A section of I-10 in Los Angeles closed due to fire has reopened. The Department of Transportation (DOT) released $3 million in “quick release” funding to kickstart repairs…
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FTA Announces Funding to Modernize Rail Transit Systems
Rail Vehicle Replacement Program improves safety, accessibility, and reliability nationwide. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced approximately $197 million this year to replace…
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Senator Cruz Supports FAA Nominee
He says independent leadership is needed to ensure safety in the industry. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas recently expressed his support of President Joe Biden’s nominee Michael Whitaker…
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NHTSA Expanding Investigation into Faulty Ford “Nano” Engines
Preliminary evaluation opens inquiry into 2.7 L and 3.0 L engines. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has expanded its investigation of 2021 Ford Broncos to include…
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Transportation Department Announces Airline’s Wheelchair Improvements
United Airlines implementing wheelchair access and information. The Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced that United Airlines is beginning to implement the terms of a disability complaint brought…
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Transportation Funding Awarded to 8 Marine Highway Projects
$12 million invested in expanding freight services along waterborne supply chains. The Department of Transportation awarded $12 million in grants to eight projects dedicated to expanding freight services…
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President Submits New Nominee for FAA Administrator
Michael Whitaker previously served in the FAA. President Joe Biden has announced his latest nominee for administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), picking former FAA deputy administrator…
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NHTSA Proposes Seat Belt Reminders for Back Seat Passengers
Nearly half of 2021 crash fatalities were due to not wearing seat belts. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published a proposed rule that would require car…
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FAA Seeks to Reduce Airport Near Collisions
$121 million in funding will reconfigure airfields and add lights on taxiways. The Federal Aviation Administration announced that $121 million is being invested to reduce near collisions at…
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NHTSA Authorizes Automakers to Share Diagnostic Data
The move allows new cars to follow the new Massachusetts state law. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently said that automakers can share car diagnostic data…
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