Congratulations Columbus, you are the U.S. DoT Smart City Challenge winner!
After months of hard work and dedication by cities from across the country, the US DoT announced today that Columbus, OH will receive $50 million in grant funding from the federal government and Vulcan, Inc. to turn the city into a test track for transportation technology, including autonomous vehicles and electric cars.
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The other six finalists cities should also stand up and take a bow. Austin, Kansas City, San Francisco, Pittsburgh, Denver and Portland, OR all have innovative proposals that include mobility options that would connect residents to their cities. Before the winner was announced, all seven cities committed to continue working together to support the use of technology to address issues that all cities face, and to share best practices. Autodesk remains committed to help as well.
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