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For Virginia commuters, new era begins with HOT lanes
Construction gets underway to create 29 miles of toll lanes in Northern Virginia’s I-95 corridor.
 
Commuter tax on the move
(The Washington Post, August 3, 2012; 6:43 PM)
 
Can’t get away from D.C.? Here are some good day trips
(The Washington Post, August 3, 2012; 12:22 PM)
 
E-ZPass Flex: New gadget will give carpoolers an express ride free
(The Washington Post, July 28, 2012; 5:11 PM)
 
Metro’s hot cars: What to look for, and avoid
(The Washington Post, July 21, 2012; 3:33 PM)
 
Road work update: Summer projects abound in D.C. region
(The Washington Post, July 14, 2012; 12:12 PM)
 
D.C.’s extreme weather travel guide
(The Washington Post, July 6, 2012; 9:52 AM)
 
July 4 in D.C.: The getting-around guide
(The Washington Post, June 30, 2012; 1:50 PM)
 
Riding Metro with Rush Plus: Are two trains better than one?
(The Washington Post, June 23, 2012; 12:04 PM)
 
Metro’s July 1 fare increases: A study guide
(The Washington Post, June 16, 2012; 3:56 PM)
 
Rush Plus user’s guide: New Metro service begins June 18
(The Washington Post, June 9, 2012; 12:27 AM)
 
Wilson Bridge project plans season of paving to open all Beltway lanes
(The Washington Post, June 1, 2012; 12:50 PM)
 
Summer getaway guide for D.C. area drivers
(The Washington Post, May 18, 2012; 1:51 PM)
 
Bicyclists, motorists need to share road
(The Washington Post, May 12, 2012; 5:28 PM)
 
Maryland roads lined with work zones
(The Washington Post, May 5, 2012; 6:02 PM)
 
Metro fares still complex, and more costly
(The Washington Post, April 27, 2012; 8:42 AM)
 
VDOT plans to untangle Arlington Boulevard
(The Washington Post, April 20, 2012; 11:32 PM)
 
Metro to resume track work, station shutdowns on weekends
(The Washington Post, April 13, 2012; 9:51 AM)
 
Getting to Nationals Park for 2012 season
(The Washington Post, April 7, 2012; 3:42 PM)
 
Virginia transportation officials see congestion relief ahead
(The Washington Post, March 31, 2012; 12:00 PM)
 
New Metrorail map adds and subtracts
(The Washington Post, March 23, 2012; 9:56 AM)
 
Traveler’s guide to the D.C. Cherry Blossom Festival
(The Washington Post, March 16, 2012; 11:47 AM)
 
Maryland Beltway bridge getting a makeover
(The Washington Post, March 3, 2012; 6:04 PM)
 
Metro to hear from riders on fare increases
(The Washington Post, February 24, 2012; 12:28 PM)
 
VDOT looks for a better way to ease Beltway/I-66 traffic
(The Washington Post, February 18, 2012; 1:29 PM)
 
GAO study looks at impact of highway tolls
(The Washington Post, February 10, 2012; 9:26 AM)
 
Consulting commuters on I-66 needs
(The Washington Post, February 4, 2012; 7:08 PM)
 
Metro’s renovations never seem to end: Is it getting any better?
(The Washington Post, January 27, 2012; 11:20 AM)
 
Effects of Metrorail hikes differ among riders
(The Washington Post, January 20, 2012; 10:07 AM)
 
How would Metro fare changes hit you?
(The Washington Post, January 13, 2012; 11:26 PM)
 
D.C.’s new 11th St. Bridge opening in phases
(The Washington Post, January 7, 2012; 5:05 PM)
 
The year ahead for D.C. region’s commuters
(The Washington Post, January 1, 2012; 2:07 PM)
 
D.C. area’s top transportation stories of 2011
(The Washington Post, December 22, 2011; 4:53 PM)
 
Getting a grip on D.C. region’s icy roads
(The Washington Post, December 17, 2011; 6:29 PM)
 
Metro evaluates its summer performance
(The Washington Post, December 10, 2011; 4:48 PM)
 
Holiday guide for getting around D.C. area
(The Washington Post, December 3, 2011; 5:37 PM)
 
Big changes in store for Tysons Corner travelers with future HOT lanes setup
(The Washington Post, November 26, 2011; 5:44 PM)
 
User’s guide to Intercounty Connector
(The Washington Post, November 19, 2011; 5:57 PM)
 
Getaway guide 2011 for D.C. travelers
(The Washington Post, November 12, 2011; 1:04 AM)
 
Behind the Metro station name debates
(The Washington Post, November 4, 2011; 10:40 PM)
 
Metrorail adjusting the rush-hour ride
(The Washington Post, October 28, 2011; 11:08 AM)
 
Leaders highlight Va. transportation plans
(The Washington Post, October 21, 2011; 8:33 AM)
 
Teen drivers most likely to crash in first month of solo driving
(The Washington Post, October 15, 2011; 2:54 PM)
 
King Memorial by car, transit, bike or foot
(The Washington Post, October 8, 2011; 1:55 PM)
 
Drivers share progress, pain on Va. Beltway
(The Washington Post, October 1, 2011; 2:51 PM)
 
Virginia advances plan for I-95 HOT lanes
(The Washington Post, September 24, 2011; 12:04 PM)
 
Metro proposes changes to Metrobus system
(The Washington Post, September 17, 2011; 12:53 PM)
 
Getting to FedEx Field in time for kickoff
(The Washington Post, September 10, 2011; 6:16 PM)
 
District steers clear of global traffic traumas
(The Washington Post, September 9, 2011; 10:17 PM)
 
Roads are built, Metro lines open — eventually
(The Washington Post, September 2, 2011; 11:59 PM)
 
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