International news
Violent floods caused by a Dana phenomenon (when warm, moist air meets cold air, creating an unstable weather system; and worsened by climate change) had devastating effects in Valencia’s southern outskirts (Spain) earlier this month.
Traffic limited in central Paris
As Australia's big-city politicians push to squeeze more cars along their streets, Paris continues its successful strategy to filter cars out, giving more space to people and making streets more attractive and economically vibrant.
London triples its public e-bike fleet as popularity surges
Transport for London making e-bikes one of the easiest ways to get around town through a large expansion of its public e-bike share scheme, from 600 to 2000.
Bikes take the lead for transport in the City of London
Every two years, the City of London conducts traffic surveys to take stock of transport trends in the area and the latest results place the bicycle at the peak of the pyramid.
Paris takes on “auto-besity” with higher parking fees for SUVs
Paris is making more forward-thinking moves to combat congestion and pollution on its streets by slapping SUV owners with additional parking fees starting next year.
France invests $3.3b in bike growth
The French national government has embarked on a $3.3B program to make bike riding possible for all citizens and to make bike riding and walking equally attractive as using a car.
The Dutch-style roundabout lands in Ireland
A new breed of roundabout has landed in Ireland, offering bike riders and pedestrians priority as they move through the area.
Amsterdam gives notorious street for bikes a low-traffic makeover
Amsterdam may well have a reputation today as one of the best places in the world to ride a bike, but that doesn't mean the work is done.
Netherlands grapples with record bike toll
Long considered the paragon for a safe bike riding environment, the Netherlands has just recorded its highest ever number of bike traffic fatalities.
France’s “Know how to bike” program is raising a nation of riders
France is sewing the seeds for a new generation of active travellers with a nationwide bike education program it hopes will inspire around 800,000 school children each year.