Transportation
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Philadelphia Ranks Among the Toughest Commutes in the U.S., Find Out Why
Commuting throughout various cities throughout the United States can be quite tough, particularly in some regions compared to some others, writes Shallom Joe for Daily Fetch via MSN. While some cities continue to be among the toughest, there are others than have managed to improved things. According to a recent study, Philadelphia is the 12th…
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PA Turnpike to Remove Downingtown Tollbooth in New Tolling Plan
The Pennsylvania Turnpike will remove the Downingtown interchange tollbooth as part of a statewide shift to open-road tolling, writes David Mowery for The Citizens’ Voice. The PA Turnpike plans to replace toll plazas and cash tolls with open-road tolling (ORT). ORT introduces large overhead structures that scan EZ Passes or license plates for Toll-By-Plate transactions.…
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Threat to Paoli/Thorndale Line Raises Concerns for Main Line’s Transit-Oriented Growth
Potential SEPTA cuts that could lead to the elimination of the Paoli/Thorndale Line may adversely affect transit-oriented development in the area, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Stakeholders in the region have been pushing to embrace transit-oriented growth in recent years, a model that focuses on building residential buildings, offices, retail, and restaurants in…
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Pennsylvania Launches ‘Turnpike TV’ to Demystify Turnpike Construction, Projects, and Planning
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is pulling back the curtain on how—and why—it makes decisions that impact drivers, neighbors, and businesses across the Commonwealth. With the launch of Turnpike TV, a new video series now streaming on its website, the agency hopes to answer big questions in plain English. Whether it’s how noise walls are designed,…
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Uber Launching Cheaper Commuting Options for Riders in Philadelphia, 6 Other U.S. Cities
Uber recently announced its plans to launch a new car-pool like option for riders looking to save money in Philadelphia and 6 other major U.S. cities, writes Nayeli Jaramillo-Plata for CNN. The new option, called Route Share, will work like a commuter shuttle with consistent and frequent pickup options along direct routes. During peak commute…
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Haverford’s Brett Mezrow Highlights Specialty Cars at Main Line Cars & Coffee
Main Line Cars & Coffee keeps outgrowing its space as more and more car junkies show up for the unique show, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Tonight. The next gathering takes place May 18, 7:30 AM to noon, at 1300 Morris Drive in Wayne. The free gatherings in outdoor parking lots bring car junkies…
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Penn Medicine CEO Warns SEPTA Cuts Would Be Devastating for Patients, Staff
Penn Medicine CEO Kevin Mahoney, who often commutes by Regional Rail to his office in University City, has warned that SEPTA’s proposed cuts would be devastating for both patients and staff, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. In an average week, up to 9,000 University of Pennsylvania Health System employees commute to work using SEPTA. With…
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Survey Says! Businesses Overwhelmingly Support Reestablishing Rail Service to West Chester
A new survey has found that borough businesses overwhelmingly support restoring passenger rail service to West Chester, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. During a borough council workshop earlier this week, Charlot Barker, from the Committee to Reestablish Rail Service to West Chester, presented survey results showing that 93 percent of responding business…
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Delaware County Protest Seeks State Funds to Offset SEPTA Cuts
Transportation advocates and government officials gathered April 17 at the Chester Transportation Center seeking more state funds to offset $213 million in SEPTA cuts. SEPTA’s shortfall means a 45 percent cut to services and a fare increase, reports Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. Officials that spoke included U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, Chester Mayor…
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SEPTA Cuts Would Derail Economic Growth and Workforce Mobility in the Suburban Counties
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is not just a transit system. It is the lifeblood of our region’s economy, connecting our residents to jobs, our employers to talent, and our communities to opportunity. The proposed devastating cuts to services due to lack of dedicated state funding would be nothing short of catastrophic for the…
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Delaware County Needs to Take Action to Offset Severe SEPTA Cuts
Delaware County Councilwoman Christine Reuther is urging Delaware County to take action against severe SEPTA cuts to services that could include eliminating a regional rail line in the county and fare hikes, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. SEPTA’s suffering a $213 million deficit and needs a large increase in state support, she…
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Ardmore’s Maxwell, Last Taxi Operating on Main Line, Calls It Quits
At the end of February, Ardmore-based Maxwell Taxi Cab, the last taxi still operating on the Main Line, ended service after decades on the road, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For many regulars, the closure marked the end of an era. “There was something nice about a cab company,” said Virginia Jennings of…
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Montgomery Township Paints Wavy Lines, Slowing Drivers with Swerving
Drivers headed down Grays Lane in Montgomery Township might do a double take, writes KYW Newsradio. A newly painted wavy road pattern is making cars zig-zag along the stretch between Doylestown Road and Pioneer Drive. No, it’s not an early April Fool’s prank. Police confirmed the curvy lines are a real traffic-calming measure, designed to…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Launches Text Alerts for Unexpected Traffic Backlogs
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission’s new text messaging service provides motorists with real-time updates during unexpected traffic jams, writes MediaNews Group for The Morning Call. The free service is available 24/7 when traffic conditions warrant. Travelers can text “info” to 47676 for automated, location-specific updates on the cause of the traffic jam, the estimated clearance times,…
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PennDOT Announces Plan to Pave The Schuylkill River
Drivers who are tired of sitting in jammed traffic on the region’s busiest highway will soon be getting some relief. PennDOT announced on Monday that it will be paving the entire Schuylkill River, from Reading to Philadelphia and opening it up to vehicular traffic. “Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal recently passed by Congress, we…
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Pennsylvania License Plates Getting New Design This Spring
For the first time in over 25 years, Pennsylvania license plates are getting a major overhaul, marking a new chapter in the state’s rich design history, writes Asha Prihar for The Morning Call. The new version will feature the Liberty Bell with a mix of red, white, and blue for the upcoming semiquincentennial. Over the…
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GVF’s 2024 Annual Report Rolls Out Big Gains in Transit, Bike Safety, and Community Impact
The GVF released their 2024 Annual Report, highlighting their commitment of driving change through smart, community-focused transportation solutions across the region. This year’s report reflects momentum in key areas—mobility access, environmental impact, and infrastructure improvements. Here are some standout highlights: GVF leadership is excited about the work over the last 35 years and the opportunities…
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Delaware River Turnpike Bridge May Be Replaced with Modern Version
The aging Pennsylvania Turnpike Delaware River Bridge linking Bucks County with Burlington County, New Jersey, may soon be replaced with a modern bridge, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The Bristol bridge spanning the Delaware River is owned and operated by Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and the New Jersey Turnpike Authority. The two…
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