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Diesel vehicle sales could significantly increase
New diesel vehicle sales could increase by as much as 10 percent by 2018, according to a report from our sister site, Total Landscape Care. The report is based on the views of a USA Today expert panel, which looked at reasons the spike in diesel vehicle sales may occur. Some of the leading causes […]
September 2, 2013
Roadbuilding
Weirdest U.S. Driving Laws
Don’t run red lights or stop signs. Stay on your side if there are double lines. These are all laws we know and hopefully abide by – but what about these crazy rules? Many states have outlawed texting while driving. But California has taken it a step further and made touching your map app while […]
September 2, 2013
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Roadbuilding
John Deere launches 204K and 304K compact wheel loaders
John Deere has launched its shortest compact wheel loaders yet, the 204K and 304K, according to a report from our sister site, Equipment World. The 8-foot-tall machines, which stand one foot lower than other John Deere compact loaders, have rigid front and rear axles for a lower center of gravity and increased stability and tipping […]
September 2, 2013
Roadbuilding
U.S. VMTs drop 7 percent in last decade
Vehicle miles traveled (VMT) in the United States has declined by 7 percent in the last 10 years, with 46 states contributing to the decrease, according to a report from The Hill. The figures come from a study conducted by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), which found that the number of miles driven […]
September 2, 2013
Roadbuilding
TxDOT makes significant changes to road maintenance transfer plan
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announced this week that it has decided to make changes to its proposal that would have transfered maintenance of nearly 1,900 miles of state highways to 59 cities. According to WacoTrib.com, the agency is making the controversial turnback program voluntary. It plans to offer financial incentives to cities that […]
August 30, 2013
Roadbuilding
Caterpillar offers safety-training tool to urge safety-related feedback
Caterpillar has introduced Speak Up!/Listen Up! for Construction, a safety-training tool designed to ease employee anxieties about giving and receiving safety-related feedback. Our sister site, Total Landscape Care, reported that the program, developed by 16 contractors including Atkinson Construction, Bechtel Corporation and Kiewit Corporation, is targeted specifically at individual construction professionals. The program features Videos, […]
August 30, 2013
Roadbuilding
Transportation Secretary Foxx names new chief of staff
Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx has named former aide to ex-White House Chief of Staff and current Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel as his new chief of staff, according to a report from The Hill. Foxx also appointed former aide to Emanuel, Sarah Feinberg, to help run the department. Feinberg has also previously served as a […]
August 30, 2013
Roadbuilding
Just Another Hyperloop?
It looks like Elon Musk isn’t the only one who wants to enter the futuristic transportation debate. Dan Corns, president of Magnovate Technologies, proposed a system that would use magnetic levitation technology to move people, freights and commodities up to 310 mph – all in a computer-controlled, driverless vehicle. They company has already created prototypes […]
August 30, 2013
Roadbuilding
Ohio DOT awards $10.5 million for mobility improvements, transportation restoration
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) last week announced $10.5 million in grants to help fund 20 projects aimed at improving mobility and restoring transportation history. The funding, part of ODOT’s Transportation Alternative Program, will go toward community projects for non-motorized transportation and recreational facilities, including the creation of bicycle and pedestrian paths and safe […]
August 29, 2013
Roadbuilding
“I’m Stuck” users from all 50 states urge U.S. lawmakers to take action for transportation
When Congress reconvenes on September 9, U.S. lawmakers can expect to come back to more than 2,000 messages from Americans urging them to take action to repair the nation’s transportation network. “Congress can expect to return from their summer vacation to thousands of messages from aggravated Americans who are demanding modern, reliable transportation options and […]
August 29, 2013
Roadbuilding
Keep It Moving
Many of New Delhi, India’s highway-building efforts are at a standstill – but that might not be the case for long. The government is looking to throw out existing contracts that aren’t making much progress. The National Highways Authority of India is currently reviewing all of the slow-moving projects to see which ones could be […]
August 29, 2013
Roadbuilding
BOMAG to end Kewanee operations, relocate to southern U.S.
BOMAG Americas will discontinue manufacturing operations at its Kewanee, Illinois, plant by the end of 2014 and relocate to somewhere in the southern United States, according to a report from our sister site, Equipment World. The new location has not yet been determined. BOMAG’s products produced in Kewanee — single drum rollers, asphalt rollers and […]
August 29, 2013
Roadbuilding
Cat dealers continue to aid in Oklahoma tornado recovery effort
Warren Cat, a Caterpillar dealer that helped first responders after a tornado flattened Moore, Oklahoma, on May 20, has continued to help with recovery efforts in the area, according to a report from our sister site, Total Landscape Care. Immediately following the tornado, Warren Cat, along with dealers Foley and Holt Cat, offered power modules, […]
August 28, 2013
Roadbuilding
Five projects receive southern regional America’s Transportation Awards
Five transportation projects have won awards in the sixth annual southern regional America’s Transportation Awards competition. The competition, sponsored by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), AAA and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, recognizes transportation projects in three main categories: “Ahead of Schedule,” “Under Budget” and “Best Use of Innovation.” The […]
August 28, 2013
Roadbuilding
Equipment World to host live Twitter chat Sept. 5 about John Deere 644K Hybrid wheel loader
Our sister site, Equipment World, will moderate a live Twitter chat next week about John Deere’s 644K Hybrid wheel loader. The chat will take place September 5 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central and will focus on a Q&A about the loader, which was introduced at World of Concrete in February. To submit a […]
August 28, 2013
Roadbuilding
The Golden State or the Traffic State?
Think your state has the most traffic? If you live in California, you’re right. And if you live anywhere else, you really don’t even come close to the Golden State. California has the three busiest interstates in the country, according to new Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) findings. People drove nearly 85 billion miles on California […]
August 28, 2013
Roadbuilding
ICUEE The Demo Expo — Louisville, KY
Take Tomorrow for a Test Drive Tomorrow is right around the corner. For utility contractors and municipalities, we have the keys to prepare for it. Learn about new technologies, innovations, insights and trends affecting the utilities industry – ranging from electric to telecom and water/wastewater to gas. Demo the latest equipment. Meet with the experts. […]
August 28, 2013
Roadbuilding
DFI 38th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations — Phoenix, AZ
DFI 38th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations Wednesday, September 25, 2013 – Saturday, September 28, 2013 JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort (480) 293-5000 5350 East Marriott Drive Phoenix, Arizona 85054 United States DFI’s 38th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations is the event for industry members from across the globe to gather and share experiences, exchange […]
August 28, 2013
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