21st Century Transportation News Releases

News Release | Illinois PIRG Education Fund | Transportation

New Report: Long-Term Drop in How Much People Drive

A new report released today by the Illinois PIRG Education Fund demonstrates that Americans have been driving less since the middle of last decade. The report shows that young people in particular are decreasing the amount they drive and increasing their use of transportation alternatives.

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News Release | Illinois PIRG Education Fund | Transportation

Report Examines Whether High-Speed Rail Should Be Public, Private or Both

A first-of-its-kind report released today examines whether high-speed rail should be public, private or both.

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News Release | Illinois PIRG | Transportation

Myth Busted: Road Costs Not Covered by Gas Taxes

A new report released today by the Illinois Public Interest Research Group (Illinois PIRG) disproves the common misperception that road-building is paid for by user fees, showing that gas taxes cover barely half the costs of building and maintaining roads, a fraction which is likely to fall steadily.

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News Release | Illinois PIRG Education Fund | Transportation

Experience Shows High-Speed Rail Can Boost Economy, Reduce Traffic

Drawing lessons from other countries, a new study from Illinois PIRG shows that high-speed rail can boost our economy, save energy, curb pollution and provide a popular alternative to congested roads and airports.

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News Release | Illinois PIRG Education Fund | Transportation

High-Speed Rail "Part of the Solution"

A new report puts clear numbers and a clear vision on how high-speed rail will boost the Midwest economy, reduce highway and airport congestion, reduce dependence on oil, and protect the environment.