Transport Theory

Telecommuting is one of the most eco-friendly ways to "get" to work. The 5.2 million Americans who currently telecommute save about 10 million barrels of oil per year.

11 | March 16, 2011 2:45pm | By Ami Cholia

While gas would have to cost about $7 a gallon for most hybrids to break even, the Toyota Camry Hybrid and the Ford Escape Hybrid seem to be more cost-efficient than their gas-powered counterparts.

18 | March 14, 2011 4:05pm | By Ami Cholia

Even though the market is being inundated with new hybrid and electric cars, few Americans know the difference, and that is hurting sales, a survey conducted by research firm Synovate finds.

19 | March 11, 2011 4:28pm | By Ami Cholia

A new study by Florida's Department of Transportation shows that high-speed rail in the state would have made money. Unfortunately, LaHood has categorically said the money is now going to go to...

21 | March 10, 2011 3:49pm | By Ami Cholia

Tesla's Model S will run from $57,400 to about $77,400, depending on the range of the car.

30 | March 8, 2011 10:34am | By Ami Cholia

The Florida Supreme Court ruled that Gov. Rick Scott was well within his means to refuse federally allocated funds -- $2.4 billion -- to build a high-speed rail line in his state.

39 | March 4, 2011 4:05pm | By Ami Cholia

An investment into biking infrastructure will reduce Portland's health care costs in the long run, a new study finds.

6 | March 3, 2011 9:56am | By Ami Cholia

Volkswagen revives its iconic Microbus as an all-electric camper called "Bulli."

24 | March 2, 2011 6:29am | By Ami Cholia

This sleek looking e-bike has a motor, lithium polymer battery, wireless controller, USB port and LED battery power display -- all packed inside its front wheel.

6 | March 1, 2011 3:43am | By Ami Cholia

A Southern-California start-up's power-conversion technology could eventually result in electric cars having a much longer range with significantly smaller batteries.

6 | February 24, 2011 3:47pm | By Ami Cholia

Volvo is launching a plug-in diesel hybrid at the Geneva Auto Show that can be driven as an all-electric car, hybrid or powerful wagon.

4 | February 23, 2011 11:04am | By Ami Cholia

BMW launched its much anticipated “BMW i� sub-brand this week, a range of pure EVs and hybrids made from carbon fiber and aluminum.

7 | February 22, 2011 9:41am | By Ami Cholia

Beating China's current record, Japan's Central Japan Railway Company announced that it plans to build a new train between Tokyo and Nagoya, that will go 310 miles per hour.

18 | February 17, 2011 8:01am | By Ami Cholia

U.K. budget airline EasyJet wants to use a an ultra-thin, high-tech coating to cut airline fuel consumption and costs.

3 | February 15, 2011 12:21pm | By Ami Cholia

Welcome to SmartPlanet's newest blog, Transport Theory. From hybrid cars to high-speed rail to boats, trains and airplanes, contributor Ami Cholia will bring us the latest news and help us...

3 | February 15, 2011 6:20am | By Andrew Nusca