Tag: traffic
6 Posts

Jan 24, 2020
Mad as Hell, Still Taking It
Traffic congestion keeps getting worse, even as cars keep getting faster.

Sep 23, 2016
In L.A. and Other Gridlocked Cities, Rush-Hour Traffic Never Reaches the Speed Limit
With cheaper gas and an end to the recession, we're heading back out on the congested highways. On the worst roads, Americans are spending an extra 3.5 days in traffic every year.

Apr 14, 2015
A Modern Mystery: Why Hang Back at Stoplights?
Jim's a self-described old timer and he's noticed a new phenomenon--people leaving several car lenghts between themselves and the next car at traffic lights. Can Car Talk solve this mystery?

Oct 17, 2014
Traffic Congestion Could Cost $4.4 Trillion
A new study says gridlock could get worse, a lot worse. But we could escape that grim fate with public transit and telecommuting options.

Jun 13, 2014
American Car Fleet Hits a Record 252 Million
We're keeping cars longer, and buying a lot of new ones. It's a formula for crowded roads.

May 21, 2014
The Zipper Merge: Vote Now
The Zipper Merge (aka late merging) is one of the most controversial maneuvers in traffic. We're going to settle this issue once and for all, the Car Talk way, with a highly unscientific poll. Cast your vote now!