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Safetyby Marianne MatthewsOctober 8, 2018

Video: Safe Driving Practices During Deer Season

In many parts of the country, driving becomes more dangerous from October through January. That’s because it’s deer breeding season and meeting a startled animal on the road can be a frightening experience that can easily lead to a collision, injuries and even a fatality.

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Safetyby StaffOctober 6, 2018

Maryland Expands Move Over Law

Transportation, service, utility, and waste collection vehicles are now protected by the expansion of Maryland's Move Over law.

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Green Fleetby StaffOctober 5, 2018

VW’s Electrify America Invests $200M in Fast Charging Initiative

Electrify America is investing $200 million toward the construction and education of zero emission vehicle (ZEV) technology as part of the organization’s next phase toward the establishment of more DC fast charging stations.

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Safetyby StaffOctober 5, 2018

97% of Transportation Industry Employers Say Fatigue Affects Workers

A new survey from the National Safety Council finds that 42% of transportation employees who reported at least one risk factor for fatigue cited long shifts and another 48% cited sleep loss.

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Safetyby StaffOctober 5, 2018

Jaguar Land Rover Recalls Three Models for Autonomous Braking System

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC, is recalling an estimated 86 2018 Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Range Rover Sport and Land Rover Discovery vehicles because the autonomous emergency braking (AEB) system may disable without warning the driver.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffOctober 5, 2018

Ford Releases 2019 Ranger Power Numbers

Ford's 2019 Ranger delivers 270 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft. of torque that enables the midsize pickup to achieve towing and payload numbers at or near the top of the segment, Ford announced.

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Safetyby StaffOctober 4, 2018

Driving Dynamics Names VP of Sales

In this newly created role, Jim Naatz will oversee the development and implementation of the company’s sales strategy, with responsibility for growing revenue within existing and new markets, developing business plans and financial forecasts, setting sales goals, and developing the company’s sales force.

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Safetyby StaffOctober 4, 2018

Ford Urges Standard for Autonomous Vehicle Communication

In an effort to advance the safe deployment of autonomous vehicles for all roadway users, Ford Motor Company is calling upon all self-driving vehicle developers to work together to develop an industry standard for communicating driving intent.

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Green Fleetby StaffOctober 4, 2018

XL Surpasses 75 Million Electrified Road Miles Driven

XL customers have collectively surpassed 75 million total miles driven with vehicles powered by XL’s hybrid electric (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) systems.

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Operationsby StaffOctober 3, 2018

Honda Joins GM in Cruise Autonomy Investment

Honda has invested $750 million into Cruise, a company focused on building autonomous vehicles. Cruise also has the backing of General Motors.

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