
The U.S. Department of Transportation is launching its first-ever national advertising campaign to bring greater awareness of the hazards of distracted driving starting April 7.
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President Barack Obama will direct federal agencies on February 18 to develop higher fuel economy standards for medium- and heavy-duty trucks over the next two years by March of 2016.
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Despite multiple delays and cost concerns, legislation aimed at requiring rear-view cameras in all new cars may soon take effect.
Read More →Nearly a third of the participants in a recent distracted driving study conducted in Connecticut admitted to reading and/or sending text messages while driving.
Read More →Taxi Cab Company of Tyler, located in Tyler, Texas, reduced its fuel costs by $10,578 in 2012 by running five vehicles on propane autogas.
Read More →Technology project proposals for this round of funding must be submitted to the N.C. Solar Center by September 10, 2013.
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In a statement, President Obama congratulated Anthony Foxx on his confirmation to the position of Secretary of Transportation, succeeding outgoing secretary Ray LaHood.
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According to the White House, Charlotte, N.C.'s Mayor Anthony Foxx made a major investment in Charlotte’s transportation infrastructure, which helped improve the region’s economy.
Read More →The agency encourages manufacturers to limit distraction risks associated with electronic devices in their vehicles, including web-connected systems.
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Secretary Ray LaHood sent a letter via email to DOT employees across the country, thanking the DOT’s staff for its hard work and mentioning specific accomplishments.
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