New York City Archives

Brandon Cafferky Friday, April 29, 2022

Daily Infographic: 260 miles on a single charge

BrightDrop EV sets Guinness World Record

A recent report found that people of color are exposed 17% more particulate matter emissions in New York City.

Alyssa Sporrer Thursday, April 14, 2022

Report: Diesel truck emissions in NYC affect people of color more

Truck-related emissions are disproportionately impacting people of color in New York City, according to a report released by The Real Urban Emissions Initiative.

Urb-E delivering fresh produce for Square Roots in New York City

Brian Straight Friday, April 1, 2022

Urb-E tackles zero-emissions fresh food delivery with Square Roots

Electric cargo container delivery service Urb-E is now transporting fresh greens from Square Roots’ sustainable New York City farm to local retail stores.

Brian Straight Thursday, March 17, 2022

Next-day delivery unicorn Veho acquires e-commerce return firm QuikReturn

Last-mile delivery firm Veho is adding reverse logistics to its portfolio with the acquisition of returns specialist QuikReturn.

A new coalition called Justice for App Workers is banding together New York City gig workers in pursuit of union rights

Jack Daleo Thursday, February 3, 2022

NYC gig worker unionization efforts pick up

A new coalition, Justice for App Workers, is aiming to unionize about 100,000 ride-share and delivery drivers in New York City.

NYC announced new provisions to protect food delivery drivers

Jack Daleo Friday, January 28, 2022

Analysis: NYC grants sweeping new rights to food delivery workers

New provisions approved by New York Mayor Eric Adams this week will transform working conditions for food delivery workers.

John Kingston Thursday, December 16, 2021

Latest New York City freight blueprint focuses on final mile

New York City has released several blueprints on its freight future during the de Blasio administration.

This food delivery startup is changing the game

Jack Daleo Thursday, December 9, 2021

This NYC food delivery startup is giving power back to restaurants

Food delivery startup Sesame is using logistics to challenge the dominant, commission-based food delivery model.

Brian Straight Thursday, December 2, 2021

Jokr goes from launch to unicorn in 8 months; new funding delivers $1.2B valuation

Instant-delivery firm Jokr announced it has reached unicorn status following a $260 million Series B funding round and is adding Boston to its service area.