President Joe Biden announced the drawdown of an additional 15 million barrels of oil from U.S. emergency reserves, as well as what he called a 鈥渞eady and release plan鈥 aimed at driving down gasoline prices.
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Federal Grants Provide Lifeline to Rural Bridge Assessments
Rural bridges that carry freight are among this year鈥檚 winners of $18.4 million in federal grants awarded to states evaluating whether to refurbish aging ones or build new spans.
October 19, 2022Freight Growth Highlights Arizona鈥檚 Need for Truck Climbing Lanes, Parking Spaces
Arizona transportation officials have identified needs for more truck parking spaces and passing/climbing lanes on key roadways as shipments grow.
October 19, 2022Senate Antitrust Panel Plans Hearing on Kroger-Albertsons Deal
The Senate plans to hold a hearing in November on Kroger Co.鈥檚 planned $24.6 billion takeover of Albertsons Cos.
October 18, 2022White House to Tap Oil Reserve Again Amid High Fuel Prices
The Biden administration is moving toward a release of at least another 10 million to 15 million barrels of oil from the nation鈥檚 emergency stockpile in a bid to balance markets and keep gasoline prices from climbing further.
October 18, 2022FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel Proposes Rule Emphasizing Transparency
ORLANDO, Fla. 鈥 Federal Maritime Commission member Carl Bentzel proposes to bring more transparency and efficiency to the ocean shipping industry. He unveiled his plan at the American Association of Port Authorities鈥 annual convention Oct. 17.
October 18, 2022Diesel Up 11.5垄 to $5.339 a Gallon
The national average price of diesel climbed 11.5 cents to $5.339 a gallon, marking the second straight double-digit increase after five straight weeks of declines, according to Energy Information Administration data released Oct 17.
October 17, 2022USDOT Updates National Safety Strategy
Additional safety strategies for the nation鈥檚 mobility networks were recently announced by the U.S. Department of Transportation as part of its comprehensive plan.
October 17, 2022California Forms Statewide Alliance to Apply for Federal Hydrogen Grants
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has established a broad statewide alliance to apply for a stake of $7 billion in federal grants earmarked for national hydrogen hubs rather than forming regional partnerships with other governors.
October 17, 2022Number of Guilty Pleas in Staged Accident Scams Reaches 41
Three additional participants in staged accidents with trucks in the New Orleans area have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud charges, bringing to 41 the number of convicted conspirators in the FBI鈥檚 鈥淥peration Sideswipe鈥 investigation.
October 17, 2022