Oregon Gov. Kate Brown has signed legislation that will expand the state’s voluntary road usage charge program, known as OReGO.
Author: Eleanor Lamb
Michigan Transportation Bills Focus on Taxes, Truck Tolling
Democrats in the Michigan House of Representatives have introduced transportation funding bills that would place additional taxes and tolls on trucks.
Data Shows There Are More Truckers Than Ever, but Experts Say the Driver Shortage Is Still an Issue
While U.S. Census Bureau data shows the number of truckers at an all-time high, industry experts contend a driver shortage remains an issue.
Vermont Transportation Bills Address Investment, Veteran Drivers
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott recently signed legislation that will invest more than $600 million in the state’s transportation system and open more truck-driving opportunities for people with military backgrounds.
FHWA Announces Funding Opportunity for Transportation Technology Grants
The Federal Highway Administration recently announced the availability of $60 million in grant funding for states and cities pursuing projects that involve transportation technologies.
Canada Announces Final ELD Mandate to Take Effect in 2021
The Canadian federal government has unveiled its long-awaited electronic logging device mandate, which will take effect in two years.
Canada Announces Final ELD Mandate to Take Effect in 2021
The Canadian federal government has unveiled its long-awaited electronic logging device mandate, which will take effect in two years.
Urban Planning Must Consider Freight, Engineers Say
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — As cities continue to embrace designs for “complete streets,” tailored for cars, bicyclists and pedestrians traveling alongside one another, urban planners should consider freight needs too, engineering experts said.
Platooning Continues to Be Put Under Microscope at Federal Level
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The effects of truck platooning on the nation’s infrastructure continues to be studied, federal officials told the American Society of Civil Engineers’ International Conference on Transportation and Development here.
FMCSA Seeks Comment on Driver Detention Concerns
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking information regarding truck driver detention time during periods of loading and unloading.