07/01/2026
Big moves are happening in West Palm Beach!
A game-changing driverless car network could be headed to Palm Beach County. California-based Glydways has pitched a fleet of autonomous vehicles running along a dedicated, partly elevated four-mile roadway connecting Palm Beach International Airport directly to downtown.
Unlike traditional trains, these self-driving vehicles will take you straight to your specific destination without unnecessary stops. Proposed stations include major hubs like the convention center, CityPlace, the Brightline station, the county courthouse, the NORA District, and the Historic Northwest neighborhood. Because these dedicated paths cost significantly less to build than rail, they offer a much more practical and budget-friendly solution for public infrastructure.
County commissioners are set to discuss whether to greenlight this futuristic project on July 7, just days before the airport is officially renamed Donald J. Trump International Airport. Glydways is already bringing similar cutting-edge airport systems to Atlanta and San Jose, making this a massive step forward for local transit.
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