The Hub 7/8/2022: Clean Air Council’s Weekly Round-up of Transportation News
“The Hub” is a weekly round-up of transportation related news in the Philadelphia area and beyond. Check back weekly to keep up-to-date on the issues Clean Air Council’s transportation staff finds important.
Post-Gazette: Bike Share Pittsburgh Is Donating 450 Retired Healthy Ride Bikes – One of Bike Share Pittsburgh’s goals is to provide more people with transportation options. After launching their new bike share program called POGOH, Bike Share Pittsburgh decided to donate the healthy Ride Bikes to “BIPOC communities and other marginalized populations” through an application process. These retired bikes increase mobility in these communities.
PlanPhilly: Franklin Square PATCO Station Ramps Up Construction – The Franklin Square PATCO Station is currently under construction after being closed for over 40 years. This $30 million project is expected to be completed by Spring 2024. It will provide better access to Independence Hall and surrounding areas, and will connect Philadelphia and New Jersey for only $6 roundtrip.
Bloomberg: This Electric Three-Wheeler Brings Greener Delivery Options – The electric bike startup Joco began testing a new electric three-wheeler called the ‘Deliverator.’ The company is introducing this vehicle to different businesses that need delivery fleets. This provides environmentally friendly delivery fleets at a lower operational cost and increased deliveries per hour.
Electrek: Amazon To Use Walking, Electric Cargo Bikes To Replace Thousands Of Van Deliveries – Amazon started a trial with electric cargo bikes in London. These are four-wheeled cargo bikes that look like mini delivery vans but have a bike seat and pedals for the rider to apply pedaling force. These electric cargo bikes are limited to a maximum speed of 25km/h.
Mass Transit: Four Ways Metrolinx Is Making Transit Easier For People With Vision Loss – Metrolinx’s wayfinding team is working to improve accessibility to transit for everyone by complementing their signage with the International Symbol of Access with references to amenities such as ramps and elevators. Other improvements include:
- Creating bus stop poles with distinct sounds for visually impaired riders
- Having signage in multiple languages
- Installing tactile floor tiles
Image Source: Post-Gazette
