Chris Hill (EQW)RoadbuildingVirginia transportation board seeks public input on projects scored through SMART SCALEThe Virginia Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) is seeking public input on projects that have been scored and recommended for funding through the state’s SMART SCALE prioritization process, as well as new projects not processed through the program with values greater than $25 million. After the public meetings are held, which are scheduled through the first […]March 31, 2017RoadbuildingNevada DOT replaces welcome signs across the stateThe Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is replacing welcome signs across the state with new signs designed by Nevada art students. The first welcome sign was installed March 15 at the Nevada-California border on State Route 88 south of Minden. NDOT says it will replace another 25 signs at other border locations in the coming […]March 31, 2017RoadbuildingPennDOT outlines biking improvements for 150 miles along Route 6The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has created a report that provides an outline for biking enhancements of 150 miles along Route 6 extending from the Ohio boarder to the McKean/Potter County line and Route 6N in Erie County. The “Ride A Bike” section of PennDOT’s “Travel in PA” report, available at penndot.gov, provides details […]March 31, 2017DealersPeterbilt adds 93 new dealer locations over 4-year periodPeterbilt reported at the 2017 Mid-America Trucking Show it has added 93 new dealer locations in the past four years, with many existing locations having also expanded or upgraded. “Peterbilt has greatly increased our footprint in the industry to the benefit of our customers,” says Robert Woodall, Peterbilt assistant general manager of sales and marketing. […]March 30, 2017RoadbuildingMassDOT to implement new work zone safety measuresThe Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) plans to implement recommendations from its Work Zone Safety Task Force to promote safety in public work zones throughout the state. “MassDOT is committed to helping reduce motor vehicle crashes while also enhancing safety and facilitating effective operations throughout our work zones,” says MassDOT Highway Administrator Thomas J. Tinlin. […]March 30, 2017RoadbuildingArizona DOT creates online virtual tour animation of South Mountain FreewayThe Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has created an online virtual tour flyover animation of the South Mountain Freeway that has incorporated updated plans for the 22-mile corridor set for complete in late 2019. The freeway project is the largest single freeway project in the state’s history. The six-and-a-half minute video is an update to […]March 30, 2017RoadbuildingSouth Carolina DOT seeks public comment on 2017 State Primary Improvement ProgramThe South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is seeking public input on projects included in the 2017 State Primary Improvement Program (STPP) before it is included in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. The STPP would direct $40 million in funds to improving the state’s Primary Highway System, which includes U.S. and S.C. routes. SCDOT says […]March 30, 2017DealersKenworth launches TruckTech+ Service Management for dealer networkKenworth has launched for its dealers the TruckTech+ Service Management platform aimed at providing service staff detailed information to streamline service and repair processes. Kenworth made the announcement during the 2017 Mid-America Trucking Show. The platform is powered by Decisiv and will include detailed chassis information, parts catalogs, service bulletins, warranty and repair history to […]March 29, 2017RoadbuildingOregon DOT reports look at bridge and road condition impact on state’s economyThe Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has released two reports that review the state’s current investment in transportation projects, and how that will impact road and bridge conditions and the state’s economy. “We’ve known all along how important our transportation system is to the state’s economy and the quality of life we enjoy in Oregon, […]March 29, 2017RoadbuildingNorth Carolina DOT dedicates portion of NC 24 as Gold Star HighwayThe North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has formally dedicated portions of NC 24, covering the counties of Carteret, Cumberland, Duplin, Harnet, Onslow and Sampson, as the Gold Star Highway. NCDOT plans to install 12 signs along the route, including one at each county line, to remind travelers of the service and sacrifice of Gold Star families. […]March 29, 2017Previous PagePage 50 of 225Next PageTop StoriesConstruction EquipmentExtreme Machine: Prinoth’s Massive Panther XL Crawlers Traverse AntarcticaThe 45,240-pound tracked carrier and its trailer can haul up to 150 tons over snow and ice on multi-day journeys.Compact ExcavatorsA Closer Look: Yanmar’s ViO35-7 Mini Excavator Packs Power, Zero Tail SwingAttachmentsRodradar Intros Ground Penetrating Radar Buckets for Large ExcavatorsPickupsToyota Reveals 2026 Tundra with Engine Choices, New Standard FeaturesFeatured SponsorStop Wasting Time on Grade Checks
