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How can you know that summer is really there in Amsterdam? When cyclists get wet on the movable bridges. That are bridges that open when ships need to pass. To prevent too much expansion, the bridges need to be cooled with water so that they can keep on getting opened and closed. (most) cyclists like some cooling as well! Amsterdam is worldwide the city with the most bridges, some 1900. Here an overview of all bridges in Amsterdam: https://lnkd.in/eYiAjwjC fotos by ML&JK

Both commuters and pleasure travelers are taking advantage of Metra's new bikes on trains policy that took effect February 1. Bikes and scooters, including electric assist versions, are welcome on all trains either in the priority seating areas of ADA-accessible railcars or in cars retrofitted with special bike racks. In the first 6 months of 2024, 38% more bikes have been brought on Metra than the same period in 2023. One idea for expanding your own personal bike routes is to ride somewhere that's the distance of a round-trip outing, then train back home. https://lnkd.in/ggttakat

Rethinking Delivery in Vail Village with 106 West Logistics 🚚⚡ For years, Vail Village has wrestled with the clash of big rigs and pedestrian paths. It was a problem waiting for a fresh perspective. Enter 106 West Logistics. When others saw obstacles, 106 West saw an opportunity to change the game. By reimagining how goods are delivered—using small, silent electric vehicles—they’ve transformed a congested village into a safer, more efficient space for everyone. This isn’t just about delivery. It’s about creating a system that works better for the community, setting a new standard for how we think about last-mile logistics. Check out this video where Tom Corrigan shares his experience with our vehicles and the difference it’s making in Vail. Here’s to challenging the status quo and making something better! #ChangeTheGame #BetterLogistics #PedestrianFirst #InnovationInAction #ElectricRevolution https://lnkd.in/gy6kA-XR

See this video as to why the Town of Vail decided to choose our Club Car Urban vehicles to displace some full size vehicles. Let me know if you would like to learn more. #cooperativepurchasing #clubcar #electricvehicles

Would we not need a dictator in Manila to 1) restrict access of central business districts to only the rich who can afford to pay high fees to enter 2) force mall owners to raise parking fees to malls and big slice of fees to remit to the government 3) force small businessmen to use the bus to commute to conduct business 4) have people use bikes when temperature in Manila is hitting 49 deg C 5) ensure government officials that they cannot be influenced to give exemptions to all of the above?

NEW PALMY BUS NETWORK | Significant growth three months in 🚍🌈✨ Alongside Tranzit Group, we launched Aotearoa New Zealand's first fully electric bus network in Palmerston North and Ashhurst in March. The network changed Palmy's meandering, confusing and irregular routes to fast, frequent and easy-to-understand lines. We also significantly increased service, running buses 6.30am until 9pm at 30-minute frequencies every day and implementing 15-minute frequency for weekday peaks. The numbers have just come in, and they’re looking extremely promising: ⚡️Nearly 100,000 passengers carried in May ⚡️April patronage up 54% compared to the same month last year ⚡️Weekend patronage up 92% ⚡️Ashhurst patronage up 62% overall (and 309% on weekends) The 101 Airport-Massey is the most popular route, carrying more than 1000 people per day - well up on the old record-setting Palmy route which took about 600 per day. And best of all, the new fully electric network has saved 267,169 litres of diesel being used and prevented 595 tonnes of CO2 from entering the atmosphere. There are more features being added regularly to the network, such as real-time displays on bus shelters and stops, to make catching a bus in Palmy as easy as possible. ➡️ Read more about the first three months of the new network here: https://bit.ly/4erIuiD

Exploring a city on two wheels is an exhilarating experience. The wind brushing against your face, the freedom to maneuver through narrow streets, and the ability to immerse yourself in the local culture—all make city riding a thrilling way to tour. However, city roads can also be unpredictable. Traffic, pedestrians, and uneven roads all pose unique challenges. Whether you're riding a bike, scooter, or motorbike, staying safe is paramount. Here are some essential city riding tips to ensure your tour is both enjoyable and secure. #MotorcycleInnovation #rides #riders #saferide #riding #cityriding #saferide #MotorcycleTechnology #TwoWheelerIndustry #MotorcycleHistory #IndianManufacturing #SustainableMobility #IndustryTrends #ElectricVehicles #Dwichakra #LifeonTwoWheels #linkedin #linkedinpost #blog Read More:- https://lnkd.in/dzXTQqqZ

🚗 Off-Road Parking: A Crucial Home Factor! 🏠 Considering your next home? Don't overlook the importance of off-road parking! 🅿️ Convenience, safety, and value - it all matters. Share your views below!💭 #HomeSearch #ParkingMatters #EstateAgent #MLEstates 🏡

So often bike lanes are thought about and designed with what I call “applied car thinking”. Planners and politicians might have the best of intentions, but frame the issue in terms of car infrastructure – congestion, efficiency, counts. Even safety is largely a car-centric issue – cars are the main thing that make biking unsafe, and most “bicycle infrastructure” is really just car mitigation infrastructure. Vision Zero is so important but I think we get confused about it being the goal. Safety is table stakes, it is necessary but not enough! The true goal should be to maximize human flourishing- community, connection, happiness, health. To me the right question (to which the answer is usually “No”) is “Will this bike lane increase joy?”

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