NEWS THIS WEEK: Bolt partners with Jelbi in Berlin, London’s Congestion Charge marks 20 years and U.S. government accelerates roll-out of EV chargers

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES

Bolt and Jelbi partner for seamless micro-mobility integration in Berlin

European micro-mobility operator, Bolt, has announced that it has launched a new partnership with Jelbi, Berlin’s mobility app launched by the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG). Read more.

London’s Congestion Charge celebrates 20 years of success

On 17 February, Transport for London (TfL) has announced that it is marking 20 years of the Congestion Charge enabling economic and sustainable growth in the capital. When the scheme had been first introduced, it reduced traffic driving into the zone, lessened economically damaging congestion and helped more people travel sustainably.  Read more.

U.S. government takes next steps to roll-out national network of EV chargers

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced its latest actions to advance the President’s vision of building 500,000 electric vehicle (EV) chargers by 2030 and delivering a convenient, reliable and made-in-America EV charging network. Read more.

European Commission proposes ambitious CO2 targets for buses and heavy-duty vehicles

The European Commission has announced that it has proposed ambitious new CO2 emissions targets for new heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) from 2030 onwards, in order to help reduce CO2 emissions in the transport sector. Read more.

Coventry University to play key role in the city’s new self-driving technology trial

Coventry University has announced that it will be playing a key role in an extensive new trial of self-driving technology on the city’s streets through the £15.2 million Multi-Area Connected Automated Mobility (MACAM) Project, which will begin within Coventry city centre and at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in around 18 months’ time. Read more.

EDITOR'S PICKS

The people behind the wheel: Godfrey Mawoyo’s story, Cardiff Bus

For the first instalment of Intelligent Transport’s exclusive ‘The people behind the wheel’ series, Godfrey Mawoyo, Head of Operations at Cardiff Bus, shares how his love for being on the road first inspired him to seek a career in the public transportation sector, as well as why he thinks it is important for people to think outside the box and start from the bottom up when pursuing a career in the industry. Read more.

The role of bus amidst a cost-of-living crisis

For Intelligent Transport, Simon Pearson, Chief Commercial Officer at First Bus, comments on the cost-of-living crisis, discussing the impact on bus travel and how new technology plays a crucial role in supporting customers during such a difficult time. Read more.

ISSUE 4

Intelligent Transport Issue 4 2022

In the latest issue of Intelligent Transport, we feature exclusive content from leading industry experts and thought leaders discussing: digitally enhancing operations to deliver a seamless passenger experience; the role that Mobility-as-a-Service plays in creating a richer transport experience; how the industry is working to improve air quality and achieve climate action targets; and plenty more.

• Roundtable: Digitally enhancing operations to deliver a seamless passenger experience
• In-Depth Focus: Sustainable Mobility & Air Quality
• Roundtable: Bridging transport gaps with on-demand and shared mobility
• In-Depth Focus: Mobility-as-a-Service
• In-Depth Focus: 5G & Connectivity