White House Unveils Interagency Program to Improve Fuel Economy and Emissions
The standards proposed would apply to passenger cars, light-duty trucks and medium-duty passenger vehicles, covering model years 2012-2016. They require these vehicles to meet an estimated combined average emissions level of 250 grams of carbon dioxide (CO2) per mile in model year 2016, equivalent to 35.5 miles per gallon (mpg) if the automotive industry were to meet this CO2 level through fuel economy improvements.
Government Releases Report Analyzing Effectiveness of ABS
The report discusses how instead of working to prevent certain types of crashes, run-off-road crashes have been on the rise with ABS-equipped vehicles.
Transportation Secretary Acknowledges Dealer Frustration with Slowness of ‘Cash for Clunkers’ Reimbursements
Secretary promises that dealers will get paid.
Miles Driven Up from Last Year for Second Straight Month
Despite the April and May gains, year-to-date miles driven for 2009 are down 9.9 billion, or 0.8 percent.
More U.S. Miles Logged in May
Total travel in May was 257,311 million miles, and 29 states posted increases in mileage.
International Speedway Corp. Reports Financial Results for the Second Quarter 2009
Total revenues for the second quarter decreased to $152.4 million, compared to revenues of $174.9 million in the prior-year period.
Vehicle Miles Traveled Increases for the First Time in More Than a Year
In addition, Federal Highway Administration has reported that all regions of the country saw either higher or the same vehicle miles traveled as last year.
Affinia Issues Brake Rotor Safety Public Awareness Message
Manufacturer warns that thin plate rotors may cause potential problems.
Obama Administration Introduces New Fuel Mileage Standards
The agreement will bring the U.S. to the planned standard four years earlier than previously expected.
OBITUARY: HDDA Remembers Industry Leader Dick Bell Who Died This Week
Well-known industry leader and founding member of the Heavy Duty Distribution Association (HDDA), Dick Bell, died Tuesday, Jan. 13.