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INRIX: congestion costs each American 97 hours, $1,348 a year

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Wichita, Kan., had the lowest cost of congestion among the US cities studied at $304 per driver. Boston drivers lost up to $2,291 per year due to congestion, followed by Washington D.C. 2,161), Seattle ($1,932), Chicago ($1,920) and New York City ($1,859).

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ARPA-E awards $35M to 16 REFUEL projects for energy-dense carbon-neutral liquid fuels; leveraging ammonia

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If successful, the MSRI team will greatly reduce the cost of solid oxide fuel cells while providing a high-efficiency, long-life power generating option with a reduced carbon footprint. Wichita State University. The team also seeks to develop a manufacturing process for the cell. Molecule Works, Inc.

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INRIX analysis identifies top 10 US cities for highly autonomous vehicles; prioritizing corridors for deployment

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The deployment of highly autonomous vehicles (HAVs) is expected to deliver substantial benefits: reduced traffic congestion, decreased emissions, lower-cost of mobility and safer travel. It is crucial for public officials to proactively plan for autonomous vehicles using a data-driven approach aimed at tackling specific urban area needs.

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