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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 3d

Time for the annual NYC game of “Is It A Costume, or Just How They Normally Dress?”

Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 5d

I don't think it's realistic, or even ideal, for all cities to directly copy Hoboken, but there are some universal concepts that can be applied. Narrow one-way streets. Daylight corners. Dense transit development. 20mph speed limits. Tactical, quick-build projects. Robust bike share.

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Philadelphia Inquirer @inquirer.com · 6d

Hoboken has had zero traffic deaths since the beginning of 2017, making it a star of the Vision Zero movement.

Can Philly replicate its success?

Hoboken has gone 8 years without a traffic death. Can Philly replicate its success?

The densely populated city across from Manhattan is not taking a victory lap. Hoboken transportation officials know that Vision Zero success can be fleeting and vow to keep focusing on it.

www.inquirer.com

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 7d

Update: exciting things happening here.

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 9d

The cheat codes are open source, after all.

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 14d

The ‘Problem’ With E-Bikes? The Super Fast Illegal Ones - nyc.streetsblog.org/2025/10/21/t...

The 'Problem' With E-Bikes? The Super Fast Illegal Ones - Streetsblog New York City

New Yorkers are riding illegal vehicles marketed as e-bikes with little to no-consequences, and it's a safety problem.

nyc.streetsblog.org

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 15d

@hobokenemily.bsky.social

Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 15d

How To with John Wilson season 4 plot arc.

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 17d

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www.governing.com/transportati...

How Hoboken Has Gone Years Without a Traffic Death

It's been seven years since the New Jersey city has seen a traffic fatality, with injuries down significantly as well. Many of its improvements could be replicated elsewhere.

www.governing.com

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 18d

You didn't mention this in the newsletter, but I was excited to see the bike/pedestrian concept on Clinton Street that's being proposed for the Rockefeller site! Exciting things coming to the 5th Ward in coming years!

Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 18d

Congratulations to @zoeschiffer.bsky.social for this monumental work of art.

Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 18d

"Her [Cybertruck] name is Aura, and I use her as a therapist. When I'm driving, I'll ask questions, and it actually gives really good therapy advice."

Men will do literally anything to avoid therapy.

www.wired.com/story/owning...

Spit On, Sworn At, and Undeterred: What It’s Like to Own a Cybertruck

“We were the targets.” WIRED spoke to seven Tesla Cybertruck owners about their most controversial purchase and why they’re proud to drive it.

www.wired.com

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Bike Hoboken @bikehoboken.org · 18d

Big step forward coming for #Hoboken! When Grand Street is resurfaced in the coming weeks, the city will pilot the ever protected bike lane through the interior of Hoboken! How exciting!

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 20d

Update: exciting things happening here.

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 21d

“We – dealers, manufacturers, auto lenders – don’t learn our lessons from the past,” Schwartz said. “I’m sure bank presidents back then said, ‘We’re never doing 96-month loans again.’ And here we are, 15 years later, and we’re getting right back into it. It’s crazy.”

Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 21d

“Once rare, 7-year car loans are fast becoming the norm. They’re often the only way buyers can afford new rides, with average sale prices surging 28% in 5 years to approach $50k.”

Designed-in car dependency, surging car prices, longer loan periods with more interest.

Sound like “freedom” to you?

Cars are so expensive that buyers need 7-year loans

Once rare, seven-year car loans are fast becoming the norm. They’re often the only way buyers can afford new rides, with average auto prices nearing $50,000.

www.seattletimes.com

Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 25d

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 27d

Don’t cave, Book.

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · 29d

So, effectively, a Democrat just signed into law a tax cut on coal and gas power?

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Bike Hoboken @bikehoboken.org · 29d

Each election season, we ask Hoboken's candidates where they stand on transportation issues that matter to you!

Visit bikehoboken.org/articles/may...

Responders include:

Michael Russo
Dini Ajmani
@hobokenemily.bsky.social
and Ruben Ramos

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · Oct 1

Hoboken just activated an automated system for ticketing cars that are illegally parked in bike lanes and bus stops.

Imagine if NYC did this!

Bike Hoboken @bikehoboken.org · Oct 1

Initial reports are coming in about how well the #Hoboken CLEAR parking enforcement is working. How exciting to finally have useable bike lanes and bus stops! Have you ever seen the Washington Street bike lane this clear? 😍

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · Sep 30

I cannot wait for those Christie-era coach buses to be phased out on the Hoboken 126 line. They make boarding so slow, difficult for accessibility, and uncomfortable. Glad to see more investment happening!

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Bike Hoboken @bikehoboken.org · Sep 29

We are thankful for the City Council and Mayor Bhalla approving this plan — leading Hoboken toward safer streets and a more welcoming community!

nyc.streetsblog.org/2025/09/29/h...

Scofflaws Beware! Hoboken to Launch Automated Parking Enforcement - Streetsblog New York City

New York City should take note of what is going on in a city that has not had a traffic fatality since 2017.

nyc.streetsblog.org

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · Sep 27

As an alumnus, this is embarrassing.

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Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · Sep 27

I would go for a NJTransit Baggu. That'd be pretty sick.

Andrew @njtrainsit.bsky.social · Sep 27

Thought of you:

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Doug DeMuro Carspotting On Zillow!

YouTube video by Cars & Bids

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