ywheeler+FollowCities Are Flipping the Script on Cars vs. WalkersDowntowns are playing musical chairs with cars and pedestrians! Some cities like Paris and Barcelona are going all-in on pedestrian zones—think more plazas, outdoor cafés, and chill strolls. But others, like Miami Beach and Philly, are letting cars back in (with slower speeds and shared spaces). If you’re planning a trip, check which cities are giving you more room to roam and which ones are revving up the engines again. Where would you rather wander? #Transportation #TravelTrends #UrbanLife10Share
Joe Gallagher+FollowStranded for Hours—All Because of a Wheelchair?Imagine paying for roadside assistance, but when you actually need it, you’re left sitting on the highway for hours because your wheelchair can’t fit in the tow truck. That’s what happened to Frédéric McNamara, who felt like a “third-class citizen” after being stranded for three hours. Even though he pays for CAA, the system just wasn’t ready for someone with his needs. Shouldn’t services be more inclusive in 2024? #Transportation #AccessibilityMatters #RoadsideAssistance20Share
Traci Keller+FollowThis Road Is 159 Miles of Zero TurnsSaudi Arabia just snagged the Guinness World Record for the world’s longest straight road—Highway 10 is a wild 159 miles with absolutely no curves. It slices through the Rub Al-Khali desert and used to be a private route for a king! Now it’s a major trade route and part of Saudi’s massive $8.3 billion tourism push. Oh, and if you’re into futuristic resorts, check out Sheybarah Island’s floating steel orb villas. Road trip, anyone? #Transportation #TravelGoals #SaudiArabia30Share
Michael Smith+FollowTrain Derailment in Egypt Leaves Many HurtA train in Egypt derailed, leaving three people dead and 94 injured. Seven carriages went off the tracks while heading from Marsa Matruh to Cairo. Authorities are investigating what caused the accident, with early reports blaming a track collapse. This is a tragic reminder of Egypt’s troubled railway history—remember the 2002 disaster? Hope they get answers soon. #Transportation #EgyptNews #TrainAccident10Share
Joe Gallagher+FollowWorld’s Tallest Bridge Survives Epic Truck TestDid you see this? China’s Huajiang Canyon Bridge just flexed its muscles by handling 96 trucks (over 3,000 tons!) in a wild load test. This beast is 656 feet taller than the Empire State Building and is almost ready to open. Imagine driving across something that high! Would you dare? #Transportation #EngineeringMarvel #China112Share
Kevin Nicholson+Follow159 Miles of Pure Straight Road?!Saudi Arabia just snagged the Guinness World Record for the world’s longest straight road—Highway 10. It’s 159 miles of zero curves, cutting through the Rub Al-Khali desert. It was originally built for royalty, but now it’s a major trade route. And get this: Saudi Arabia is pouring billions into tourism, with wild projects like a resort that looks straight out of a sci-fi movie. Would you dare to drive this endless stretch? #Transportation #SaudiArabia #TravelGoals50Share
Michael Smith+FollowTesla Model 3 blocks Atlanta street with solo donut showA white Tesla Model 3 stunned Atlanta drivers by spinning wild donuts alone in a busy intersection, bringing traffic to a standstill. Unlike typical street takeovers packed with muscle cars and crowds, this was just one EV making a smoky scene while a few onlookers filmed. The internet had a field day, joking about 'drifting in a USB' and questioning if the Tesla was even capable of such moves. Turns out, with Track Mode V2, it is! What do you think—reckless fun or just plain dangerous? How should cities handle these one-car takeovers? #Transportation #Atlanta #TeslaModel301Share
Michael Smith+FollowRoute 219 closure could shake up your commuteHeads up if you rely on Route 219—starting next week, the road will be closed for repairs, which means you’ll need to plan for detours and extra travel time. This could really impact daily routines, especially for those who use this route for work or school. It’s a good time to share your best alternate routes or carpool options with neighbors. How do you think this closure will affect traffic in our area? Let’s help each other navigate the changes and keep our community moving smoothly! #Transportation #Route219 #TrafficUpdate00Share
Joe Gallagher+FollowLakewood I-90 lane closure: What to expectCommuters in Lakewood, Cleveland, and Rocky River are about to face a major change: I-90 will lose one lane from Hilliard Blvd to Alger Rd starting this week, and it’ll stay that way until November 2026. That means more congestion and longer travel times for anyone using this busy stretch. If you drive this route daily, now’s the time to rethink your routine or explore alternate roads. How do you think this will impact your daily life or local businesses? Let’s talk about how everyone’s planning to adapt! #Transportation #Lakewood #ClevelandTraffic00Share
Sean Clark+FollowTrain derailment shakes Fort Worth neighborhoodA dozen train cars derailed right in southwest Fort Worth, sending up clouds of smoke and leaving neighbors stunned as they watched from their backyards. Some cars leaked carbon dioxide, prompting a brief shelter-in-place order for nearby residents. While officials say there’s no ongoing threat and thankfully no injuries, the incident has many locals questioning what’s really being transported through their community each day. With cleanup underway and parts of Vickery Boulevard still closed, it’s a stark reminder of how quickly daily routines can be disrupted. How do you feel about freight trains running so close to homes? #Transportation #FortWorth #TrainDerailment00Share
