Hyperloop projects are now eligible for federal funding in the US
The DOT has issued guidance on a federal regulatory framework.
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Proposed FAA rules loosen restrictions on drone flights at night
Drones would also be allowed to fly overhead and will be further integrated into national airspace.
US DOT tells self-driving shuttle company to stop transporting kids
Looks like Transdev never got explicit approval for 'school buses.'We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
US Department of Transportation updates autonomous car rules
It will now acknowledge that ‘driver’ can refer to automated systems.
US will test expanded drone use in 10 states
California, Nevada and Virginia are among the picks.
NHTSA proposal would override California's tougher emissions rules
It would also freeze fuel economy requirements after 2020.
Renault's self-driving car can avoid obstacles like pro drivers
Professional drivers served as the inspiration for the autonomous system’s design.
US DOT outlines safe transition to self-driving cars
94 percent of serious crashes are due to human error.
NTSB places blame on both driver and tech in fatal Tesla crash
Overreliance on automation and lack of safeguards both played a role, it says.
Self-driving cars to prove their mettle on an Ohio highway
Smart vehicles will talk to infrastructure on a stretch of Route 33.
Caltrain will finally go electric thanks to FTA funding
It took decades to win an upgrade for the Silicon Valley corridor's outdated diesel fleet.
DOT establishes 10 autonomous vehicle proving grounds
The new program will also share learnings between research groups.
US establishes a federal committee on automation
The committee will help shape the autonomous vehicle industry.
You might be warned if your next flight allows WiFi calling
‘NO, IT’S OKAY; I CAN TALK. I’M ON AN AIRPLANE.'
US proposes a phone 'driver mode' to reduce in-car distractions
The NHTSA wants simplified interfaces when you're on the road.
US plans electric car charging networks along highways
You'll have a better shot at driving your EV cross-country.
US mulls speed-limiting devices for buses and big rigs
The caps would theoretically help with big vehicles' safety.
Department of Transportation bans e-cigarettes in checked baggage
But they're still allowed in your carry-on.
Google lays out its autonomous car proposal to the Feds
The new rules would unify the country's hodgepodge of self-driving car laws.
DoT and Alphabet plan to battle gridlock
Google's WiFi-enabled kiosks could make your commute less stressful.
