By Gene Park There's some exciting news for Honolulu bicyclists. After several years of work, the city's Bicycle Master Plan is just about ready to be released. The comprehensive plan, which would map where new bike lanes would be placed, among other solutions, should be ready for release before the end of the month, says city Transportation Services Director Wayne Yoshioka.
By Gene Park When a motorcycle accident occurs, there's one question reporters always ask: Were they wearing helmets? On Wednesday a 51-year-old man was in critical condition after crashing his mo-ped in Kailua. He sustained head injuries and was not wearing a helmet.
By Gene Park The legislative session is about to go into full speed, so now's a good time to see what traffic-related bills will be up for discussion.
By Gene Park Last week I wrote about upcoming new requirements for renewing a driver's license or getting a learner's permit. I should've known that it would not be the last time I would write about the changes. Many of you sent me great questions.
By Gene Park New identification requirements are coming for people who want to renew their driver's licenses. We ran a story Monday about the changes, but it bears repeating, particularly since both the state and our newsroom have gotten calls with more questions.
By Gene Park Traffic is crazy in Hawaii. It got crazier during 2011. Everyone has their top stories of the year, and here are my top three when it comes to traffic.
By Gene Park Peter Carlisle and Roger Morton: Who would win in a race? The mayor probably has the advantage when it comes to politics, but Morton, president and general manager of Oahu Transit Services, definitely has Carlisle beat when it comes to driving buses.
By Gene Park I have to admit, I am a bit torn on the National Transportation Safety Board's recommendation of an outright cellphone ban while driving.
By Gene Park Our vehicles are getting safer, but what about our driving habits? A friend of mine recently got into a fender bender because she was checking a text on her phone. It could've been worse.
By Gene Park As much as we complain about traffic every day in Honolulu, I think all of us can breathe a bit easier in a post-APECalyptic world.