State senator, lawyers feel city might be violating state law by issuing school-zone tickets
To anyone driving near a school in New Orleans, if you recently received a ticket for speeding in a school zone, you might be able to get your money back. That’s because some say the city is violating a newly signed state law by even turning on the speed cameras.
Trump Victory Could Doom Congestion Pricing
Congestion pricing aims to reduce traffic in downtown Manhattan by tolling personal vehicles entering the area during busy hours. With the possibility of a Trump presidency looming, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s indefinite pause of the tolling plan leaves it vulnerable to federal interference. In May, Donald Trump promised on social media to “terminate congestion pricing” within his first week back in office.
FHWA Announces $16.6 Million to Eight States for Advanced Digital Construction Technologies to Expedite Delivery of Transportation Projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced $16.6 million in grant awards to projects in eight states under the Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems (ADCMS) grant program.
Zoox Robotaxi Dodges Safety Rules Before Launch
Zoox’s unique vehicles resemble toasters, but their lack of convention does not stop there. The autonomous machines do not contain normal auto controls like pedals and steering wheels, but the company is adamant that its self-certification is sufficient to commence operations.
FHWA Announces $7.6 Million in Grants to Accelerate Innovation in Highway Projects
The grants fund innovations like innovative debris removal, enhanced work zone safety, integrating technology to support emergency responders, using drones to conduct infrastructure inspections, and improving bridge design and developing more sustainable materials.