• Wed, June 11, 2025

by: WHTM

Proposed bill seeks more funding for Pennsylvania school transportation

(WHTM) Legislation that aims to help get more funding for school transportation in Pennsylvania has advanced. House Bill 1326 would require districts to report the number of students who use transportation and the costs to the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The bill would also let districts track mileage through GPS instead of tracking it [ ]

by: BBC

Spending review frustrates South West transport campaigners

Projects in the South West were not included in the chancellor's spending review on Wednesday.

by: WDIO

Trump is expected to sign a measure blocking California's nation-leading vehicle emissions rules

President Donald Trump is expected to sign a measure Thursday that blocks California's first-in-the-nation rule banning the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035. Trump also plans to sign measures blocking California rules to curb tailpipe emissions in certain vehicles and smog-forming nitrogen oxide pollution from trucks. That's according to a White House official who spoke on condition of anonymity to share plans not yet public. The move comes amid a clash between Trump and Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom over the president's deployment of troops to Los Angeles in response to immigration protests.

by: WFXT

Person shot in Mattapan, transported to hospital, police say

Police are investigating after they say a person was shot in Mattapan on Wednesday.

by: Flightglobal

Garmin unveils G5000 Prime avionics suite for transport-category aircraft

Kansas firm Garmin on 11 June revealed the G5000 Prime integrated flight deck for Part 25 aircraft, representing its next-generation avionics suite for transport-category jets.

by: Reuters

Auto companies 'in full panic' over rare-earths bottleneck

Frank Eckard, CEO of a German magnet maker, has been fielding a flood of calls in recent weeks. Exasperated automakers and parts suppliers have been desperate to find alternative sources of magnets, which are in short supply due to Chinese export curbs.

by: BBC

Spending review frustrates transport campaigners

Projects in the South West were not included in the chancellor's spending review on Wednesday.
  • Thu, June 12, 2025

by: WDRB

Transportation officials warn Kentucky teens about issue with learner's permits

KYTC Drive said in a Facebook post some 15-year-olds may soon get a new learner's permit in the mail.

by: Forbes

Test-Driving The ECD Automotive Design Series II Jaguar E-Type

ECD Automotive Design has gone above and beyond in building Jaguar E-Type Roadster restomods, and this particular build is quite special.

by: Oregonian

'It's our pride to be out there': Oregon Department of Transportation worker braces for layoffs

Lon Stockebrand has spent nearly 30 years clearing snow off southern Oregon highways.

by: inforum

Midwest Agriculture Summit takes on big questions in ag transportation

Two panels at the Midwest Ag Summit addressed agriculture infrastructure problems and potentials, from trucking to rail to ports and the ocean.

by: Allrecipes

10 Fish Fry Recipes That Will Transport You to a Southern Summer Cookout

Reelin' in the best and crispiest of our fried fish recipes.

by: FMIBlog

Automotive Gas Cylinder Market Assessment and Key Insights Analyzed Till 2035

The automotive gas cylinder market, valued at USD 1,740.5 million in 2025, is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.0% from 2025 to 2035. This growth is driven by increased production and sales of vehicles equipped with gas cylinders and the demand for cost-effective,

by: KPLC

Gov. Landry announces new leadership at the Department of Transportation and Development

Governor Jeff Landry has announced changes to the leadership at the Department of Transportation and Development.

by: legit

Trump moves to block California electric cars program

US President Donald Trump on Thursday signed resolutions blocking California's landmark efforts to phase out gas-powered cars in favor of electric vehicles, a move the state immediately contested in court.

by: Observer

This NYC Startup Turns Air Into Gasoline to Decarbonize Cars that Won't Go Electric

NYC startup Aircela develops carbon-neutral gasoline from air to help reduce emissions in hard-to-electrify sectors.

by: KTVI

New controversy facing the St. Louis Sheriff

The St. Louis Department of Public Safety is alleging the Sheriff's Office failed to transport about a half dozen inmates emergency trips to the hospital in the past week.

by: Reuters

US transport chief wants at least $20 billion initial air traffic control reform effort

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Thursday he would like to see lawmakers approve at least $20 billion in initial funding for air traffic control modernization in a tax and budget bill.

by: RepublicWorld

How Vehicle Insurance Supports Road Safety Policies

Due to increasing vehicles, road network expansion, and faster average speeds, accident rates have increased worldwide.

by: NewsNation

Chinese national pleads guilty to transporting guns for North Korea

Shenghua Wen, 42, of Ontario, California, concealed the weapons inside shipping containers that left the Port of Long Beach.

by: autoweek

This Car Show Honors Teacher of Today's Top Automotive Designers

Bill Robinson died three years ago at age 96 after designing Chryslers and Packards, then teaching transportation design for 22 years.

by: KFVS12

MoDOT wants public input for Long-Range Transportation Plans

Missouri citizens can let the Department of Transportation know what they think should be a priority for MoDOT.

by: WLKY

Deadline for JCPS parents to request bus transportation for child this Friday

Friday will be the last day for JCPS parents to submit the transportation verification form for the 2025-26 school year.
  • Fri, June 13, 2025

by: WSFA

Montgomery MPO releases plan to improve transportation safety in tri-county area

The comprehensive plan outlines 99 proposed projects designed to reduce traffic crashes and improve pedestrian safety in Montgomery, Autauga, and Elmore Counties.

by: PBS

WATCH: Trump signs congressional resolution blocking California's vehicle emissions rules

The state quickly announced it was challenging the move in court, with California's attorney general holding a news conference to discuss the lawsuit before Trump's signing ceremony ended at the White House.

by: legit

Fuel scarcity looms as Marketers and transporters reject N12,500 truck levy

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and transport unions under NARTO have rejected the N12,500 E-Call Up levy on trucks.

by: Carscoops

California Spent 50 Years Fighting Smog. Trump Just Tore That Down In A Day | Carscoops

Governor Gavin Newsom says the resolutions are illegal

by: WAVE3

Parents! JCPS Transportation Form deadline is today!

If you have a child in Jefferson County Public Schools, the deadline to turn in your transportation form is Friday for the 2025-26 school year.

by: TechCrunch

TechCrunch Mobility: The cost of Waymo | TechCrunch

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.

by: KCBD

Angel Flight looks to help provide free air transportation for those needing specialized medical treatment

Scott Gloyna is a board member for Angel Flight South Central. He says without Angel Flight, many patients would not get the treatment they desperately need to survive.

by: Star

Kelley Wolf Transported to Hospital After Making 'Concerning Comments' Amid Divorce From Scott Wolf

Scott Wolf's estranged wife Kelley Wolf was transported to a hospital after making "concerning comments" amid their divorce and the footage has ended up on social media. In a video shared on her Instagram account, Kelley can be heard talking to a group of people believed to be police while the camera [ ]

by: OPB

Oregon Democrats' transportation funding bill could raise $2B per year, analysis shows

A transportation funding proposal by Oregon Democrats would bring in more than $1.8 billion per year in fiscal year 2029 and more than $2 billion annually by 2034 according to a revenue analysis circulating in the Capitol.

by: Oregonian

Tax hikes in proposed Oregon transportation package would eventually raise more than $2 billion per year, new report says

The new revenue would come from more than a dozen tax and fee hikes.

by: WCJB

Gainesville transportation leaders changing downtown parking policy again after backlash

Gainesville's director of transportation sent commissioners a memo listing nine changes members of his department are making to parking in downtown

by: Frontstretch

2025 IndyCar Bommarito Automotive Group 500 Preview

This is the first-ever scheduled primetime network IndyCar race on a Sunday night.

by: ThePrint

Harsimrat writes to EAM, wants UAE govt to be sensitised on Sikhs' five articles of faith

Chandigarh, Jun 7 (PTI) Senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Harsimrat Kaur Badal on Saturday urged External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to initiate a dialogue with the UAE government to sensitise it about the religious significance of the five articles of faith, especially the 'kirpan', for the initiated Sikhs. In a letter to the minister, [ ]

by: WGAL

Intense fire engulfs van, scorches nearby SUV at auto parts store

Heavy flames and a column of thick black smoke could be seen shooting from a van on Friday morning.

by: Patch

Accident Involving Vehicle Transporting Hazardous Waste Shuts Down Ridgefield Road

Hazmat cleanup is happening now and is expected to take a few hours.

by: ThePrint

Maharashtra transport chief asks officials not to act against vehicles fitted with cycle carriers

Mumbai, Jun 13 (PTI) Maharashtra transport commissioner Vivek Bhimanwar has directed RTO officials not to take action against vehicles having cycle carriers fitted in the rear. Bhimanwar issued a circular last week after complaints were received about people having such vehicles being penalised by Regional Transport Office personnel and flying squads as well as police [ ]

by: OPB

Opponents of Oregon Democrats' transportation bill are already raising money to send it to voters

Former state Sen. Brian Boquist filed a political committee to fight the bill last week.

by: WGAL

Auto shop fire sends person to hospital

Fire crews are battling a fire at the Hondru Auto Collision Center that sent a person to the hospital for smoke inhalation, according to dispatch.
  • Sat, June 14, 2025

by: WSMV

New rules approved for party vehicles in Nashville

If party vehicles pass through certain areas, they'll have to maintain a "loudness" level under 85 decibels.

by: WMUR

Majority of New Hampshire state roads in good, fair condition, DOT data show

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation says the state's roads keep getting better, with close to 90% in good or fair condition.

by: NDTV

Ramps, Wheelchair Areas: Proposed Changes To Transport Systems For Disabled

A draft framework has proposed sweeping changes to transport systems to make them more accessible for persons with disabilities, including mandatory wheelchair space, step-free toilets at stations, level boarding ramps, and trained staff.

by: KTTV

California's high-speed rail project has 'no viable path forward,' new report says

The state now has 37 days to respond, or risk losing nearly $4 billion in federal funding.

by: WLKY

Firefighters union agrees to new 3-year contract with New Albany

New Albany announced Monday that it has reached an agreement with firefighters on a new three-year labor contract.

by: ThePrint

Plane crash: Christian volunteers from Vadodara to make 120 coffins to transport mortal remains

Vadodara, Jun 14 (PTI) Volunteers from the local Christian community are racing against time, working tirelessly to build 120 wooden coffins to facilitate the dignified transport of remains of the Ahmedabad plane crash victims to their families. Led by father-son coffin makers Ardesh and Melvyn Rajwadi, the team has already completed 25 coffins by Saturday [ ]

by: ThePrint

Rahul's article has exposed BJP, says Raut; claims believers in democracy concerned

Mumbai, Jun 8 (PTI) Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday claimed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's article alleging "match-fixing" and "rigging" in the 2024 Maharashtra assembly polls has exposed the BJP. Raut claimed Gandhi's article, which was published in several newspapers, has led to concern among those people in the world who [ ]

Auto companies 'in full panic' over rare-earths bottleneck

Frank Eckard, CEO of a German magnet maker, has been fielding a flood of calls in recent weeks. Exasperated automakers and parts suppliers have been desperate to find alternative sources of magnets, which are in short supply due to Chinese export curbs.
The article from MSN discusses the growing concern among auto companies regarding the bottleneck in the supply of rare earth elements, crucial for manufacturing electric vehicle (EV) components like batteries and motors. The demand for these materials has surged due to the global push towards electric vehicles, leading to fears of shortages and price volatility. China currently dominates the rare earth market, controlling a significant portion of both mining and processing, which adds geopolitical tension to the supply chain issues. In response, auto manufacturers are exploring alternative materials and technologies, as well as seeking to diversify their supply sources to mitigate risks. The situation underscores the challenges the automotive industry faces in transitioning to sustainable transportation solutions.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/auto-companies-in-full-panic-over-rare-earths-bottleneck/ar-AA1Gmjlo

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