Our roads and our vehicles aren't designed with pedestrians in mind
May 8, 2017, 12:33 p.m. by Lloyd Alter
8 of the top 10 most dangerous cities for pedestrians are in Florida, where much of the aging population resides. That's a bad mix.
Complaining about walking while texting is like complaining about walking while old
December 12, 2016, 11:17 a.m. by Lloyd Alter
It's the job of drivers to watch out for people in the road, and there are going to be a lot more of them.
Every line on this mesmerizing map is a road in the U.S.
November 9, 2016, 6:31 a.m. by Michael d'Estries
Who knew 8 million miles of roads, streets and highways could look so lovely?
Bigfoot stars in pedestrian safety PSA
July 27, 2016, 12:04 p.m. by Matt Hickman
The hirsute Oregon resident gets a lesson in crosswalks.
How to keep your dog safe in the car
July 22, 2016, 10:02 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Your kid wears a seatbelt. Why not your dog?
Why one Vermont town is un-paving roads instead of repairing potholes
July 14, 2016, 2:51 p.m. by Matt Hickman
With little money to repave aging asphalt, Montpelier embraces the countrified charm of dirt and gravel roads.
Dubai, home to far too many fatal Ferrari crashes, wants to go driverless
April 28, 2016, 1:36 p.m. by Jim Motavalli
Accidents involving supercars are common, so the government wants 25 percent of trips to be autonomous by 2030.
4 sporty cars that will keep their value
April 20, 2016, 9:24 a.m. by Jim Motavalli
Which current cars are likely to appreciate — or at least hold their own?
The outcry over EPA's proposed racing ban
April 15, 2016, 9:17 a.m. by Jim Motavalli
Traditionally, the EPA hasn’t much bothered with regulating off-road sports like racing.
Car collecting is hot, but you can get burned
April 11, 2016, 9:21 a.m. by Jim Motavalli
You may be able to retire on the profits from selling that old rust bucket in the garage.
9 of the world's most extreme streets
March 29, 2016, 11:46 a.m. by John Donovan
Highest? Crookedest? Scariest? Shortest? We look at 9 of the world's craziest roadways.
Say goodbye to traffic lights
March 28, 2016, 3:02 p.m. by Jim Motavalli
Scientists think self-driving cars will breeze through intersections.
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Why do dogs eat grass?
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Scientists baffled by sudden brightness of our galaxy's supermassive black hole
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10 remarkable caterpillars and what they become
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White raven sightings keep Vancouver Island mystery alive
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Why more boomers are going bankrupt
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For the first time, scientists capture a shockwave bursting from the sun
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How to tell what's eating your garden plants
There are plenty of potential culprits, and there are just as many ways to stop them.
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Top 10 vegetables to grow in your garden
These nutritional powerhouses can flourish in your yard or in containers.
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Grow birdseed, don't buy it
Here are 10 flowering plants that look gorgeous and reward you with seeds.
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10 secret gardens in the middle of major cities
These hidden gardens are peaceful oases in the middle of the urban hustle and bustle.
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How to make a sun map of your garden
There are many ways to map an area's sunlight exposure. Here are a few tips to make sure your pla...
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How to fight the heat
Plant selection and design in addition to proper watering can help reduce stress on plants.
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9 ideas for creating shade
When the sun gets overbearing — and it will — you have options.
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