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DOT: Request for Information on US DOT's Transportation Community Explorer (TC Explorer) Tool and Index Methodology Federal Register

Dec 3, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is seeking comments on a request for information related to the updated Transportation Community Explorer (TC Explorer) Tool and Index methodology. The TC Explorer is a data-driven tool that allows communities to better identify transportation investments that can benefit communities. DOT intends to make updates to its Equitable Transportation Community Explorer (ETC Explorer v1.1) to improve the usefulness and accuracy of the tool, particularly for rural and tribal communities, and rename the tool as the Transportation Community (TC) Explorer. Comments are due by December 16, 2024.

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Is a Future with Self-Driving Vehicles Closer than We Think - Researchers Aim to Find out in Study

Nov 7, 2024 - Highlights a recently completed research study aiming to determine the benefits and challenges of using autonomous vehicles on rural roads. Discusses the potential impact of this technology on rural resident health and well-being.

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Patients Are Relying on Lyft, Uber to Travel Far Distances to Medical Care

Oct 14, 2024 - Describes the use of ride-hailing apps by rural Georgians for transportation to medical appointments. Highlights data showing that a significant number of rural residents are using the apps for transportation to appointments over 100 miles away. Notes that some insurance plans cover transportation costs, but services may be less available in rural communities.

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