Rules to boost fuel economy for passenger vehicles will do more good than harm, new study shows
Findings by USC and other universities contradict claims by the Trump administration, which aims to roll back fuel economy standards.
Train Travel at Supersonic Speed? A Trojan Alumna at Hyperloop Hopes to Make it Possible
USC Viterbi alumna Anita Sengupta works on a high-speed transportation system that’s like “a spacecraft flying on the ground.”
Yep, driving home does take longer than driving to work in L.A.
USC research shows it’s usually faster to drive in the morning rush hour than it is at night. But why?
What airline passengers want most: to get through security quickly
The advantages of programs like TSA Precheck far outweigh feared drawbacks, new study finds.
How transit affects job seekers: The first and last mile to the station make all the difference
Biking or ridesharing to the nearest public transit stop could be crucial for riders with limited access to public transportation, USC study finds.
With the click of a camera, USC professor tracks New York City’s transit development
Photos go to the USC Libraries’ Digital Library, where they will help other researchers analyze neighborhoods near subway stations.
Equal treatment of air travelers comes at a price most seem unwilling to pay
Most people surveyed did not want to trade off convenience or wait any longer than five minutes more than usual to ensure that all passengers are treated the same.
Database project reveals L.A.’s most hazardous time to drive, and more
USC Annenberg and USC Viterbi join to report on accident-prone roadways and the worst interchanges.
Who’s on the move? How mobility may affect future transit use
Gary Painter of USC Price hopes transportation planners pay attention to what the U.S. population looks like.
USC center leads multi-university effort to solve transportation issues
The university receives a federal grant to head a regional research effort that addresses challenges with transportation technology.
Pollution Prescription on Your Morning Freeway Commute
You can get as much as a half of your daily air pollution exposure on your drive. Scott Fruin criss-crosses the Southland to learn more.
L.A.’s Roads Scholars
As Los Angeles builds public transit, USC’s policy and engineering minds predict how the city will commute.
USC Hyperloop team optimistic as SpaceX competition nears
The students hopes to be among those chosen to build their design for a revolutionary, high-speed transportation system.
Big data offers a new look at Expo Line
USC project highlights the benefits and limitations of transit projects.
At 100, ‘Mr. Freeway’ looks back at his concrete creations
A USC engineering alum built the highways that ushered in a new era across America.
Here are three ways to unlock Los Angeles gridlock
USC Dornsife professors of economics, history and American studies and ethnicity offer scholarly opinions on how the city can tackle its unsustainable traffic problem.
Campus ride service usage jumps as wait times drop
Evening and nighttime services from Campus Cruiser and Uber are increasingly popular among students, faculty and staff.
I-10 bridge collapse exposes transportation vulnerabilities
USC experts respond in wake of failure on vital Los Angeles-Arizona corridor.
Bike-sharing headed to USC as part of MTA program
Metro pilot project will put more than 1,000 rental bicycles around downtown Los Angeles.
USC Price students conceive practical plans for LA and San Diego
Planning studios analyze options of the Fashion District, an elementary school and local ports.
Moving the world: lessons from the port slowdowns
Recent impasse at the ports of LA and Long Beach illustrates the challenges of today’s global supply chain.
What does Panama Canal expansion mean for North America?
USC’s Geraldine Knatz explains the maritime effects to congressional officials.
Transit takes a hit on Twitter: We even like the airlines more
The most negative comments are aimed at agencies in D.C., Boston, Philadelphia and Chicago, USC study finds.
How can California make better use of urban areas?
USC Price panel analyzes changes to the state’s Environmental Quality Act.