• Wed, June 18, 2025

by: Reuters

Waymo brings its cars to NYC for testing, applies for autonomous driving permit

The race to deploy robotaxis is picking up pace as Waymo expands testing and Tesla prepares to begin limited trials of its autonomous taxi service with as few as 10 cars this weekend a sign of growing momentum in self-driving vehicle development. Waymo has applied for a permit from the New York City Department of Transportation to operate autonomously, with a trained specialist behind the wheel in Manhattan. "This is not an expansion, but we have every intention of bringing our fully autonomou

by: KHQ

Idaho taps emergency funds to aid ICE in transporting criminals

BOISE, Idaho - Governor Brad Little, along with the Board of Examiners, approved up to $300,000 from the Governor's emergency fund to assist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in transporting

by: ThePrint

Gadkari inaugurates two vehicle scrapping facilities of Tata Motors

Lucknow, Jun 18 (PTI) Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday inaugurated two vehicle scrapping facilities of Tata Motors with a combined capacity of dismantling 40,000 end-of-life vehicles annually. The state-of-the-art Re.Wi.Re - Recycle with Respect - Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities (RVSFs) in Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) and Raipur (Chhattisgarh) are designed [ ]

by: CNN

Comedian Nathan Fielder shares what he learned being a 737 pilot on new season of HBO's 'The Rehearsal' | CNN

Comedian, pilot and host of "The Rehearsal" on HBO, Nathan Fielder joined "The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and Pamela Brown" to discuss his takeaways after examining airline disasters and communication lapses in the cockpit. Fielder was joined by former National Transportation Safety Board member John Goglia, who advised him on the show.

by: WSFA

Ukrainian refugee admits coming to Gulf Shores to transport woman to Brooklyn brothel

A Ukrainian war refugee connected to a human smuggling ring has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges related to a job transporting a Russian woman from Gulf Shores to New York.

by: Parade

New Wave Icon 'Looks Great' As He Transports Fans Back To High School With '80s Anthem

Fans loved being taken back in time.

by: WSAZ

'This is great': Public transportation coming to rural county

"This will be a huge impact on Clay County," one person said.

by: BBC

HS2 line to be delayed again with no new date given

The Transport Secretary is expected to say there's "no reasonable way to deliver" the line on time.

by: lex18

Expert Tips for Deciding When to Invest in a New Vehicle

Timing Your Next Automotive Decision: A Comprehensive Overview of the Signs It's Time for a New Car.

by: rnz

'Unfortunate' gagging order against Chinese journalist lifted

Case demonstrates the danger of "without notice" applications being made under the Harmful Digital Communications Act, judge says.
  • Thu, June 19, 2025

by: OPB

2 Oregon Democrats balk at transportation bill as session nears its end

Sen. Mark Meek, D-Gladstone, says he plans to vote no on the transportation bill. "I just think we're crossing the lines of what Oregonians are expecting of us," he said in an interview with OPB Wednesday morning.

by: GlobeNewswire

Rivian Automotive Emerges as a Key Player in the EV Sector with a Distinct Adventure Vehicle Portfolio

Dublin, April 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Strategic Profiling of Rivian Automotive" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The automotive industry's transition toward more sustainable transportation is driving the exponential growth of electric vehicle (EV) sales volumes, transformative technology-driven solutions, global coverage, and vertical integration. Leading OEMs, including Ford and General Motors, are accelerating the rollout of EV offerings, while n

by: KCPQ

Man who escaped prison transport at Sea-Tac Airport arrested in Seattle

The inmate who escaped a prison transport at Sea-Tac Airport has been re-arrested in Seattle.

by: WFTV

New traffic signal installed at Kissimmee intersection

Traffic Advisory: New traffic signal activated at North Orange Blossom Trail and Country Boulevard.

by: Impacts

Leveraging Location Intelligence: How INRIX is Transforming Investment Strategy

Businesses rely on both vehicle visits from consumers and the transportation of their products from manufacturing or distribution sites to their customers or retail locations.

by: ThePrint

20 injured as state transport bus hits tree in Maharashtra's Satara district

Satara, Jun 19 (PTI) At least 20 passengers sustained injuries when a state transport bus hit a roadside tree after its driver tried to dodge an approaching private bus in Maharashtra's Satara district on Thursday morning, police said. The accident occurred near Janugadewadi village on the Dhebewadi-Patan Road, an official said. A bus belonging to [ ]

by: Reuters

US judge blocks Trump plan to tie states' transportation funds to immigration enforcement

A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from forcing 20 Democratic-led states to cooperate with immigration enforcement in order to receive billions of dollars in transportation grant funding. Chief U.S. District Judge John McConnell in Providence, Rhode Island granted the states' request for an injunction barring the Department of policy, saying the states were likely to succeed on the merits of some or all of their claims. The Trump administration did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

by: NewsNation

Live: Transportation Secretary speaks on air traffic control updates

Recently air traffic controllers in Newark lost all communication with planes on multiple occassions.

by: ThePrint

Helicopters are Kedarnath pilgrims' favoured transport. It's also the most dangerous

The demand for helicopter services exceeds the supply by three or four times. This mismatch has given rise to a ticket black market and cybercriminals selling fake tickets.

by: Impacts

Electric Vehicles vs Gasoline: Why the Next Generation Won't Look Back

The automotive industry, a realm steeped in over a century of convention, is at an inflection point. While electric vehicles are steadily
  • Fri, June 20, 2025

by: WBRE

Two transported as RV crashes into creek

GIBSON TOWNSHIP, SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) Two people were transported to a local hospital after a crash Thursday night. According to Chief Mario Savino of the Clifford Township Volunteer Fire Company, crews were called to the intersection of PA-92 and State Route 2065 just after 8:00 p.m. for a report of an RV crashing into a [ ]

by: Impacts

Future-Proofing Products with AI: How Alankar Agnihotri is Shaping the Future of Automotive Innovation

by: WCMH

EdChoice families hit first when public schools lack transportation funding

GROVE CITY, Ohio (WCMH) South Western City Schools parent Aaron Nestor said his family felt "targeted" when they received word the district would no longer provide busing for their kids to attend their Catholic school. "I have the right to EdChoice in the state of Ohio, I have the right to send my child [ ]

by: AFP

Waymo looks to test its self-driving cars in New York

Google-owned Waymo on Wednesday said it has applied for a permit to start testing its self-driving cars in New York City, a first for the Big Apple.New York State law limits the use of autonomous cars to testing and does not allow Waymo to offer the kind of robotaxi services it provides in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Austin, a Waymo spokesperson said.

by: legit

Ugandan Air begins new route to move Nigerian goods to other African countries

Ugandan Air has commenced its Nigerian-East/South Africa Air cargo corridor to enable Nigerian businesses to move goods into the AfCFTA market at reduced costs.

by: WPXI

Tom Llamas to start as new face of 'NBC Nightly News' this week

On Monday, June 2, Tom Llamas will take over as anchor and managing editor, replacing Lester Holt, who anchored the program for 10 years.

by: BBC

New cancer vaccine offers patients hope

Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital is taking part in a trial of a groundbreaking cancer vaccine.

by: Onefootball

New Cruz Azul kit leaked

Cruz Azul, the recent champion of the Concachampions 2025, is preparing for the next season and already has its new uniform ready.The jersey, designed by Pirma, was leaked on TikTok by the account @el...

by: WDAF

Kansas Department of Transportation warns of new text scam

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is warning about a new text scam.

by: OPB

Massive Oregon transportation bill moves forward - but splits Democrats

A Democratic senator's removal from a key committee Friday inspired backlash from some in the party.

by: WSMV

Crews fighting fire at Nashville transport warehouse

When NFD crews arrived on scene, they found heavy smoke coming from the roof.

by: WCAX3

Judge rules Trump can't require states to help on immigration to get transportation funding

Vermont and New York were among 20 states that filed the lawsuit over threats that they would lose billions in transportation funding.

by: CNN

Judge blocks Trump administration from tying transportation funds to states' cooperation with immigration efforts | CNN Politics

A federal judge in Rhode Island blocked the Trump administration from using states' cooperation with immigration efforts as a condition for receiving transportation funds.

by: WBAY

Judge: Trump administration can't withhold transportation funds to get states' cooperation on immigration

Attorneys general from Wisconsin and 19 other states said the so-called "Duffy Directive" put them in an impossible position.

by: PBS

Judge rules Trump administration can't require states to help on immigration to get transportation money

Twenty states sued after they said Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy threatened to cut off funding to states that refused to comply with President Donald Trump's immigration agenda.

by: TMJ4

Wisconsin riders praise Amtrak Borealis as sustainable, convenient transportation option

The Amtrak Borealis has transported more than 200,000 riders in its first year of service, marking a successful return of passenger rail to Wisconsin after a 20-year gap.

by: BBC

'Forgotten town is looking to a new future'

Regeneration efforts in Millom, south Cumbria, are moving forward, key figures say.

by: WDAF

Kansas City Fire Department paramedic injured while transporting patient to hospital

A Kansas City Fire Department (KCFD) paramedic was injured Friday morning while transporting a patient, the fire department said.

by: CNN

Judge blocks Trump administration from tying transportation funds to states' cooperation with immigration efforts

A federal judge in Rhode Island blocked the Trump administration from using states' cooperation with immigration efforts as a condition for receiving transportation funds.

by: BBC

Rescued bear brothers prepare for new Isle of Wight enclosure

Benji and Balu are settling into life on the Isle of Wight after they arrived from Azerbaijan.

by: BBC

What does the new Climate Action Plan mean for NI?

It is a roadmap to support emission reduction targets across nine sectors of society and the economy.

by: BBC

Free city bus service extended after new funding

The council says more than a million trips have been made on Hop! buses in Leicester since 2023.

by: BBC

Coventry Very Light Rail 'could transform public transport'

West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker says the VLR could "revolutionise" public transport worldwide.

by: BBC

Rail system 'could transform public transport'

West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker says the VLR could "revolutionise" public transport worldwide.
  • Sat, June 21, 2025

by: Newsweek

New seat belt law to impact 7 million Americans

Virginia ranked last for seat belt usage among U.S. states in a 2024 report by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

by: KFVS12

Police: Multiple dogs dead after transport van filled with kennels catches fire

Illinois State Police say multiple dogs have died after a car transporting them caught on fire late Friday night.

by: Oregonian

Lawmakers advance transportation package that could cost Oregonians more than $14 billion

Finding consensus on a funding strategy wasn't easy.

by: BBC

Rescued bear brothers move to new home

Two brown bear brothers rescued from a cage near a restaurant in Azerbaijan and brought to the Isle of Wight have finally got to explore their new home.

Waymo brings its cars to NYC for testing, applies for autonomous driving permit

The race to deploy robotaxis is picking up pace as Waymo expands testing and Tesla prepares to begin limited trials of its autonomous taxi service with as few as 10 cars this weekend a sign of growing momentum in self-driving vehicle development. Waymo has applied for a permit from the New York City Department of Transportation to operate autonomously, with a trained specialist behind the wheel in Manhattan. "This is not an expansion, but we have every intention of bringing our fully autonomou
Waymo, a self-driving technology company under Alphabet, has initiated testing of its autonomous vehicles in New York City, starting with a single car equipped with advanced sensors to navigate the city's complex urban environment. This move marks Waymo's expansion into one of the most challenging driving landscapes in the U.S., following successful operations in other cities like San Francisco and Phoenix. The testing phase in NYC will initially focus on mapping and understanding the city's unique traffic patterns, with no passengers on board, and is part of Waymo's broader strategy to eventually offer a ride-hailing service in the city. The company aims to gather data to refine its technology to handle the diverse and unpredictable conditions of urban driving, including interactions with pedestrians, cyclists, and emergency vehicles.

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