
Reading Time 3 Mins Read
Imagine a week where we all choose transportation alternatives to driving our own cars solo: walking, biking, using public transit, or ride sharing. Sure, there may be some downsides…
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SUV in San Luis Obispo

Re-evaluating the Safety of SUV’s and Trucks

Date 2 years ago
Reading Time 3 Mins Read
In today’s world, the allure of supersized or oversized vehicles (large SUVs and big trucks) sometimes stems from a perceived sense of safety. Yet, as we delve deeper into…
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May is Bike Month!

Date 2 years ago
Reading Time 2 Mins Read
May is Bike Month! Numerous events, for cycling enthusiasts everywhere, mark the arrival of National Bike Month. Biking isn’t just a mode of transportation; for many it’s a lifestyle…
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Keeping Cool: The Power of Urban Trees

Date 2 years ago
Reading Time 3 Mins Read
As average temperatures in many US cities continue to climb and debilitating heat events become more frequent, the importance of green spaces and shade in urban environments has become…
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Put the Phone Away or Pay: Stop Driving Distracted

Date 2 years ago
Reading Time 2 Mins Read
Distracted driving presents itself in various forms, but one of the most prevalent and dangerous behaviors is texting, scrolling or using cell phones (and on-board screens) while driving. As…
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A set of four pocket sized bike maps together covering the full San Luis Obispo County area made for created for SLO.

Discover the Joy of Cycling this May

Date 3 years ago
Reading Time 2 Mins Read
Last year, DCR worked with Rideshare to develop an online bike map web app. This tool is great for planning a local or regional bike trip, and learning more…
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