Some people assume that building more roads would help us get around quicker. But decades of evidence shows that it actually makes traffic and congestion much worse. The government should learn this lesson before it’s too late.
To build a resilient future, connect left-behind communities and create thousands of jobs, the government should provide at least £10bn a year additional public investment in low carbon transport infrastructure across the UK and reallocate the funds earmarked for new road building under the £27bn road investment strategy in England.
Everyone benefits from better transport, and putting some extra funding into the system could make a real difference. Here’s how things would change if we invested £10 billion more every year into fair, sustainable and affordable transport.
Lots of people want to go car-free, but the government isn’t giving them good alternatives. Here’s what drivers said they’d need to get by without a car.
As the government prepares to announce a possible earlier ban on petrol and diesel vehicles, campaigners warn ministers not to be “duped” by plug-in hybrid cars (PHEVs) and exempt them from an earlier phase out, as studies show that they’re two and a half times more polluting than official tests indicate.
Switching to electric cars is essential, but it’s not enough. Our transport system needs a rethink.
The coronavirus lockdown gave the UK a chance to experience low-traffic, clean streets – ideal for safe cycling and walking. So why is the government spending £27 BILLION on new roads for high-polluting private vehicles?
There’s never been a better time to start cycling, but it can be confusing for beginners. If you’re wondering how to buy the right bike, how to cycle safely on the road, or what to wear for cycling, this guide is for you.
Social distancing has forced cities to rethink their streets, turning car-dominated spaces over to walking and biking. When they see the difference it makes, they might never turn back.