Transportation
Transportation
Who gets a car in the Mamdani administration? These 52 officials
A car and driver is a perk for dozens of jobs in city government besides the mayor.
New York City
Dozens of city officials are driven around by chauffeurs. Are they living in a bubble?
The passenger princess life can be isolating, but some call it a necessity of the job.
Events
The World Cup is in New Jersey, so the city fixed the Brooklyn Bridge bike lane
But DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn said it’s all to make New York better even after the tourists leave.
Labor
Actually, the LIRR strike may not be that bad for Hochul politically
Even before the strike, the governor lost on Long Island in her last election, and the state’s largest transit union has already indicated it would abandon her.
Transportation
No, WE want free buses
The City Council is pushing to expand the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers through automatic access and by covering all transit costs. The Mamdani administration is not enthused.
Technology
Across NY, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins
Waymo is crouched at the gates, and labor and worker advocates are hell bent on keeping them out.
Technology
Where does Waymo operate now?
The self-driving car company has an eye on New York City, but its cars are already ferrying people in other cities.
Trailblazers
The 2026 Trailblazers in Transportation
Influential leaders keeping New York on the move
Budget
The astroturf war in New York over car insurance reform
The fight over the incredibly technical topic is pitting two powerhouse industry lobbies against one another.
Policy
After years of missed transport targets, the NYC DOT says it’s reworking bus lane goals
New Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Flynn said the Mamdani administration would focus on bus speeds and safety, not just more bus lane miles.
Opinion
Opinion: I was mayor when self-driving cars came to Austin. Here’s what New York should know.
The key question is whether autonomous vehicle companies view government as a partner or an enemy.
Opinion
Opinion: Lower LIRR and Metro-North fares for families make for a more affordable ride
Starting next month, kids under 18 years old traveling with an adult will pay just $1.
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Technology
Could self-driving cars be on a collision course with Zohran Mamdani?
The incoming mayor has not weighed in on the autonomous vehicles that have taken other cities by storm. But he’s certain to face pressure to do so, from both the industry and taxi workers.
Opinion
Opinion: The IBX is a lifeline for Brooklyn College, CUNY and New York City
Connecting underserved neighborhoods across Brooklyn and Queens will make college more accessible to thousands of people.
Opinion
Opinion: Fast, free and fair – a universal and targeted affordability agenda for transit riders
Our next mayor should fund free buses for every rider, free subway rides for very low-income New Yorkers, and half-fares for more workers.
Special Reports
New York’s transit system is on a comeback, but the feds loom large
Congestion pricing is raising new funds despite multiple challenges for the MTA.
Sponsored Content
Tackling New York’s high cost of auto insurance
City & State’s New York Car Insurance Affordability Crisis event, presented in partnership with Citizens for Affordable Rates, convened policymakers, consumer advocates, industry experts and community leaders in search of solutions.
Interviews & Profiles
Rick Cotton on airport construction progress and a new Manhattan bus terminal
An interview with the executive director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey at City & State’s 2025 Transportation Summit.
Interviews & Profiles
MTA capital projects forge ahead, fueled by congestion pricing
Jamie Torres-Springer discusses the agency’s investments under the new tolling program, and other priorities.
Editor's Note
Editor’s note: The MTA needs to underscore value to stop fare evasion
Rather than modifying turnstiles and hiring guards, improve service and let New Yorkers know about it.
