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fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

NYC commuter vans, an overlooked transit option, get a boost from stabilization program

NYC's struggling commuter van industry is getting a much-needed financial boost to help offset high insurance costs and invest in safety and technology upgrades. Empire State Development (ESD), a New York economic development organization, announced on Monday that it provided more than $2 million through its Commuter Van Stabilization Program (CVSP), launched in September 2024, to help drivers in the often-overlooked commuter van industry in NYC.
New York City
fromBusline News
1 week ago

Connecticut-based DATTCO Adds Premium MCI Coaches To Its Fleet - Busline News

"DATTCO is known for doing things the right way - with care, detail, and a constant focus on the customer," Tom Wagner, Vice President, Private Sector Sales and Service at MCI, said. "We're proud to deliver these J4500s to such a respected operator and look forward to supporting their team in every way we can."
Cars
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Maglev train researchers may have solved tunnel boom' shock waves

New soundproofing buffers can reduce tunnel booms from high-speed trains by up to 96%, enhancing safety and comfort.
Cars
fromWIRED
3 months ago

This Is Why Tesla's Robotaxi Launch Needed Human Babysitters

Tesla's robotaxi technology demonstrates significant safety challenges and requires active human intervention.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Volvo's new seatbelts use real-time data to adapt to different body types

Volvo's new multi-adaptive safety belt enhances occupant protection by using real-time vehicle data to tailor responses during crashes.
Cars
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

It's a deadly decision for parents to pass down their cars to teens, study warns

Teens driving older vehicles (6-15 years) face a 19% higher risk of fatal crashes compared to those in newer cars.
California
fromwww.montereyherald.com
5 months ago

Caltrans using remote-controlled equipment to help clear Highway 1 slide near Big Sur

Caltrans is utilizing remote-controlled equipment at Regent's Slide to enhance safety and efficiency in challenging terrain.
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