A global tram renaissance is underway. Why isn’t London jumping on board? Opinion London, once home to the world's largest tram network, squandered it all. Nicholas Boys Smith explains how London can get back on track.
Hammersmith Bridge is a test for Burnham’s place-based growth Opinion Putting forward funds to reopen Hammersmith Bridge is not special pleading for the capital, it is common sense, writes Tolga Inanc.
Are cars really the problem? London cyclists, it’s time to look within our ranks Opinion Have vigilante cyclists shouting at cars been waging the wrong war? Mauricio Alencar says it's time for cyclists to look within their own ranks.
Which is the smelliest Tube line? August 20, 2026 Nobody would say the Tube is the freshest part of our transport network. But which line stinks the most? James Ford has the answer.
Bolt eyes former Zipcar customers with London car-sharing push July 10, 2026 Bolt is expanding into UK car sharing through a new partnership with Hiyacar, as the ride-hailing giant looks to fill the gap left by Zipcar’s withdrawal from London. From autumn, Londoners will be able to book Hiyacar vehicles directly through the Bolt app without paying a membership fee, marking the first UK launch of Bolt [...]
Ealing stalls on Voi contract as ‘sensitive discussions’ threaten West London e-bike network July 1, 2026 Ealing Council has held back from signing a fresh e-bike agreement with operator Voi, City AM understands, stalling its upcoming operating period as backroom negotiations expose growing regulatory divide on London’s high streets. Town hall chiefs have admitted that negotiations have hit a deadlock, revealing they are mired in non-disclosure talks ahead of a looming [...]
London’s heatwave is a boon for Lime bikes June 24, 2026 As temperatures climb across the capital and commuters look for ways to avoid stuffy Tube carriages, London’s heatwave is turning into a major boost for the micromobility industry. Lime, the Uber-backed e-bike giant preparing for a New York stock market listing, has seen demand surge as Londoners swap public transport for two wheels. During May’s [...]
Can an e-bike subscription win over London commuters from Lime and Forest? May 17, 2026 London’s dockless bike market has become increasingly competitive, but for regular riders the main difference between operators is often cost, rather than convenience. Lime and Forest dominate much of the capital’s dockless cycling network and both have become embedded in the daily commute, particularly across central London where short journeys are often quicker by bike [...]
Bolt expands London e-bikes ahead of Tube strike disruption April 20, 2026 Bolt is expanding its e-bike network across central and west London ahead of a fresh wave of Tube and bus strikes, City AM understands, to try ease pressure on the capital’s strained transport system. The ride-hailing firm said its bikes are now available in Westminster and Hammersmith & Fulham, adding to its existing presence in [...]
Lime policy chief: Retime traffic lights to make London cyclists safer February 4, 2026 London should follow Copengahen and Amsterdam by retiming traffic lights to reward safe cyclists, writes Lime policy director Hal Stevenson.