Tag: Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission

Roadbuilding

Ohio Turnpike handles most vehicles in 62-year history

The Ohio Turnpike logged another record year in traffic volume in 2017. This is the third year in a row the turnpike has broken traffic records, with a total of 55.2 million vehicles traveling the tollway last year, up from 54.9 million in 2016, according to the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission. The increased number […]

February 1, 2018

Roadbuilding

Kettering University joins Smart Belt Coalition for automated vehicle tech

Kettering University is now part of the Smart Belt Coalition, a group formed earlier this year by transportation agencies from Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan to focus on automated and connected vehicle initiatives. “We are honored to participate in the Smart Belt Coalition to help create the future of mobility alongside some of the brightest minds […]

July 31, 2017

Roadbuilding

Penn., Ohio, Michigan groups form Smart Belt Coalition to focus on automated vehicle tech

Transportation agencies from Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan have formed the Smart Belt Coalition to focus on automated and connected vehicle initiatives. “I’m excited for us to continue our efforts in fostering safe and effective development of this technology,” Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Leslie S. Richards says. “This multi-state partnership not only offers fantastic collaboration […]

January 19, 2017

Roadbuilding

Ohio turnpike commission approves $143.5 million for 2016 projects, most in 15 years

The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission (OTIC) has approved $143.5 million for its 2016 capital budget for pavement replacement, resurfacing and bridge repairs. The amount represents that largest investment by the agency in 15 years. “Ohio Turnpike customers expect a safe and smooth roadway and our team is dedicated to providing excellence,” says Executive Director […]

December 18, 2015

Roadbuilding

Ohio updates ‘Move Over Law’ to protect highway workers

The Ohio General Assembly passed a bill on Wednesday to protect crews working on the state’s roadways. The measure, Senate Bill 137, updates Ohio’s “Move Over Law,” now requiring motorists to slow down and, if possible, move to an adjacent lane when approaching construction, maintenance and public utilities commission vehicles that are parked on the […]

December 11, 2013