• Publications and Articles Trending in Automotive and Transportation

on: Last Friday
by: OPB

Waymo and Zeekr Partner to Develop Purpose-Built Autonomous Vehicles

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Waymo is partnering with Zeekr to shift from retrofitted cars to purpose-built autonomous vehicles, integrating the Waymo Driver for improved scalability and efficiency.

on: Last Friday
by: OPB

Urban Transformation via Autonomous Technology

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Autonomous technology optimizes urban traffic flow and safety. This transition allows cities to reclaim parking space and improves mobility for marginalized populations.

on: Last Friday
by: OPB

The Erosion of Gas Tax Revenue

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The rise of electric vehicles and fuel efficiency is eroding gas tax revenue, leading to proposed Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) fees to sustainably fund infrastructure.

... in Politics and Government

on: Yesterday Afternoon
by: OPB

Iowa's Electoral Shift: From Solid Red to Toss-up State

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Iowa is shifting from a reliable red state to a competitive toss-up state for the 2026 midterms, driven by urbanization and a surge in independent registration.