Last week, the Hummer brand was sold to a Chinese company — but some question whether the gas guzzler even deserved to live. (New York Times) A New Scientist article questions whether trains are a truly green mode of transportation — and Ryan Avent knocks down the challenge. The federal stimulus helps jumpstart construction of [...]

Transportation secretary Ray LaHood travels to Spain, and likes what he sees in its high-speed rail system. (Associated Press) National Journal‘s transportation blog asks a panel of experts whether its time for the feds to help out with funding for public transportation operating expenses. As GM seeks bankruptcy protection, car industry insiders wonders if Americans [...]