Robotaxi backlash is intensifying against Waymo and Cruise just as self-driving vehicles begin to gain real traction in San Francisco after years of development.
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Iowa Grants to Help Community Colleges Expand CDL Training
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced $5 million in commercial driver license infrastructure grants for community college training centers and new equipment.
Walmart, Alphabet to Test Wider Drone Deliveries
Walmart Inc. is planning its longest drone deliveries yet by teaming up with Alphabet Inc.’s Wing unit at two Dallas-area stores.
Uber Raises Minimum Age for Most California Drivers to 25
SAN FRANCISCO — Uber raised the minimum age requirement for most of its new drivers in California to 25 under rules the company said are necessary because of the rising costs of auto insurance.
Cruise Could Bring Robotaxis to Raleigh
Cruise, the taxi company that uses self-driving cars, is preparing to come to Raleigh and may be interested in Durham, N.C., as well.
Oil Production Boosts Government Income in New Mexico
SANTA FE, N.M. — Record-breaking oil production in New Mexico is likely to provide state government with a new multibillion-dollar surplus during the upcoming budget year.
FMCSA Highlights Truck Parking, Safety at NTDC
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Biden administration continues to prioritize efforts to expand access to parking for the nation’s truck drivers, the head of FMCSA said Aug. 16.
‘One With the Truck’: Gragg Wilson’s Road to NTDC Title
UPS tank truck driver Gragg Wilson of Nevada won the 86th National Truck Driving Championships and Step Van Championships in Columbus, Ohio, on Aug. 19. Here’s how he went about it.
Mullen Launches Production of Class 3 EV Truck
Mullen Automotive says its first Mullen Three, a Class 3 commercial electric truck, has rolled off the assembly line at the company’s assembly plant in Tunica, Miss.
Biden’s Visit to Hawaii Coincides With More Federal Relief
President Joe Biden’s visit Aug. 21 to Maui was bolstered by a $3 million Federal Highway Administration emergency grant and tax relief for people and businesses impacted by the wildfires.