New York state lawmakers Monday put the brakes on New York City’s plan to charge congestion fees on cars and trucks in the city’s business district, the New York Times reported Tuesday.
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Letter to the Editor: SafeStat Scores
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July 16, 2007
Matt Silver, CEO of Cargado, discusses how AI, data and smarter platforms are reshaping cross-border shipping.
Editorial: Truck-Only Lanes
The nation’s top truck safety official has come down squarely as a supporter of truck-only lanes, while the head of the Federal Highway Administration says they might be a good answer to easing road congestion.
July 18, 2007Interpool Shareholders Approve Buyout
Interpool Inc. said Wednesday that its stockholders voted to approve the company’s previously announced acquisition by private-equity firm Chariot Acquisition Holding LLC.
July 18, 2007Pennsylvania Gov. Rendell Signs Transportation Measure
Pennsylvania Gov. Ed. Rendell (D) signed a bill into law Wednesday to put nearly $1 billion on average in annual funding for the state’s roads, bridges and public transit systems.
July 18, 2007Trucking Groups Back Tax Breaks for Onboard Power Units
American Trucking Associations and the Canadian Trucking Alliance Tuesday urged state and provincial governments to revise their fuel tax systems to encourage truckers to use truck idling reduction technology.
July 17, 2007Intermec Offers Tough Handheld
Technology firm Intermec said it has introduced a rugged, handheld computer capable of reading symbols at distances from six inches to 50 feet
July 17, 2007Opinion: Fix the Hazmat Endorsement Process Now
The road to the Patriot Act in late 2001 was paved with good intentions. However, like any road built without adequate planning, this one has developed some major potholes.
July 16, 2007Continental Tire Recognized by EPA SmartWay Program
Several of Continental Tire’s products have been recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency for meeting the agency’s SmartWay tractor-trailer equipment specifications.
July 17, 2007Union Clerks in Talks at SoCal Ports
Union clerks at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach who are negotiating a new contract have not reached an agreement with shipping lines and terminal operators but have not set a strike deadline, the Los Angeles Times reported.
July 17, 2007