According to a University of Michigan stud, the average fuel economy of all new vehicles purchased in the United States in July and August improved about 3 percent. The improved figures are attributed to the “Cash for Clunkers” initiative.
Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle of the U-M Transportation Research Institute found that the program improved fuel [...]
Fuel economy higher, thanks to Cash for Clunkers (from PHYorg.com)
September 15th, 2009 · No Comments
Tags: Energy & Resources · Environment · News · Transportation Research
Federal safety board says its employees can’t text or talk on cell phones while driving (From Breaking News)
September 9th, 2009 · No Comments
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the federal safety agency that investigates transportation accidents is banning texting and talking on cell phones by its employees while driving on government business.
NTSB Chairman Deborah Hersman said Tuesday she’s adopting the policy because she wants her agency to follow the same safety practices it recommends for others…..The NTSB’s 400 [...]
Tags: News · Transportation Safety
