PHILADELPHIA (AP) - July 25, 2008
As more commuters consider ditching their cars to save money on
gas, Internet mapping services, cities and community groups are
being pushed to lay out the best routes for biking and walking -
just like drivers have found online for years.
Technical and practical roadblocks stand between such a network
becoming ubiquitous, but there are signs of progress.
Google just launched a walking-directions service. MapQuest is
reporting more use of its "avoid highways" function and offering
a walking directions service on cell phones. And some cities have
developed detailed online maps to help walkers, bikers and
transit-riders find the fastest routes.
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