Global Scans · Transport · Weekly Summary

• [New] The Etihad Rail passenger service, launching in 2026, is set to revolutionize travel in the UAE, offering fast, sustainable, and comfortable transport across 11 cities. Hammer Mindset
• [New] In a groundbreaking move, passengers will be able to use nol cards for ticketing, thanks to a partnership between Etihad Rail and the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), ensuring seamless integration with existing public transport systems. Hammer Mindset
• [New] By 2026, Etihad Rail promises to be a transformative force in reshaping mobility, offering commuters a seamless, eco-friendly alternative to private transport. / UAE Travel And Tour World
• [New] The groundbreaking transport network will not only integrate various forms of public transportation but also offer high-speed connectivity across the UAE. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is taking bold steps to prepare for one of the UAE's most significant transport transformations - the introduction of Etihad Rail's passenger services by 2026. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Etihad Rail - a major railway project being developed - is expected to revolutionize the transport scene in the UAE by connecting cities and ports nationwide. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Connecting rail stations with the current public transport network will establish Dubai as a leader in modern transportation solutions. Travel And Tour World
• [New] In Abu Dhabi, stations will be directly connected to local city routes and public buses, while Sharjah stations will be easily accessible through local transport terminals. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Sharjah's transport terminals will link to Etihad Rail, making it easy for commuters to switch from one form of transport to another. Travel And Tour World
• [New] One of the key features of the Etihad Rail project is the unified ticketing system, which will allow passengers to use Dubai's NOL card across all modes of public transport, including trains, buses, metro, and taxis. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The takeaway for transportation planners - and one at the heart of the question over what North Texas mobility will look like in the future - is that transit can only help alleviate roadway pressure if it's competitive with what many Texans see as the comfort and convenience of driving. The Dallas Morning News
• [New] Emerging risks with EV use While the Philippines welcomes the shift to sustainable transportation, experts warn of emerging risks for owners of electric and hybrid vehicles. Lockton
• [New] Deploying AI for transportation optimization can cut world GHG emissions by 1% until 2030 and have a positive effect on environmental sustainability. AIMultiple
• [New] With autonomous, electric rides offering cheaper fares due to lower operational costs, Tesla's move from Austin to NYC could revolutionize urban transportation. OpenTools
• [New] The advent of Tesla's robotaxis in New York City could act as a catalyst for sweeping changes in urban transportation. OpenTools
• [New] Using a fully solar-powered vehicle built from scratch, university students will race across Australia as part of the world's biggest solar car challenge aimed to foster sustainable transport innovation. Home
• [New] Proposing draft State regulations is a crucial step to further electrify the transportation sector and help New York achieve its climate requirement of reducing greenhouse gases 85% by 2050, while also reducing air pollution, particularly in disadvantaged communities. Governor Kathy Hochul
• Fleets of self-driving Robotaxis, some owned by Tesla and others by customers, could transform transportation much like Uber and Airbnb reshaped their industries. The Cool Down

Last updated: 22 August 2025