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Diana is a writer and urbanist passionate about public space, historical memory, and transportation equity. Prior to joining Planetizen, she started and managed a farmers' market and worked as a transportation planner in the bike share industry. She is Planetizen's editor as of January 2022.

Caltrain Ridership Up 54 Percent Over October 2023
The system made the switch to faster, more modern all-electric trains in September.

UCLA Will Build California’s First EV Charging Roadway
The ¾-mile segment will allow electric shuttles and buses to charge while driving.

Car Safety Ratings to Include Pedestrian-Oriented Features
New U.S. vehicle safety ratings will indicate how well driver-assistance tech and pedestrian detection mechanisms.

First US ‘On-Shore’ Wave Energy Project Planned for Port of Los Angeles
The technology uses the motion of waves to create energy.

Why Car-Sharing Companies Keep Failing
The model comes with high costs that make it unsustainable without subsidies.