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infrastructure-and-safety27 days ago•9 min saved

Unaware Driver Damages Dozen Overpasses on NY Thruway

A 38-year-old North Carolina driver hauling an over-height excavator struck more than a dozen overpasses across 60 miles of the New York State Thruway in March 2026. The driver did not stop or report the damage until state police flagged him down at a tandem lot in Salina. He faces charges of reckless endangerment and over 20 traffic tickets, including federal safety violations. Officials expressed shock that the driver remained unaware of the impacts, highlighting persistent gaps in oversize load oversight and route planning.

via spacedaily.com|

#bridge-strike #infrastructure-and-safety #new-york-state-thruway

local-news29 days ago•2 min saved

Fort Wayne Police Detail Viral Arrest of Habitual Traffic Violator After SUV Crash

The Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) provided details on a viral arrest involving 45-year-old Rahiem Kubisty, who fled a traffic stop on Saturday. Kubisty, identified as a habitual traffic violator, crashed his SUV into a police cruiser before running on foot. He faces multiple charges, and three officers sustained minor injuries during the incident.

via WPTA | 21Alive | Fort Wayne, IN|

#fort-wayne-police #indiana-law-enforcement #local-news

us-politics2 months ago•19 min saved

Fault on the Road: Paul Pelosi’s Driving Violations Precede Napa Valley Crash

Paul Pelosi, 86, had at least eight traffic violations over 13 years before his July Napa Valley crash, including a 2022 DUI after crashing his Porsche into a Jeep; neighbors had whispered about his health and fitness, and in the Napa incident he slammed a convertible into a parked Tesla and then continued driving until his car broke down as officers arrived on the scene.

via The New York Times|

#driving-record #nancy-pelosi #napa-valley-crash

technology5 months ago•1 min saved

California empowers police to ticket autonomous vehicles for traffic violations

California’s DMV unveiled regulations allowing police to issue notices of AV noncompliance to manufacturers when driverless cars commit moving violations, with a 30-second response requirement for manufacturers and penalties for entering active emergency zones. Effective July 1, the rules are part of a broader 2024 AV law intended to boost public safety as Waymo, Tesla and others test in the state.

via BBC|

#autonomous-vehicles #california-dmv #emergency-response

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

U.S. Investigates Tesla's Self-Driving Cars Over Traffic Violations

Tesla is under investigation by the NHTSA for traffic safety violations involving its Full Self-Driving system, with reports of crashes, injuries, and traffic law violations in 2.88 million vehicles, raising concerns about the system's safety and performance.

via Mashable|

#fsd #investigation #nhtsa

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

US Investigates Tesla's Self-Driving Software Over Traffic Violations

Tesla is under investigation by the US government after reports of its self-driving cars violating traffic laws, including driving on the wrong side of the road and running red lights, with 58 reported incidents and potential safety concerns for nearly 3 million vehicles equipped with full self-driving technology.

via BBC|

#elon-musk #nhtsa #self-driving-cars

automotive1 year ago•3 min saved

US Investigates Tesla's FSD Vehicles Over Traffic Violations and Safety Concerns

The U.S. NHTSA has launched an investigation into nearly 2.9 million Tesla vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) due to over 50 reports of traffic violations, crashes, and injuries, including driving through red lights and against traffic directions, raising safety concerns and potential recalls.

via Reuters|

#automotive #fsd #nhtsa

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

California police struggle to ticket driverless Waymo for traffic violations

A Waymo autonomous vehicle was pulled over in California for making an illegal U-turn, but police couldn't issue a ticket because the car had no human driver, highlighting legal gaps in autonomous vehicle regulation. New legislation aims to address this issue, but critics argue it is insufficient, reflecting ongoing debates about self-driving car oversight and safety.

via Los Angeles Times|

#autonomous-vehicles #california-law #self-driving-cars

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Driver Caught at 199 MPH on German Autobahn Faces Heavy Fines and Ban

A Porsche driver was caught doing 199mph on a German autobahn section with a 75mph limit, facing fines and license suspension, highlighting ongoing issues with speeding and racing on German roads despite safety concerns and cultural debates about the autobahn's freedom.

via The Guardian|

#autobahn #germany #safety

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Tesla's Robotaxi Service Launch in Austin Boosts Stock

Tesla's new robotaxi service in Austin faced scrutiny after videos showed the vehicles speeding and making traffic law violations, including wrong lane turns and exceeding speed limits, during their first day of operation, raising safety concerns despite positive initial reports and a stock price increase.

via Bloomberg.com|

#austin #robotaxi #self-driving

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Browns QB Shedeur Sanders Cited for Speeding Again, Misses Court

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders received two speeding tickets in Ohio within a two-week period, including a recent incident where he was caught driving at 101 mph in a 60 mph zone. Sanders has addressed the citations with the team, and he is scheduled to appear in court on July 3. This follows a history of traffic violations involving Browns players.

via Cleveland.com|

#cleveland-browns #ohio #shedeur-sanders

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

Georgia Football Fines Players Amid 24 Driving Incidents Since 2023

Georgia Bulldogs players involved in traffic-related incidents are facing withheld NIL payments as part of a disciplinary measure. Head Coach Kirby Smart confirmed that the Classic City NIL Collective has been deducting payments for such violations, a practice in place for about two years. This comes amid ongoing concerns about speeding and reckless driving within the program, which has seen 24 related charges in the last 18 months.

via On3.com|

#classic-city-collective #georgia-bulldogs #kirby-smart

local-news2 years ago•3 min saved

Community Mourns Garner Family Killed in Tragic Crash

The Garner community is mourning the loss of the Campbell family, who were killed in a car crash caused by an impaired driver with a history of traffic violations. The family, known for their strong community ties and kindness, left a lasting impact on their neighbors and friends. A vigil was held in their memory, and their son Miles, who was declared brain dead, will be an organ donor.

via WTVD-TV|

#car-crash #community #family

traffic2 years ago•2 min saved

"NYC Task Force Targets Ghost Cars with Obstructed License Plates"

New York lawmakers have launched a multi-agency task force to crack down on "ghost cars" with fake or altered license plates that evade tolls and traffic violations. The task force aims to identify and remove these untraceable vehicles, which are often unregistered, uninsured, or stolen. In a recent operation, 73 cars were impounded, 282 summonses were issued, and eight individuals were arrested. Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams emphasized the urgency of this crackdown as congestion pricing approaches, and they are calling for additional legislative protections to swiftly remove elusive vehicles from the roads.

via WABC-TV|

#ghost-cars #license-plates #multi-agency-task-force

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Britney Spears Caught on Police Body Cam Desperate for Bathroom Break"

Body cam footage from two separate traffic stops involving Britney Spears near her home in Thousand Oaks has been released, showing her apologizing and explaining that she had to use the bathroom as the reason for crossing double yellow lines. During one stop, she was also cited for driving without a license and proof of insurance. Britney was fined $327 for the yellow double line violation and $1,140 for the violations in early September.

via TMZ|

#body-cam-footage #britney-spears #california-highway-patrol