Latest News Updates From Eleanor Lamb

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Eleanor Lamb

Staff Reporter

Eleanor Lamb started working as a staff reporter for Transport Topics in July 2017. She covers a variety of issues, including state and local government affairs, infrastructure funding and trucking research. Her work has taken her all over the country. Two favorite destinations are Kansas City, Mo., and Boulder City, Nev. She regularly appears on Transport Topics Radio.


Government, Business, Technology, Safety

North Carolina DOT Pilots Trucking Alert System

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is piloting an in-cab trucking alert system in an effort to reduce the risk of commercial motor vehicle crashes.

May 24, 2021
Government, Safety

Commission Allocates $924 Million for California Infrastructure Projects

The California Transportation Commission allocated $924 million for critical infrastructure projects at its most recent meeting.

May 24, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

Illinois Releases $20.7 Billion Infrastructure Construction Plan

Illinois Gov. Jay 鈥淛.B.鈥 Pritzker joined various officials May 19 to announce the release of a $20.7 billion transportation construction plan for the state.

May 21, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

States Mobilize to Repair I-40 Bridge, but Closure Likely to Remain for Months

The ongoing Interstate 40 bridge closure is a costly interruption for the trucking industry that will likely stretch on for months.

May 19, 2021
Government, Technology, Equipment

Minnesotans Weigh In on Vehicle Electrification Priorities, Barriers

Electric vehicle charging opportunities should be prioritized as a strategy as Minnesota embraces transportation electrification, according to participants of a public engagement session held May 17.

May 18, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

PennDOT Airport Funding Aims to Improve Economic, Operational Activity

In an effort to expand economic and operational capacity, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has invested $10 million in airports.

May 14, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

As Canadian ELD 'Progressive Enforcement Period' Nears, Expert Urges Training

Although no devices have been approved for drivers, Canada鈥檚 electronic logging device mandate is less than a month away and fleets should prepare accordingly.

May 14, 2021
Government, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

DOT Issues Further Allowances for Haulers in States Affected by Colonial Pipeline Attack

Government agencies at the federal and state levels have taken measures 鈥 including steps to facilitate truck movement 鈥 as a response to the cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline.

May 12, 2021
Government

Phantom Damages Addressed in New Montana Law

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has signed a bill that revises civil liability laws relating to damages in lawsuits.

May 10, 2021
Government, Equipment, Logistics

Wisconsin Leaders Issue Grant to Support Marine Facility in Marinette

Wisconsin officials announced May 6 that $1 million in grant funding has been awarded to support infrastructure at a shipbuilding facility in Marinette.

May 7, 2021