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Technology is changing the way we get around. Experts say we’ll soon have the know-how to make commuting faster, safer and more environmentally friendly. But will that mean reducing our dependence on private vehicles? Check out the coming transportation revolution.

Interview: Rebecca Roberts talks with Norman Mineta, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation about what he thinks is the future of public-private partnerships in terms of automotive transportation. Join in.

Watch: Reporter Barb Moffat explores tomorrow's cars that, on a specially equipped highway, can drive themselves. Real 56k, or Quicktime.  get the player

Vote: Is the U.S. doing enough to encourage the use of low-emission cars and buses?   YES or NO?

Research: Interested in doing research on transportation issues? Want to read a commentary from a bicycle activist on what he says is the ultimate green vehicle? Here are some places to start.

Discuss: What are your biggest concerns about public and private transportation in the next decade? What's your opinion?


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