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Congrats to SmartHop! $30m more to democratize the road for truckers

Equal Ventures • 19 implied HN points • 06 Apr 22
💼 Business Finance Technology Transportation Industry Entrepreneurship
  1. SmartHop received $30m to improve conditions for truckers and democratize the industry.
  2. Guillermo, the founder/CEO of SmartHop, aims to empower all truck drivers, not just a select few.
  3. Through SmartHop's innovative platform, drivers have increased earnings and efficiency, attracting industry leaders to invest in the company.
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Shoshana Lew on the Past, Present and Future of Transportation

Exasperated Infrastructures • 2 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transportation Legislation Leadership Climate change Infrastructure
  1. Shoshana Lew emphasizes the importance of balancing people's needs with transportation goals.
  2. Director Lew highlights the need for diverse voices in transportation leadership for more inclusive and impactful decision-making.
  3. Colorado faces challenges with diverse environmental locations impacting road infrastructure, while needing strategic growth planning to manage rapidly changing populations.

Life is a Highway: The Long and Winding Road to Poverty Alleviation

Crossing the River by Feeling the Stones • 1 HN point • 04 May 23
🌍 World Politics Infrastructure Poverty China Economics Transportation
  1. Improving rural roads is crucial for poverty alleviation in China.
  2. Highway construction plays a significant role in connecting remote areas and enabling economic growth.
  3. Investing in highways for rural areas can stimulate tourism, create job opportunities, and enhance economic activities.

One week with an e-bike has changed my life

Wheel’s Substack • 1 HN point • 27 Mar 23
🏝 Travel Transportation Infrastructure Safety
  1. Electric bikes are faster, safer, more comfortable, and healthier than cars for city commutes.
  2. Infrastructure improvements, like connected bike paths and dedicated lanes, are crucial for promoting electric bike use.
  3. An e-bike charging network, better cargo bike parking, lockable storage, and a shift away from car-centric cities are essential for making electric bikes a viable alternative.

On Rails in Mt. View California 🚂

Thinking Through • 0 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Data Transportation Engineering Manufacturing Logistics
  1. The public data on rails in the Bay Area provides interesting insights, like weight, manufacturing details, and design specifications.
  2. Rail dimensions like height and width play crucial roles in supporting the track and preventing rail rolling.
  3. Many intriguing questions arise about rails during train rides, from spacing between rails to the forces rails experience.

Point-To-Point Rocket Transportation

SpaceDotBiz • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Space Transportation Research Innovation Investment
  1. Point-to-point rocket travel technology is being developed and could have a significant impact on global transportation.
  2. Companies like SpaceX, Rocket Lab, and Relativity are working on reusable rockets, a key technology for point-to-point rocket travel.
  3. The Department of Air Force and Space Force are investing money into rocket cargo programs, showing a serious interest in this technology.

Barb Chamberlain on the Past, Present, and Future of Transportation

Exasperated Infrastructures • 0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
💼 Business Transportation Advocacy Policy Urban planning Community Engagement
  1. Barb Chamberlain emphasizes the importance of active transportation and the need for active listener polish in transportation leadership roles
  2. She discusses the shift needed in how transportation policies are approached, highlighting the unintended consequences of certain decisions in the past
  3. Barb Chamberlain advocates for deep listening, relationship building, and prioritizing community engagement to transform transportation infrastructure for the betterment of all

Turning Airplanes into Air-busses

Splitting Infinity • 0 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Innovation Transportation Aviation Automation Regulation
  1. Consider redesigning airports to focus on passengers and not luggage, which can lead to faster, more efficient travel experiences.
  2. Building a network of small airports with small planes can save time and offer convenient regional travel options for passengers.
  3. Encourage innovation and competition in the airline industry to lower prices, enhance quality, and make air travel more accessible for consumers.

SmartHop — A platform for truckers, by truckers

Equal Ventures • 0 implied HN points • 21 Jul 20
💼 Business Logistics Technology Entrepreneurship Investment Transportation
  1. Trucking industry is crucial for the US economy, employing over 3 million individuals, but smaller fleets face challenges like limited access to technology and higher costs.
  2. Investment in technologies like SmartHop can significantly improve the lives of independent truckers, providing better access to loads and optimizing take-home pay.
  3. SmartHop's platform, run by an experienced team, partners with top brokers to enhance driver pay and access to premium loads, creating a transformation in the industry.

Minivan As Grand Safety Compromise

Cornerstone • 0 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Safety Urbanism Transportation
  1. Minivans are a great safety compromise for occupants, other vehicles, and pedestrians/cyclists due to their design features like low front for pedestrians and tall rear for occupants.
  2. Vehicle size and weight affect safety, with minivans offering a balance and protection, especially in collisions with other large vehicles like trucks.
  3. Limitations and trade-offs exist in automotive safety, emphasizing the importance of considering alternatives and continuous improvement.

Why self driving cars are/aren't better than human drivers long term

Hazy Bridge • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Transportation Autonomous Vehicles Safety Future Technology
  1. Self-driving cars offer increased safety by eliminating human error on the roads.
  2. Self-driving cars can optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion through 24/7 operation.
  3. Self-driving cars enhance accessibility for individuals with limited mobility and offer productivity and convenience benefits for all passengers.

Sitting In Traffic Is A Problem Worth Solving

Cornerstone • 0 implied HN points • 10 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transportation Housing Public Health Policy Urban planning
  1. Sitting in traffic is a significant problem that needs addressing, especially in areas like Northern Virginia.
  2. Congestion pricing could be an effective policy solution to address traffic congestion by pricing the externality of time wasted in traffic.
  3. Dependency on cars for transportation poses risks like accidents and contributes to a sedentary lifestyle, emphasizing the need for better transit options.

Daily Exasperation #8

Exasperated Infrastructures • 0 implied HN points • 11 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Infrastructure Transportation Urban planning Climate change Environmental Policy
  1. The statement from the Governor's spokesperson about combating climate change lacks substance and may not effectively reduce emissions.
  2. Focusing on highway-widening projects might not be the most beneficial use of funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
  3. Empty, vague statements can lead to costly projects that might not benefit those in need.