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policy-and-environment15 days ago•33 min saved

DOT Finalizes 'Freedom Means Affordable Cars' Rule, Setting 2031 Fuel Economy Target at 34.9 MPG

The US Department of Transportation has finalized new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, lowering the 2031 fleet average target to 34.9 miles per gallon. This move replaces Biden-era rules that required 50.4 mpg by 2031 and eliminates credit trading for electric vehicles. While the administration claims the rule will save consumers $1,300 per vehicle, critics argue it will increase fuel costs and harm air quality.

via The Verge|

#automaker-regulation #cafe-standards #department-of-transportation

transportation23 days ago•2 min saved

NYC DOT Warns of 20 Gridlock Days as UN Assembly and Protests Clog Midtown

The New York City Department of Transportation has designated 20 specific dates as 'gridlock days' for the remainder of 2026, beginning with the current week. This designation coincides with the United Nations General Assembly, which is expected to reduce Midtown traffic speeds to below 4 mph due to heavy police presence and rolling street closures. Large protests are scheduled daily during the assembly, including on the day of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address. The DOT advises drivers to use public transit, bicycles, or walking, highlighting the First Avenue Tunnel protected bike lane as a key alternative route.

via Gothamist|

#department-of-transportation #new-york-city #protests

policy1 month ago•7 min saved

Proposed fuel standards could raise U.S. gas costs by around 45% amid energy crisis

Electrek reports that the Department of Transportation is poised to announce new fuel-economy standards that would lower the fleet’s average mpg from about 50.4 to 34.5, potentially increasing the average fuel bill by roughly 45% as energy prices remain high. The piece frames this as a GOP-led effort to roll back efficiency rules, citing a DOE analysis predicting higher gas prices and noting substantial public opposition and ongoing legal challenges to related regulations.

via Electrek|

#cafe-standards #department-of-transportation #fuel-economy

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Federal crackdown shutters Wisconsin CDL schools amid fraud allegations

The Trump administration ordered 110 truck-driver training providers to cease operations, including three Wisconsin schools, after alleging they certified immigrants for CDLs who later failed English-based roadside tests. The action is part of a broader safety-driven crackdown with investigations and emergency removals from the training registry; ICE subpoenas were issued to at least one operator, and some schools claim they were unaware of the shutdown as inspectors review testing providers and English-language requirements for licensing.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|

#department-of-transportation #english-proficiency #fraud-crackdown

aviation1 month ago•40 min saved

Court preserves Delta-Aeromexico alliance after DOT bid to end it

A U.S. appeals court (Eleventh Circuit) dismissed the DOT’s termination order and allowed Delta Air Lines’ and Aeromexico’s joint venture to continue, saying the DOT’s analysis focused on the Mexico City market rather than the broader U.S.–Mexico market. The ruling preserves the immunized partnership, including coordinated scheduling and reciprocal loyalty benefits, which covers the U.S.–Mexico corridor and supports expanded connectivity.

via The Points Guy|

#aeromexico #antitrust-immunity #aviation

politics1 month ago•9 min saved

Sponsor-Heavy Road Trip Sparks Ethics Questions for DOT Secretary

POLITICO reviews a six-episode YouTube road trip featuring Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, highlighting pervasive sponsor presence (Toyota, Boeing, CRH, Waymo, Royal Caribbean) and a blend of family life with official duties. DOT says ethics clearance was obtained and no taxpayer money was spent, but Democrats are pushing for independent watchdog scrutiny over potential conflicts and the line between government work and corporate promotion as the Duffys tour iconic travel destinations.

via Politico|

#department-of-transportation #ethics #great-american-road-trip

politics1 month ago•204 min saved

Duffy Family Road Trip Reality Show Finally Lands on YouTube After Delay

After months of delay, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s six-episode Great American Road Trip premiered on YouTube, with the DOT saying production costs were paid by a non‑profit and corporate sponsors rather than taxpayer dollars. The Duffys travel through seven states, while critics in Congress question the ethics and cost of the project amid higher fuel prices, leading to renewed scrutiny of sponsor involvement and government funding. Duffy defends the series as a patriotic celebration of America.

via CNN|

#department-of-transportation #ethics #great-american-road-trip

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Duffy’s family road-trip show debuts on YouTube amid ethics scrutiny

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s reality-TV–style family road-trip series hits YouTube after ethics questions about sponsorships and ties to regulated companies (including Boeing and Toyota); the DOT says no taxpayer dollars were used and ethics cleared his participation, while Democrats press for an inspector general probe and watchdogs seek further investigation ahead of the country’s 250th anniversary.

via Politico|

#department-of-transportation #ethics-controversy #great-american-road-trip-inc

world2 months ago•14 min saved

US taps 2,000 gamers for air traffic control, sparking safety concerns

Trump officials say 2,000 gamers have been hired as air traffic controllers to meet a staffing shortfall, with the FAA arguing gaming skills help with quick thinking and focus. Critics warn that gaming experience cannot replace training and certification and could risk lives, while some supporters praised the plan; about 2,000 more hires are in the pipeline.

via The Independent|

#air-traffic-controllers #department-of-transportation #federal-aviation-administration

politics5 months ago•11 min saved

Sponsor backs away from Duffy’s cross-country road trip amid ethics concerns

Democratic lawmakers and watchdogs are scrutinizing Sean Duffy’s Great American Road Trip, a DOT outreach funded by the nonprofit Great American Road Trip Inc., amid concerns that sponsorships could amount to access. At least one potential sponsor declined to participate over ethics considerations, while other backers include Toyota, Boeing, and United Airlines. The DOT says ethics reviews were cleared, no taxpayer money funded production, and the Duffys’ activities were tied to official duties, but questions remain about the nonprofit’s role, funding transparency, and future influence.

via Politico|

#department-of-transportation #ethics #great-american-road-trip

politics5 months ago•72 min saved

Gas Prices, Glamour, and Backlash: Duffy’s Family Road Trip Sparks controversy

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy drew sharp backlash after promoting his seven‑month family road‑trip reality project tied to America’s 250th birthday, insisting the production wasn’t funded by taxpayers while critics argued it was out of touch as gas prices rise. Duffy defended the show on X, noting private funding through The Great American Road Trip Inc. and arguing the private promo conflicted with concerns about travel costs for ordinary Americans, as fellow officials like Pete Buttigieg and Chasten Buttigieg blasted the messaging.

via The Daily Beast|

#department-of-transportation #fox-news #gas-prices

business5 months ago•9 min saved

Spirit Airlines seeks government lifeline as fuel costs surge

Spirit Airlines has reportedly asked the U.S. government for hundreds of millions in emergency funding to offset surging fuel costs that threaten its turnaround, as low-cost carriers prepare to meet with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to assess the health of smaller carriers and stave off potential liquidation.

via The Air Current|

#business #department-of-transportation #oil-prices

politics6 months ago•3 min saved

MTA Sues Over Federal Funds Withheld for Second Avenue Subway Expansion

New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority filed a federal lawsuit seeking roughly $58 million in federal funds for the Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 after the U.S. Department of Transportation paused grants over DEI-related concerns, part of a broader dispute with the Trump administration and Democrats over infrastructure funding. The suit argues the pause interfered with funding commitments and could jeopardize project timelines, following prior actions to recoup funds from the Gateway tunnel.

via USA Today|

#department-of-transportation #gateway-tunnel #litigation

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Federal Government to Take Over Washington's Union Station

The Department of Transportation plans to take over management of Washington's Union Station to address its disrepair and support broader efforts by the Trump administration to enhance infrastructure and control in DC, including beautification and security measures, amid ongoing federal involvement in the city.

via CNN|

#department-of-transportation #infrastructure #politics

government1 year ago•2 min saved

U.S. Transportation Department to Reclaim Control of Washington's Union Station

The Department of Transportation will take back control of Washington D.C.'s Union Station from Amtrak to improve safety, security, and infrastructure, with plans to reinvest income into upgrades and renegotiate management agreements, amid ongoing federal efforts to address crime and homelessness at the station.

via CBS News|

#amtrak #department-of-transportation #federal-control