Florida Governor Signs Controversial Bill on Phosphogypsum in Road Construction
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing the study of phosphogypsum in road construction, overturning a federal prohibition under the Trump administration but reinstated by Biden's EPA.
The Brightline Transformation in the U.S. is Revolutionizing Passenger Rail
Brightline, a Florida-based company owned by Fortress Investment Group, is challenging the traditional passenger rail model in the U.S. by offering a privately funded and operated alternative.
City Grants Permit for Construction of Building 1 Warehouse at Edgewood Logistics Center
City permits have been issued for the construction of Building 1 at the W. 12th/Edgewood Logistics Center in Jacksonville.
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.
Over 700 Georgia Bridges Deemed Inadequate for Heavier Trucks Permitted by New Law
More than 700 bridges in Georgia are unable to handle the increased weight limits approved by lawmakers earlier this year, as reported by Deputy Chief Engineer Andrew Heath to the State Transportation Board.
U.S. Workplace Safety Regulator Implements Rule Requiring Electronic Reporting of Worker Injuries
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has finalized a rule that mandates employers in “high-hazard” industries to electronically submit detailed data on worker injuries.
Ryder Introduces Mobile Maintenance Service for On-the-Go Repairs
Ryder System has launched Torque by Ryder, a mobile maintenance service that offers on-site repairs for fleets with no long-term contract.
Upgrading Maintenance Skills Crucial for Widespread Electric Vehicle Adoption in Trucking Industry
As the trucking industry explores electric vehicles, maintenance shops face the challenge of upskilling workers to handle the complexities of EV powertrains.
Ryder's Approach to Ensuring Electric Vehicle Reliability
Ryder, a transportation solutions company, shares insights on its journey of integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into fleets.
Unique Lessons Learned from Philadelphia's Emergency Reconstruction of Interstate 95
The response to the crash and subsequent reconstruction of a section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia showcased effective emergency management and public messaging.
Volvo and University of Minnesota Collaborate on Severe Weather Electric Truck Tests
Volvo Trucks North America is partnering with the University of Minnesota to conduct extreme weather testing on its VNR Electric model.
Paccar Recalls Peterbilt Trucks Following Under Hood Fires
Paccar Inc. has issued a recall for 4,914 Peterbilt Model 579 Class 8 tractors due to the occurrence of six under-hood fires.
Plans for the reconstruction of Philadelphia's I-95 have been unveiled
Pennsylvania officials have revealed their plans to rebuild a collapsed section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia.
Asia to Spearhead Air Traffic Boom in Coming Decades, Predicts Airbus
Airbus forecasts that over the next 20 years, approximately 40,850 new jets will be delivered by aircraft manufacturers as airlines expand their fleets and replace older planes with more fuel-efficient models, with Asia being a significant driver of this growth.
Stabilization of Trucking Parts and Labor Expenses Observed in First Quarter Report
Trucking sector expenses for parts and labor have shown signs of stabilization in the first quarter of 2023, according to a report from the American Trucking Associations (ATA)'s Technology & Maintenance Council and Decisiv Inc.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has expressed concern over the collapse of a section of I-95
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has pledged to assist in the rapid repair of a section of Interstate 95 (I-95) on the East Coast, following its collapse in Philadelphia.
California aims to emulate New York in saving public transit despite car obsession
California residents like Sadaf Zahoor, who depend on public transit and have never owned a car, fear that the financial struggles of transit agencies in San Francisco and Oakland may lead to reduced services.
Enhanced New York Thruway Plazas Cater to Truck Drivers' Needs
New York State Thruway Authority is investing $450 million in a project to revamp and modernize its 27 service areas by 2025, aiming to enhance the travel experience for truckers and other motorists.
The St. Louis region's "70s corridor" is considered the epicenter of development
The 70-mile transportation corridor along Interstate 70 in the St. Louis region is experiencing a surge in new construction, with over 24 million square feet of new industrial space added in the last five years.