Tag #Transportation

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DOT Takes Over Penn Station Reconstruction, Citing Cost Savings and Efficiency

The US Department of Transportation announced it will take over the reconstruction of New York's Penn Station from the MTA, aiming to save $120 million through a public-private partnership with Amtrak, following criticism of the MTA's management and amidst broader calls for Amtrak privatization.

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foxnews.com
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DOT Awards $150 Million for San Diego Border Crossing, Eliminating Green New Deal Provisions

A $150 million federal grant will fund a new San Diego-Baja California border port of entry, removing Green New Deal requirements to expedite construction and improve border security, reducing congestion for 3,600 daily commercial trucks.

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forbes.com
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China's Strict Robotaxi Regulations: A Different Path to Autonomous Vehicles

China's robotaxi sector, dominated by Baidu, operates under stricter regulations than the U.S., involving phased testing, remote monitoring, and detailed intervention logging, yet this doesn't seem to impede development, with YouTubers reporting on varied experiences.

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sueddeutsche.de
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Major disruptions on Baden-Württemberg railway lines during Easter

Due to geological problems and planned upgrades, the Mannheim-Stuttgart and Karlsruhe-Basel railway lines in Baden-Württemberg will be partially or fully closed from April 17th to 27th, causing significant delays and requiring bus replacements for some journeys. The closures are part of a larger inf...

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zeit.de
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Smooth Easter Travel Start in North Rhine-Westphalia Despite High Numbers

Over 200,000 travelers departed from Düsseldorf Airport alone during the first Easter weekend, with a total of 1.5 million passengers expected across Düsseldorf and Cologne/Bonn airports, exceeding last year's numbers. Road traffic was busy but manageable, with most delays under 15 minutes, except f...

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kathimerini.gr
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Greece to Launch Real-Time Train Tracking App

Greece's Deputy Minister of Transport announced a plan to launch a gov.gr application providing real-time train location tracking with centimeter accuracy, using new internet-connected transponders on all trains, aiming to rebuild public trust after the Tempe train disaster, although significant saf...

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africa.chinadaily.com.cn
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China's Low-Altitude Economy Poised for Rapid Growth

China's low-altitude economy, projected to reach $479.3 billion by 2035, is rapidly expanding due to government support and private investment in drones and eVTOL aircraft, as showcased at the China International Consumer Products Expo in Haikou.

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zeit.de
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Baden-Württemberg Lags on Transportation Climate Goals

Baden-Württemberg's transportation sector is failing to meet its CO2 reduction targets, prompting calls for a state-level emergency program; however, the Minister of Transport cites political barriers to enacting effective solutions and limitations imposed by higher levels of government.

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faz.net
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Düsseldorfer Straße Reconstruction to Impact Frankfurt Traffic

Frankfurt will reconstruct Düsseldorfer Straße over four years, adding a tram track and eliminating through-traffic from the main train station to Platz der Republik, impacting car routes and necessitating detours via Karlstraße to Mainzer Landstraße due to increased tram capacity.

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sueddeutsche.de
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Berlin Highway Bridge Demolition Delayed

The demolition of a 1963-built highway bridge in Berlin-Charlottenburg, carrying around 230,000 cars daily, has been delayed until early Saturday morning due to logistical issues; the 11,000-ton demolition will also involve the demolition of a nearby secondary bridge, with a planned completion by ne...

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dw.com
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Germany Rejects Autobahn Speed Limit

Germany's new coalition government will not impose a general speed limit on its autobahns, rejecting a proposal backed by environmental groups and despite public support, due to the influence of the conservative CDU/CSU bloc.

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nos.nl
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Dutch Parliament Minimizes Meetings During NATO Summit in The Hague

Due to the NATO summit in The Hague (June 23-27), the Dutch parliament will hold only essential meetings, urging its members and government employees to work remotely to ease traffic congestion and ensure smooth summit operations.

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