Dallas began building a $110 million park over a freeway in 2009; 3 years later, Klyde Warren Park became a major attractionKlyde Warren Park is a five-acre public park in downtown Dallas, Texas. It was built over the recessed Woodall Rodgers Freeway, between Pea...
25 Oct, 2026, 12.49 AM IST
Arizona put thermal cameras above I-17 ramps to spot wrong-way drivers; in the first 6 months, the system detected 33 vehicles before they caused a crashArizona has improved highway safety through the introduction of an advanced thermal camera system designed to identify wrong-way drivers. T...
24 Oct, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
Trump's diesel price relief efforts grow costlier as election nearsWith the midterm elections approaching, President Trump is implementing various strategies to combat high diesel prices. These measures inc...
24 Oct, 2026, 06.21 AM IST
In 1979, Minnesota began mixing ground-up scrap tires into two asphalt test roads; years later, FHWA said both experimental sections were still performing wellIn Minnesota, a trial was conducted to explore the use of recycled tire rubber for enhancing roadway performance in winter. Utilizing PlusR...
22 Oct, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
Tesla aims to sell Cybercab robotaxis by end of year despite federal probeTesla is aiming to start selling its Cybercab robotaxis to the public by the end of this year, its engineering chief said on Wednesday, eve...
22 Oct, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
Alaska ferry fares covered just 31% of operating costs over 10 years, while the state put in $82.6 million a year to keep coastal communities connectedAlaska's ferry system serves as a lifeline for 28 isolated communities, offering the only reliable transportation year-round. Currently, ti...
21 Oct, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
Ensure protests don't affect businesses: Traders' bodies write to PM, CJI, Rahul GandhiLeading traders' bodies in Delhi have communicated with political leaders regarding the impact of protests on businesses. They emphasize th...
14 Oct, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
In 2005, the US required reflective markings on freight cars to improve visibility at crossings; nearly 1 in 4 crossing collisions involved vehicles hitting trainsAt night, freight trains can easily go unnoticed, leading to numerous accidents at highway-rail crossings. To address this safety concern, ...
14 Oct, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
If your car gets stuck on US railroad tracks, the small blue-and-white sign nearby can tell the railroad exactly where you are before the next train arrivesEmergency notification system signs at railroad crossings are essential for assisting drivers in emergency situations. These signs display ...
09 Oct, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
Most US roads are built with a slight sideways tilt that drivers barely notice: About a 2% cross slope helps rainwater run off instead of pooling on the pavementRoadways are engineered with a gentle slope of around 2% to enhance rainwater drainage effectively. This slight tilt not only reduces the r...
08 Oct, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
Donald Trump is considering an 18.4-cent gas tax cut, but will the savings reach your wallet?Trump’s proposal could offer some relief as prices climb. But the savings would likely be modest. Drivers may save a few dollars each time ...
07 Oct, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
Tesla is browbeating the EU to approve its 'Full Self-Driving' tech. The pressure is workingTesla is involved in a campaign to secure EU approval for its Full Self-Driving technology. The automaker faces criticism regarding the val...
07 Oct, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
Newark airport used coal waste in runways built for jumbo jets: What FHWA found 20 years laterA 1970s pavement project at Newark International Airport in New Jersey used coal fly ash, lime, Portland cement and sand to create a stabil...
05 Oct, 2026, 08.26 AM IST
In 1990, Switzerland crushed an old A13 road and reused 66% to 100% of it in new concrete; 20 years later, every recycled test mix was still rated good or very goodNew research highlights the impressive durability of Swiss highways built with recycled concrete over several decades. The A13 motorway too...
04 Oct, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Diesel price hits record highs ahead of U.S. midterm elections 2026: Texas, California, other key political states are taking measures to offer relief for Americans. Details hereDiesel price today: White House is considering regulatory relief that would allow broader sales of red-dyed diesel, a move that could allow...
30 Sep, 2026, 06.37 PM IST
Some US roadside signs are designed to break or bend when a car hits them; the unusual design keeps the signpost from becoming an even more dangerous obstacleIn America, road signs play a vital role in ensuring driver safety, incorporating advanced breakaway supports designed to minimize injuries...
29 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Those tall fences beside snowy highways are not property fences; they catch blowing snow before it reaches the road, while plowing can cost 100 times moreSnow fences are ingeniously constructed barriers that capture drifting snow, enhancing road safety during winter storms. By slowing down th...
28 Sep, 2026, 07.00 PM IST