FBI Probes Baltimore Bridge Collapse Amid Legal Moves
The FBI is investigating the catastrophic collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, focusing on the events that led up to the incident and whether federal laws were adhered to.
Progress in Baltimore Bridge Collapse Cleanup
The Unified Command, a coalition involving the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and other key agencies, has started a crucial phase in the aftermath of the Baltimore bridge collapse.
Structural Shortcomings Were the Downfall of the Francis Scott Key Bridge
Big news in the world of engineering and transportation: the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge has experts pointing fingers at structural failures.
Bridge Collapse at Port of Baltimore Upends Local Logistics
The Francis Scott Key Bridge near Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday morning after a huge container ship hit one of its pillars.
BlackRock Challenges Texas’ $8.5 Billion Withdrawal Decision
in a recent development, BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, is challenging Texas' move to pull out about $8.5 billion from the Texas Permanent School Fund (PSF), alleging it's a boycott against energy companies.
Alaska's Transportation Plan Rejected, Risking Billions in Federal Grants
Federal officials have turned down Alaska's multi-year transportation plan, risking delays in summer construction and jeopardizing billions in federal grants.
Biden Administration Pledges $623 Million for Electric Vehicle Charging Network Expansion
The Biden administration is injecting $623 million into the nation's electric vehicle charging network, with a focus on disadvantaged communities and freight trucks.
President Biden Announces $16 Billion Investment in Northeast Corridor Rail Upgrades
The federal government plans to allocate over $16 billion to enhance the Northeast Corridor, the busiest rail line in the country, connecting cities like Washington, New York, and Boston.
EV Charging Infrastructure Requires Urgent Upgrades to Support Auto Industry Transition
Automakers are investing heavily in electric vehicles (EVs), but surveys show that Americans are hesitant to adopt them, largely due to concerns about charging infrastructure.
Tesla Seeks Funding for Megachargers
Tesla is planning to revolutionize the charging infrastructure for its fully electric long-haul trucks in the US.
Maricopa County Transportation Tax Measure Triumphs in Legislature Following Intense Battle
The Arizona Legislature approved a bill allowing Maricopa County to hold a transportation tax election in the coming year.
Baltimore's 2050 Transportation Plan Continues Auto-Centric Approach
In their commentary published in The Baltimore Sun, Samuel Jordan, Eric Norton, and Michael Scepaniak criticize Baltimore's new regional transportation plan, Resilience 2050, for perpetuating an automobile-centric approach.
GM's electric vehicles to tap into Tesla's expansive charging network
General Motors (GM) has announced that its electric vehicles (EVs) will be able to use Tesla's extensive charging network starting in early 2024.
Permitting reform in infrastructure would provide a boost to the economy
Experts argue that reforming outdated permitting laws is crucial for boosting the economy through investments in upgrading infrastructure and transitioning to green technologies.
Parking Challenges Plague America: Exploring the Growing Problem
Traffic jams are a common occurrence on highways, often caused by factors like accidents, construction, and sudden increases in traffic volume.
Private sector investments = better EV charging network
J.D. Powers announced that their studies have shown there was a rise in charging stations not being used and ultimately failing in the last couple of years.
Is American infrastructure ready for full-scale electric vehicle implementation?
Probably not…yet. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) faced this question (and others) head-on in a recent study and seem to have concluded that the answer is not a simple one.
California ports looking forward to $1.2B state-funded infusion
The Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles will be receiving major facelifts after California pledged $1.2 billion in infrastructure upgrades.
EV buyers don’t seem very nervous about the lack of public infrastructure for the vehicles
The demand for electric vehicles is growing by the day, but the infrastructure is not keeping up with the growth in sales and manufacturing.
The Infrastructure Bill may have passed, but at what inflationary cost?
While the 2,702-page, trillion-dollar infrastructure bill is quite the feat for the Biden Administration, it seems that it is one of the main catalysts in the highest inflation rate America has seen in 40 years.