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DDOT Approves Two More Sidewalk Robot companies for DC

By Prince Of Petworth

From DDOT:

“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced that permits have been issued to two personal delivery device (PDD) companies, Serve Robotics and Coco Robotics. Their sidewalk robots will offer door-to-door food delivery services in the core of the District.

“Personal delivery devices offer an additional option for food delivery in the District and can be an alternative to trips made by larger vehicles,” said DDOT Director Sharon Kershbaum. “We are excited to add this delivery option.” (more…)

“DDOT introduces new Autonomous Vehicle monitoring challenge”

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“US Ignite, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), and Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID) are thrilled to announce plans to launch an Autonomous Vehicle Observation (AVO) Zone Challenge in June 2026, a pivotal step toward understanding autonomous vehicle activity on public streets in dense urban environments.

The AVO Zone Challenge is designed to (more…)

“DDOT’s Program to Give Eligible District Residents up to $1,500 for E-Bike Purchase Returns”

By Prince Of Petworth

From DDOT:

“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announces the return of the successful District E-Bike Incentive Program that helps District residents—particularly of low income—purchase an e-bike using a voucher worth as much as $1,500. The $500,000 program also helps support bicycle businesses within the District. (more…)

What the Helen of Troy is This?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Spotted this little gal (her name is Sasha) over the last few days in Navy Yard. DDOT markings, I assume it’s to map sidewalks and assess the walkability of the neighborhood?” (more…)

“DDOT Launches Program to Give Eligible DC Residents up to $2,000 for E-Bike Purchase”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Mr.TinMD

From DDOT:

“The first application window will open to Preferred Applicants only from April 1 – April 15, 2024.

Today, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announces the launch of the highly anticipated District E-Bike Incentive Program that will help District residents—particularly of low income—purchase an e-bike using a voucher worth as much as $2,000. The $500,000 program also helps support bicycle businesses within the District. (more…)

Signs of the Times

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Jared Stern

Thanks to Jared for sharing: “You have to hand it to the writers at DDOT. Discouraging drunk driving while being just amusing enough to get you busted for distracted driving.”