• Wed, December 11, 2024

by: Bradford Era

Resources for older drivers to remain active, connected

The administration worked during Older Driver Safety Awareness Week to emphasize the resources available in Pennsylvania to provide accessible and flexible transportation alternatives to older adults.

by: The Franklin News Post

FBI Director Wray says he intends to resign at end of Biden's term in January

The announcement comes a week and a half after President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate loyalist Kash Patel for the position.

by: Torque News

2025 Chevrolet Equinox RS AWD - Popular For Good Reason

2025 Chevrolet Equinox RS AWD - Decoding Its Name Equinox is a liquid-fueled, five-passenger crossover "SUV." RS is supposed to indicate that it is sporty (rally sport). AWD means that it has optional and selectable AWD. It can also operate in 2WD mode.

by: The New Indian Express

Wide berth to protected monuments in Ahmedabad rly station redevelopment plan

We want development in line with the heritage. We have ensured there will be no construction around the prohibited area of the bricks minarets. It will be developed as a pedestrian plaza where people can come and go.

by: Houston Public Media

General Motors reportedly scraps autonomous vehicles months after Houston relaunch of Cruise

The move comes just months after Cruise announced it would restart testing operations in Houston after a staffing shakeup followed the launch of several federal safety investigations into the vehicles.

by: Beatrice Daily Sun

Only about 2 in 10 Americans approve of Biden's pardon of his son Hunter, poll finds

About 2 in 10 Americans approve of President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter after promising he would do no such thing, according to a poll.

by: The Dispatch / The Rock Island Argus

County health department to expand affordable care clinic to Rock Island High School

School Health LINK provides acute medical care, immunizations, physicals, mental health counseling and more for Rock Island County students.

by: Yahoo Finance

MotorTrend CEO on why the Ram 1500 won 'Truck of the Year' and what tariffs would mean for US buyers

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by: YAHOO!News

What are the best, worst times to travel for Christmas, New Year's? AAA predicts crowded roads

If you're throwing the family in the car this holiday season, here are the best times to hit the road according to transportation experts.

by: Daily Journal

Geotab integrates Volvo Cars in its extensive OEM partner network

Volvo Cars fleet operators benefit from turnkey connected mobility and high-quality OEM data integration on a single unified platform

by: Businessworld

Fuel And Road Costs Can Reduce Logistics To 9%: Nitin Gadkari

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by: Stoneham Independent

EU conservatives seek to stall 2035 combustion engine ban

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by: Yahoo

Pilot explains why you should put your phone in 'airplane mode' during flights

If you've been on a flight since the invention of smart phones, you know you're asked to do one thing: put it in airplane mode.

by: Manchester Evening News

Man United's unusual 2025 kick-off time explained amid supporter anger

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by: Journalist's Resource

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by: Charlotte Observer

US electric vehicle infrastructure has tripled in 5 years. Here's how North Carolina compares.

Truck Parking Club tapped into the Alternative Fuels Data Center and White House data to visualize the expanding EV infrastructure in the U.S. and in North Carolina

by: Car and Driver

How We'd Spec It: 2025 Toyota 4Runner from the Bottom to the Top

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by: The Hindu

Tamil Nadu Government cracks the whip on bike taxis in Chennai

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by: The Royal Gazette

Car sales and service spike for first ten months of year

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by: MSN

Changes In Cost Of Fuel And Road Can Bring The Logistics Cost To 9%: Nitin Gadkari

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by: The Free Press Journal

US: President-Elect Donald Trump Invites China's Xi Jinping To Attend His Inauguration On Jan 20

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by: riazor

America unveils the most expensive engine ever-seen: $6 billion and a totally-new fuel

Stellantis invests $6B in South America to pioneer flex-fuel hybrid engines and electrification, redefining sustainability while boosting regional auto industry leadership.

by: Insider Monkey

Jim Cramer's Latest Calls: Top 10 Stocks

"I want to discuss Bitcoin, really. I do—not to the detriment of stocks but in addition to stocks. I come to praise Bitcoin, not buy it.

by: Beatrice Daily Sun

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by: MSN

Wrong-way driver brought to a halt after DPS trooper crashed into him on Loop 101

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by: Yahoo Finance

ECD Auto Design Announces Receipt of Nasdaq Delisting Notice

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by: Yahoo

Which state is rivaling California on EV leadership? Colorado

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  • Thu, December 12, 2024

by: riazor

Tesla Robotaxi will have a never-before-seen detail: The first in history to operate without this

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by: Gulf News

Electrified mobility an essential element for powering Dubai's D33 Agenda and ambitions

The D33 agenda offers us an unprecedented opportunity to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. As we develop new residential areas, commercial hubs, and entertainment districts, we have the chance to integrate e-mobility infrastructure into the blueprint of these developments.

by: DriveSpark

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by: Reuters

Truck-maker Paccar to recall 220,972 US vehicles over electronic system issues

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by: Yahoo Finance

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by: The Cross Timbers Gazette

Northwest ISD announces expansion of career and technical education options

by: Planet Detroit

$112 million project promises cleaner air, less truck traffic in southwest Detroit

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by: Business Insider

Paccar Announces Leadership Change in Financial Services

by: familydestinationsguide

This Massive Car Museum In Florida Houses Over 100 Classic Cars And Fascinating Memorabilia

Nestled in the heart of America's oldest city, St. Augustine, Florida, this museum is a treasure trove of mechanical marvels that'll transport you back to the days when cars were more than just transportation - they were works of art on wheels.

by: Yahoo Finance

Bank of America Taps Adviser for Potential London Office Move

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  • Fri, December 13, 2024

by: MSN

Tesla shares rally as investors anticipate growth after Trump victory

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by: Reuters

Exclusive: Trump transition wants to scrap crash reporting requirement opposed by Tesla

The Trump transition team wants the incoming administration to drop a car-crash reporting requirement opposed by Elon Musk's Tesla , according to a document seen by Reuters, a move that could cripple the government's ability to investigate and regulate the safety of vehicles with automated-driving systems.

by: manilatimes

Dave Cantin Group's Jump IQ Garners Auto Dealership Technology of the Year Honors in 2024 Merit Awards

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by: Detroit News

Howes: What GM's exit from robotaxi space says about limits in race for AV leadership

Cruise bolting robotaxis shows all sides are finding technical, financial and regulatory demands more difficult and expensive than anticipated.

by: The Verge

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by: AM-online

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Methanol is emerging as a potential alternative fuel to electric and hydrogen vehicles, offering a more sustainable and efficient fuel source for the future of transportation.

by: CNBC

Best car insurance companies of December 2024

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by: Reuters

Trump tariffs endanger struggling US trucking industry, experts say

President-elect Donald Trump's threatened tariffs on top trade partners China, Mexico and Canada would deal a blow to the $1.7 trillion U.S. transportation industry and worsen a nearly three-year trucking recession,

by: MSN

Tesla's shares in meteoric rally after Trump's US election victory

Tesla's stock regains popularity as investors expect its Robotaxi and FSD technology to drive another phase of growth acceleration. The stunning performance drove Tesla's Price-to-Earnings(P/E) ratio to 103,

by: Reuters

Exclusive: Trump transition recommends scrapping car-crash reporting requirement opposed by Tesla

The Trump transition team wants the incoming administration to drop a car-crash reporting requirement opposed by Elon Musk's Tesla , according to a document seen by Reuters, a move that could cripple the government's ability to investigate and regulate the safety of vehicles with automated-driving systems.

FBI Director Wray says he intends to resign at end of Biden's term in January

The announcement comes a week and a half after President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate loyalist Kash Patel for the position.
The article from The Franklin News Post discusses former President Donald Trump's intention to replace FBI Director Christopher Wray with Kash Patel if Trump were to win the 2024 presidential election. Trump has openly criticized Wray, whom he appointed in 2017, for not being loyal enough and for not aggressively pursuing investigations into his political adversaries. Kash Patel, a former Trump administration official known for his loyalty to Trump, has been floated as a potential replacement. Patel has a history of involvement in controversial political actions, including efforts to declassify documents related to the FBI's Crossfire Hurricane investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. The article also mentions Trump's broader plans to overhaul the Department of Justice, aiming to install loyalists and potentially use the agency to target his political enemies, reflecting his ongoing feud with what he perceives as a "deep state" within the government.

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