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Economic impact of the UK’s reliance on cars
UK reliance on private cars imposes annual congestion costs, increases infrastructure and subsidy burdens, constrains public transport development and productivity, and may prompt policy measures to encourage modal shift.
Angola to deploy API-PNR gateway at Luanda airport
Angola will deploy SITA’s API-PNR gateway at Luanda airport and open a passenger information centre to centralise traveller data, enhancing operational efficiency, data governance and security-related decision-making.
Busan launches first state-owned all-electric passenger ferry
Busan Port Authority has commissioned the country's first state-owned all-electric passenger ferry as part of a national plan to replace 140 state vessels by 2030 and reduce port emissions.
EIB provides €500m loan to Traton for truck R&D
EIB agreed a €500m loan to Traton to fund R&D and rollout of fuel-efficient commercial vehicles, support modular truck platforms, and align with EU decarbonisation and competitiveness objectives.
TfWM updates demand-responsive transport service
Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) has upgraded its demand-responsive service, appointing Via as operator and adding door-to-door trips within five miles, smaller accessible vehicles and retained Ring & Ride eligibility.
Daimler Truck selects Innoviz for Level 4 LiDAR supply
Daimler Truck has appointed Innoviz to supply short-range LiDAR sensors for series production SAE Level 4 Class 8 autonomous trucks, partnering with Torc Robotics to integrate sensors into Freightliner Cascadia.
UK confirms £3bn multi-year funding for buses
Government commits £3bn through Local Authority Bus Grant to 2028–29, allocating about £700m annually for local authorities to fund fares, routes, zero‑emission buses, infrastructure and franchising support.
UK proposes national minimum standards for taxi licensing
The Department for Transport proposes national minimum standards for taxi and private hire licensing, centralising powers and consulting on reducing local licensing authorities from 263 to 70 to improve safety.
Four rapid EV chargers installed in Blackburn, Aberdeen
Believ installed four rapid chargers in Blackburn, Aberdeen, enabling eight simultaneous charges and 0–80% in under 20 minutes depending on model; Scottish BEV sales are up 57% YTD to 13.5%.
CiTTi Magazine December 2025 issue highlights
December issue presents award winners, a year‑end urban mobility review, inclusive infrastructure case studies and analysis of telematics adoption amid e‑commerce growth, congestion and mixed‑energy fleets.
UK introduces pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles
Government to impose 3p-per-mile charge on electric vehicles and 1.5p on hybrids; policy aims to offset lost fuel duty and affects vehicle running costs and their uptake.
TfGM develops business case to extend trams to Stockport
TfGM and Stockport Council are preparing a business case to extend Metrolink services from East Didsbury to Stockport via the Denton rail line, evaluating tram-train use and funding timelines.
Budget confirms EV mileage charge, rail fares freeze
Budget introduces a mileage-based EV charge from 2028, freezes regulated rail fares for one year, and allocates additional funding for EV chargers and local road maintenance.
CiTTi Awards 2025 winners announced
Winners of the CiTTi Awards 2025 were announced at a London gala on 25 November, recognising UK public- and private-sector projects across 20 categories covering urban transport and mobility.
CiTTi Awards 2025 ceremony at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms
Nearly 200 transport professionals and stakeholders will attend the CiTTi Awards 2025 in London, featuring more than 100 shortlisted entries judged by industry experts.
SCALE consortium formed to decarbonise HGV fleets
SCALE consortium, led by Voltempo and backed by Transport Scotland's £2m HGV Market Readiness Fund, will trial electric HGVs and develop a community-owned charging network supporting Scottish hauliers.
UK considers per-mile tax for electric vehicles
The UK government is examining a pay‑per‑mile EV tax to replace falling fuel duty receipts, raising issues of fairness, privacy, rural impact and public resistance; gradual, transparent design advised.
Q-Free appointed to CCS framework
Q-Free appointed to a CCS procurement framework to provide traffic optimisation, real-time management, detection, enforcement, data insights and connected-vehicle integration, including systems integration and lifecycle support.
East West Rail advances to next construction phase
DfT confirms East West Rail construction phase, proposing new and expanded stations, hybrid battery-electric trains and design revisions after consultation to support regional connectivity and growth.
Bill amendment allows mandated EV charging accessibility
The government amendment to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill allows ministers to mandate accessibility standards, require PAS 1899 compliance and impose reporting and installation obligations for new public EV chargers.
EcoRodovias expands Kistler partnership in Brazil
EcoRodovias extended deployment of Kistler’s KiTraffic Digital and KiTraffic Basic across Brazilian toll network, enabling MLFF and dynamic weight enforcement reducing invalid data to under 5% without static toll stations.
CiTTi Awards 2025 at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms
CiTTi Awards will be held on 25 November 2025 in London, recognising UK urban mobility projects; tickets and tables are available following a judged selection process.
Daimler Trucks begins second phase of GenH2 deployment
Daimler Trucks has initiated a second-phase customer deployment of Mercedes‑Benz GenH2 liquid‑hydrogen fuel‑cell trucks with five logistics partners to validate operating data and support production readiness.
Kapsch awarded €4.9m Barcelona traffic upgrade contract
Kapsch TrafficCom will execute a €4.9m, two-and-a-half-year upgrade of intersection infrastructure in four Barcelona districts, integrating controllers into the central traffic system, including compatibility tests, and providing 24/7 maintenance.
Southend-on-Sea and Zest to deploy over 3,000 EV chargers
Southend-on-Sea City Council and Zest will roll out over 3,000 public EV charging spaces under a 15‑year contract, backed by £1.4m LEVI funding, with phased deployment starting early next year.
Aberdeen installs 20mph speed limit signs
Aberdeen City Council has begun installing 20mph signs in northern streets to reduce collision risk, encourage active travel and lower emissions; roll-out will extend to central and southern areas.
INIT and MARTA begin Better Breeze system installation
INIT is installing Better Breeze for MARTA, including readers, ticket vending machines and faregates; phased deployment due spring 2026, with a mobile app and later fare box integration.
Go-Ahead acquires nine low-emission Alexander Dennis buses
Go-Ahead’s Carousel Buses received nine Alexander Dennis Enviro200 low-emission vehicles, featuring SmartPack efficiency technology, to support services across Buckinghamshire and Berkshire.
South Yorkshire allocates £1.64m for active travel projects
South Yorkshire mayor and councils will deliver nine walking, wheeling and cycling schemes funded by a £1.64m Active Travel England grant, scheduled for completion by April 2027.
APCOA awarded 10‑year parking contract by NI DfI
APCOA will provide parking enforcement across Northern Ireland under a 10-year contract with the Department for Infrastructure, mobilised over eight months with around 160 staff and multiple supply-chain partners.
London Congestion Charge rises to £18; EV discounts reduced
London's daily Congestion Charge will rise from £15 to £18 from 2 January 2026; zero-emission vehicle exemptions and residents’ discounts will be reduced under a new tiered scheme.
ADIO signs 29 autonomous mobility commercial agreements
Abu Dhabi Investment Office has signed 29 commercial agreements to pilot autonomous mobility solutions across logistics, e-commerce and healthcare, aiming to enable commercial deployment and attract inward investment.
TfGM launches inclusive cycling network in Manchester area
Transport for Greater Manchester has launched an inclusive cycling network with centres in every borough, 15 partner organisations and a range of accessible cycles to increase participation and support wellbeing.
Surrey expands sight-loss app to eight locations
Surrey County Council expanded the Aira Explorer trial to eight additional locations, providing free video-call visual interpretation for blind and partially sighted travellers at bus–rail interchanges funded by BSIF.
Adif awards Hitachi Rail signalling contract
Adif has contracted Hitachi Rail to adapt signalling and telecommunications for a 2,485m freight branch to Port of Seville, including signalling upgrades and control-centre software updates.
UK Considers 3p-per-Mile EV Levy to Offset Fuel Duty Loss
The UK Treasury plans to introduce a 3p-per-mile charge for electric vehicles from 2028 to compensate for declining fuel duty revenues, with consultations on rate-setting and implementation ongoing.
Zest installs EV charging bays at Kennedy Centre, Belfast
Zest partners with Kennedy Centre to deploy six 120 kW ultra-rapid EV charging bays, enhancing public electric vehicle infrastructure in West Belfast retail and leisure location.
Amazon Begins UK Rollout of 160 Electric Heavy Goods Vehicles
Amazon initiates deployment of 160 electric heavy trucks and over 800 electric vans in the UK, enhancing its logistics with fast charging infrastructure to support sustainable transportation.
Four Vehicle Categories Exempt from Kenya Rironi-Mau Toll
Kenya’s Rironi-Mau Summit Highway will exempt ambulances, military, police, and local residents from tolls, with toll rates set at Ksh 8 per km and subject to periodic review.
European Parliament Approves Toll Exemptions for Zero-Emission Vehicles
The European Parliament has approved an extended deadline allowing member states to exempt zero-emission trucks and buses from CO2-based road charges, aiming to support climate-neutral road transport.
NHAI Reduces Toll Collection Costs by £206 Million in FY 2024‑25
The National Highways Authority of India lowered toll collection costs from 17.27% to 9.27% by implementing contract and monitoring reforms, resulting in £206 million savings in FY 2024‑25.
Four Toll Plazas Open on Serbia's Moravski Corridor
Four new toll plazas have commenced operations on Serbia's Moravski Corridor, enhancing connectivity along key national and international routes. The project involves advanced tolling technology and supports road network upgrades.
EU Commission Proposes Amendments to Eurovignette Toll Directive
The European Commission has proposed amendments to Directive 1999/62/EC, enhancing clarity and integrating CO2-based toll adjustments to support environmental and legal objectives.
Public Consultation Open on Canterbury Motorway Tolling
Submissions are invited on proposed tolls for Canterbury's Belfast to Pegasus Motorway and Woodend Bypass, with consultation closing on 9 September.
Toll Charges to Rise on M50, Dublin Port Tunnel from 2026
Transport Infrastructure Ireland will increase tolls on M50, Dublin Port Tunnel, and PPP roads by applying a 2% inflation adjustment effective January 2026, as per contractual agreements.
TfL Advances Road Safety Initiatives to Lower Casualties
TfL implements Direct Vision Standard and Safer Junctions programmes, reduces speed limits, and collaborates with police to enhance road safety and reduce casualties in Greater London.
