Bush Admin. Extends Dual-Fuel Vehicle Incentives

Oregon Will Use Third-Party Contractor for Hazmat Background Checks

SALEM, OR – Oregon Department of Transportation announced that drivers applying for a hazmat endorsement will be subject to background checks to be conducted by a company under contract with the Transportation Security Administration, according to a special report by Land Line Magazine.

Ford Recalling 150,000 Police and Taxi Cars

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 150,000 vehicles used by police departments and taxi companies because of reports of problems with insulation on the dashboard becoming overheated, the company said May 13, according to a report by the Associated Press.

Crude Oil Price Drop Continues to Lower Prices at Pump

NEW YORK --- Light sweet crude for February delivery settled at $50.48 a barrel in New York futures trading Thursday, after hitting a 20-month low of $49.90 during intraday activity, according to a report in the Los Angeles Times.

EPA Approves Fuel-Cell Car Production

WASHINGTON, D.C. --- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has cleared a path for auto manufacturers to make hydrogen-powered fuel-cell cars to meet zero-emission requirements in 11 states, according to a report in the Los Angeles Times.

Ross Joins LeasePlan USA as Director, Select Account Management

ALPHARETTA, GA – LeasePlan USA has appointed Teri Ross to director, select account management. In this position, Ross will be responsible for leading the Select Account Management team.

Tips to Keep Tires Fuel Efficient

LOS ANGELES --- Motorists can improve fuel efficiency by making the right choices when purchasing and caring for their tires.

Gasoline Prices Drop Again

WASHINGTON, D.C. --- The U.S. average retail price for regular gasoline fell for the fourth week in a row, losing another 7.5 cents to hit $3.88 per gallon, according to an Energy Department report released Aug. 6.

Sierra Leone Ambulance Fleet Yet to Return to Normal Service

Despite being declared Ebola free in early November, Sierra Leone's ambulance fleet has yet return to normal medical service.