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VTC at TransAction 2026
VTC is proud to present at this year’s TransAction Conference, held April 14–16 in Atlantic City! Registration is now open!
New Report: From Challenge to Resilience—The Evolution of NJ TRANSIT Funding and a Roadmap to a Reliable Future
NJ TRANSIT’s funding history shapes today’s transit system—this report maps past decisions and a path to a more reliable future.
VTC Research Featured at the 2026 TRB Annual Meeting
Convened by the Transportation Research Board (TRB), the 2026 TRB Annual Meeting was held January 11–15, 2026, in Washington, D.C., at the Walter E....
State Planning Commission Adopts New Jersey State Plan, Impact Assessment, and Infrastructure Needs Assessment
The New Jersey State Planning Commission has adopted an updated State Plan, along with a new Impact Assessment and Infrastructure Needs Assessment, marking the first comprehensive update since 2001. The Plan will guide coordinated state and local decision-making on land use, transportation, housing, infrastructure, and climate adaptation.
New Jersey Target Zero Commission Adopts Action Plan
On Monday, December 15, 2025, the New Jersey Target Zero Commission officially adopted the first New Jersey Target Zero Action Plan, reaching...
VTC Distinguished Lecture: Reconnecting Communities by Rethinking Highways
At the VTC Distinguished Lecture, Dr. Erick Guerra challenged the audience to look beyond the nation’s overbuilt highway system and consider how cities can rebuild to reconnect communities and expand access.
VTC Strategic Plan Retreat: Building Our Future Together
In September, VTC staff gathered to update our 2026–2031 Strategic Plan, reflecting on our strengths, expertise, and opportunities for growth. The retreat strengthened collaboration and shaped a shared vision for tackling transportation challenges with research, innovation, and community-focused solutions.
VTC Offers Insights for New Jersey’s New Governor
VTC joined the New Jersey State Policy Lab and other Rutgers researchers in offering research-backed strategies to support transportation, housing, and infrastructure improvements under New Jersey’s new administration.
Protecting Young E-Bike Riders: Advice for Parents, Students, and Communities
As e-bikes and other micromobility devices grow in popularity, it’s essential for young riders and their guardians to understand how to use them safely. These devices offer a fun, healthy, and eco-friendly alternative to driving. The following guidance can help families and communities stay safe while sharing the road.
Recent Publications
Funding Opportunities and Programmatic Insights for Advancing Shared Use Paths, Trails, and Greenways in New Jersey
Trail networks enhance community well-being, providing accessible options for walking, biking, and rolling while promoting sustainability and economic vitality. In New Jersey, investing in trails and shared-use paths supports mobility, safety, and environmental goals,...
Transit Usage Impacts of NJ Transit-Oriented Developments (TODs)
This report examines the relationships between the characteristics of transit-oriented development (TOD) and (1) the use of transit and non-motorized modes (walking, cycling, scooting) and (2) local shopping behaviors and behavioral changes during and after the...
Inroads to Innovation: New Jersey’s Technology Transfer Program
From labor-saving inspection drones to safety-enhancing techniques for bridge repair and preservation, a multipronged New Jersey Department of Transportation technology transfer initiative is helping to advance innovation throughout the agency and state. The goal:...
Eye tracking measures of bicyclists’ behavior and perception: A systematic review
With improved portability and affordability, eye tracking devices have facilitated an expanding range of cycling experiments aimed at understanding cycling behavior and potential risks. Given the complexity of cyclists’ visual behavior and gaze measurements, we...