Read Top Government > Transportation Headlines and Articles from http://www.governmentprnews.com en-us http://www.governmentprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/02/texting-while-driving-a-major-problem-for-american-teens-261138.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Because of their inexperience, teen drivers are more likely than any other group to cause a fatal accident. If they use a cell phone, the risk is even higher. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/02/ntsb-study-spotlights-dangers-of-discount-tourist-bus-services-261137.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT A recent NTSB study found that the fatal bus accident rate for discount intercity carriers is seven times higher than the rate for conventional bus operations. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/02/portable-vehicle-barrier-pvb-increases-market-share-as-stadiums-police-and-private-companies-rush-to-buy-261094.htm Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT SSI's patented Portable Vehicle Barrier, the solution for a quick deploying crash barrier, will also be shown all over the country: ISC West, NCS4, GovSec, IAVM, Counter Terror Expo and more. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/02/series-of-bus-accidents-provides-wakeup-call-about-driver-fatigue-260669.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT A string of recent bus accidents has highlighted the dangers of driver fatigue. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/02/law-firm-cranfill-sumner-amp-hartzog-llp-names-three-new-partners-260806.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Hunsucker, King and Welch are the latest to join the partnership in Raleigh and Charlotte offices http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/02/dui-in-illinois-and-the-devastation-to-your-personal-finances-260277.htm Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The financial impact of a DUI arrest and conviction can have devastating financial consequences. Avoiding a conviction can help you avoid or eliminate many of the costs associated with a DUI arrest. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/02/why-do-i-need-an-attorney-for-my-car-accident-260409.htm Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT If you were the victim of an auto accident caused by the negligence of another driver, it is in your best interests to consult with an attorney before accepting any insurance company settlement offers. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/01/yale-forklift-dealership-celebrates-30-years-and-changes-name-258373.htm Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Yale Lift Trucks of Florida andamp; Georgia rebrands as MacKinnon Equipment andamp; Services. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/01/total-transitdiscount-cab-expands-reach-to-california-258356.htm Sat, 21 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Latest move marks the second out-of-state expansion for Total Transit, having already secured a contract in Salt Lake City, Utah http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/01/transportation-company-acquisition-consultants-ahern-and-associates-to-assist-transcorr-national-logistics-with-expansion-257540.htm Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT TransCorr National Logistics initiates aggressive growth plan; Ahern and Associates to seek acquisition targets. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/01/new-york-auto-accident-lawyer-from-the-perecman-firm-applauds-recordlow-number-of-new-york-city-traffic-deaths-in-2011-256557.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT New York auto accident lawyer David Perecman praises New York City for ending 2011 with the lowest number of traffic fatalities since the city started keeping these records. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/01/revosys-inc-in-boston-massachusetts-is-implementing-taxi-cab-card-payment-processing-and-taxi-cab-security-recording-in-their-intaxi-advertising-cab-tv-interactive-and-restaurant-kiosk-systems-256081.htm Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Revosys Inc. provides Digital Signage Software and Digital Media companies with interactive, innovative mobile solutions for Taxis, Buses. Revosys is a USA manufacturer of In-Taxi Interactive, Taxi Cab TV, Taxi Cab Security and Touchscreen Kiosks. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2012/01/molloy-bros-moving-unveils-new-brand-identity-256005.htm Sun, 08 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Advance Commercial Movers, Molloy Bros. Moving andamp; Storage Agents for Mayflower Transit, and FITCO furniture installation company realigned into integrated full-service moving and relocation company. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/sinead-archbold-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-moving-services-254969.htm Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Sinead Archbold has been named a VIP Member for 2011-2012 http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/aircraft-management-group-inc-announces-new-brochure-254441.htm Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Aircraft Management Group, Inc., who provides excellence in aircraft management, as well as in private aircraft charter through their AMG Jets division, is pleased to reveal a newly designed brochure. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/study-examines-deportation-of-parents-and-family-separation-254315.htm Sun, 25 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT The Applied Research Center's andquot;Shattered Familiesandquot; report reveals that more than 5,000 children are in foster care in the U.S. because their parents were deported. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/airline-faces-more-than-1-million-in-penalties-after-faa-investigation-253950.htm Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed civil penalties of $1,042,500 against Memphis-based Pinnacle Airlines, Inc., for operating aircraft that did not comply with federal regulations. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/in-wake-of-gray-summit-collisions-ntsb-recommends-ban-on-cell-phone-use-while-driving-253400.htm Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT On I-44 in August of 2010, a massive collision involving a tractor, a pickup truck and two school buses heading to Six Flags killed two people and injured 35 others. This massive collision led to the NTSB issuing a series of recommendations. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/try-safety-first-says-simple-bans-are-not-even-close-to-the-right-answer-to-stop-cell-phone-distracted-driving-252835.htm Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Senator Jay Rockefeller gets it! He sees the solution as phone blocking technology that knows the difference between a driver's phone and the passenger's phone. We Don't Make The Smartphone... We Make It Smarter, Safer, Courteous andamp; Compliant -TSF http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/dont-wait-for-last-post-dates-says-parcel2go-as-first-snow-falls-252242.htm Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Online parcel delivery specialist Parcel2Go has warned people not to delay ordering their presents online if they want to ensure goods will be delivered before Christmas. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/new-towing-vessel-inspection-regulations-from-us-coast-guard-topic-of-free-workboatcom-webinar-on-december-21-kevin-gilheany-owner-of-maritime-compliance-international-featured-speaker-252345.htm Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT The historic new U.S. Coast Guard towing vessel inspection rule is the topic of a free WorkBoat.com webinar on December 21. The new rule covers 5,000 vessels belonging to over 1,000 companies and will cost operators millions of dollars annually. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/new-york-bus-and-mta-accident-lawsuits-252431.htm Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT If you or a family member were recently injured as the result of a bus accident, you should be aware that there are strict notice requirements for claims against government and quasi-government agencies. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/bills-piling-up-on-top-of-unpaid-tax-liability-this-holiday-season-jingle-all-the-way-to-the-blue-tax-offices-to-help-you-find-a-resolution-today-252047.htm Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Oh what fun it is to ride with no tax debt today! http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/12/new-yorks-moveover-law-250643.htm Sun, 04 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT New York's 'Move-Over Lawandquot; will be changing in 2012. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/lithium-ion-batterybased-power-supply-without-further-expense-for-federal-control-vehicles-249692.htm Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT BAG, The German Federal Office for Goods and Transport, conducts many control tasks around the country and has been wanting a stable, long-lasting power supply for vehicles staying on the road throughout the day. Now they have it. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/assess-the-latest-export-regulations-in-the-asian-market-249465.htm Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Defence exports Asia-Pacific 1-2 February 2012, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, Singapore . http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/attend-the-largest-bespoke-military-airlift-conference-in-europe-taking-place-in-two-weeks-time-248564.htm Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT SMi's Military Airlift: Rapid Reaction and Tanker Operations, now in its 12th year, is the largest bespoke Military Airlift conference in Europe, fully supported by the EATC and MCCE. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/ahern-and-associates-announces-three-new-trucking-and-logistics-operational-consulting-assignments-248264.htm Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Transportation consultants asked to assist three separate companies in improving operations and position for future growth. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/personal-injury-lawyer-discusses-ramifications-of-new-study-ranking-los-angeles-california-freeways-worst-in-the-us-248098.htm Sun, 20 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Motor vehicle accident attorney Michael P. Ehline, found that the study shows that the area in Los Angeles that is the most congested and most dangerous for drivers on the Harbor Freeway, is in the area near the Dodger Stadium. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/london-paralympics-athletes-and-disabled-visitors-face-humiliation-at-uk-airports-247006.htm Wed, 16 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Will the UK's faded red carpet trip Paralympics athletes and disabled sports fans as they flock to London in 2012? A growing number of cases involving humiliated disabled passengers threatens serious embarrassment for the government. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/a-few-simple-rules-for-buying-your-next-used-car-246529.htm Sun, 13 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Express Auto, the number one (#1) buy-here pay here used car dealer in southwest Michigan, with stores in Battle Creek, Benton Harbor and Kalamazoo, promotes Federal Trade Commission used car buying tips in it's brochures and in-store signage. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/heavy-lift-and-transport-by-sarens-australia-245635.htm Wed, 09 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Energy Digital takes a look at Sarens Australia. As a crane rental company, Sarens purchases cranes from the world's top manufacturers. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/trucking-consultants-ahern-and-associates-aids-bennett-motor-express-llc-a-division-of-bennett-international-in-acquisition-of-best-ways-brokerage-245443.htm Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Ahern and Associates acts within a management consulting capacity to assist Bennett Motor Express in acquisition of Best Ways. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/11/southeastern-engineering-inc-sei-is-selected-to-provide-on-demand-ae-consulting-services-for-the-city-of-norcross-244101.htm Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Southeastern Engineering Inc. (SEI), a woman-owned engineering and consulting firm headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, has been selected to provide on Engineering consulting services to the City of Norcross. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/10/emirates-skycargo-transports-its-heaviest-ever-item-243502.htm Sat, 29 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT Emirates SkyCargo transported a 36-tonne rudder part from Seoul to Dubai; the heaviest single item it has ever carried. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/10/ship-crews-seek-protection-with-engarde-body-armor-in-dangerous-waters-242975.htm Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT Shipping supply companies are getting more requests from customers for EnGarde body armor and helmets to augment crew safety equipment. In response to rising concerns over piracy, ship captains are fitting crews with EnGarde tactical body armor. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/10/leading-uk-and-uav-based-forum-discusses-challenges-in-the-unmanned-aerial-domain-243297.htm Wed, 26 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT SMi Group is delighted to announce their 11th annual Unmanned Aircraft Systems conference, taking place in only 3 weeks time. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/10/xstrata-copper-chooses-oniqua-analytics-solution-for-mro-equipment-maintenance-and-inventory-optimization-across-tintaya-mining-operations-in-southern-peru-242764.htm Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT Xstrata considers continuous improvement of its assets imperative; Tintaya acquired Oniqua Analytics Solution to help fulfill this corporate mandate. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/10/quotimpact-of-us-domestic-tonnage-regulations-on-design-maintenance-and-manningquot-topic-of-free-workboatcom-webinar-on-october-26-241486.htm Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT To help vessel owners, builders and naval architects better understand tonnage regulations, WorkBoat.com presents a free webinar, the andquot;Impact of US Domestic Tonnage Regulations on Design, Maintenance and Manning,andquot; on Wednesday, October 26. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/10/nafa-urges-department-of-energy-to-rule-on-hybrid-compliance-credits-for-covered-fleets-240883.htm Sat, 15 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT Fleet managers are under pressure to plan out their compliance strategies for the acquisition of vehicles, but are largely unable to sufficiently do so without clear direction from the Department of Energy. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/10/airlines-put-profit-over-passenger-safety-in-letter-to-white-house-239075.htm Thu, 06 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT Airlines put profit over passenger safety in letter to White House. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/10/us-based-try-safety-first-turns-to-brazil-to-advance-new-technology-238356.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT With a registered bill on the table, U.S.-based Try Safety First (TSF) is deploying time, talent and resources into Brazil to advance its new mobile phone protocol technology. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/10/international-workboat-show-north-americas-largest-maritime-trade-show-to-bring-record-number-of-exhibitors-and-customers-to-new-orleans-registration-is-now-open-238590.htm Mon, 03 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT A record 1,000 exhibitors and over 10,000 visitors are expected to attend the 32nd International WorkBoat Show, North America's largest commercial marine trade show and conference, in New Orleans from November 30 through December 2. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/09/smart-software-ceo-to-speak-at-national-transit-conference-on-achieving-inventory-optimization-and-costcutting-mandates-charles-smart-to-discuss-metronorth-railroad-at-the-2011-apta-conference-238339.htm Fri, 30 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT Charles Smart to speak about Metro-North Railroad's experiences and andquot;Achieving the materials management mandate: optimize inventories, lower inventory investments, and improve serviceandquot; at the 2011 APTA Conference http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/09/unrefrigerated-food-trucks-highlight-need-for-food-transportation-training-237969.htm Fri, 30 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT The Center For Agriculture andamp; Food Security andamp; Preparedness (CAFSP) is offering DHS-certified food transportation training for food protection officials at no direct cost to public health officials http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/09/phoenix-industries-and-mb-companies-finalize-fabricationsales-agreement-237622.htm Wed, 28 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT Phoenix Industries has announced it has entered into a multi-year fabrication and sales/service agreement with the M-B Companies, Inc. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/09/quotnavigating-the-challenges-of-online-trainingquot-for-maritime-industry-employees-topic-of-free-workboatcom-webinar-on-september-28-236504.htm Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT To assist maritime industry businesses better understand and utilize on-line employee training, WorkBoat.com presents a free webinar, andquot;Navigating the Challenges of Online Trainingandquot; on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Register at www.WorkBoat.com. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/09/what-has-become-of-the-small-personal-injury-case-202173.htm Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT As a Chicago Personal Injury Attorney practicing in this field for more than 35 years, I have handled just about every type and size of case imaginable. Obviously, the most common of all injury cases remains the simple truck or automobile accident. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/09/but-i-thought-i-had-full-insurance-coverage-on-my-car-202808.htm Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT Several years ago the State of Illinois enacted a mandatory insurance law requiring liability coverage for all motorists and vehicles. At first glance the law appears to address the problem of injuries caused to other motorists and pedestrians by uninsured drivers. http://www.governmentprnews.com/government_transportation_articles/2011/09/poor-911-map-data-puts-lives-at-risk-every-day-says-digital-data-technologies-emergency-responders-cant-help-residents-if-they-cant-locate-them-235047.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT Lives are lost every day in highway crashes, house fires and medical emergencies -- but never should they be lost because first responders can't locate those in need of help. Inaccurate 9-1-1 maps cause this to happen more than anyone wants to admit.