Today’s Solutions: August 05, 2026

A report released this week from the National Association of City Transportation Officials, a nonprofit representing cities on transportation issues, lays out a vision for the future of city streets as autonomous vehicles arrive. Some cities look to NACTO for recommendations, but it’s unclear if cities will adopt its guidance.

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