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Planned I-40 Reopening Delayed Due to Fresh Damage

Another section of asphalt broke off from an eastbound lane of Interstate 40 in the Pigeon River Gorge this week, further postponing the highway’s reopening, according to a recent announcement by the North Carolina Department of Transportation. NCDOT stated that its teams and contractors had originally aimed to reopen the interstate during the first week […]

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Cargo Security Risks Surge During Christmas and New Year Holidays

The upcoming holiday weeks pose a heightened risk for cargo theft, warns a supply chain risk management company. As the holiday season approaches, shippers across the U.S. should prepare for the challenges associated with reduced operating hours over extended holiday weekends and the impact this may have on their shipments. Austin, Texas-based Overhaul emphasizes the

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Extreme Blowover Risk: WYDOT Warns of Road Closures Ahead

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) has issued a warning to commercial truck drivers about severe high winds in central Wyoming starting Wednesday. According to WYDOT’s Facebook post, a major High Wind Event coupled with an Extreme Blow-Over Risk will affect large parts of Wyoming from Wednesday into Thursday. Some areas may also experience slick

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Fuel Market Update: Diesel Price Jumps 3.6¢, Reaches $3.494 This Week

U.S. diesel prices experienced a slight uptick, rising by 3.6 cents to an average of $3.494 per gallon, based on data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) released on Dec. 16. This marks the third increase since Nov. 18, with the exception of last week’s 8.2-cent decrease. The EIA’s weekly survey showed price increases

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Near-Record 107 Million Set to Travel for Christmas and New Year

If you’re planning to hit the road this holiday season, be prepared for heavy traffic as around 107 million people are expected to travel to their holiday destinations by car. According to AAA, a total of 119.3 million individuals will journey at least 50 miles from home during the year-end holiday period, which runs from

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Stormy Weather Continues: I-80 in the Sierras Faces More Challenges

Rain is predicted to return to northern California on Monday following a weekend of disruptions and delays on Interstate 80. On Saturday, December 14th, both Interstate 80 and Highway 50 in the Sierra Nevada experienced periodic closures due to vehicles losing control in snowy conditions. By Sunday, the region faced fog and frost, but chain

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Michigan Roads to Stay Icy Until Weekend: 86 Crashes in 24 Hours

Road conditions across Metro Detroit are unlikely to improve until the weekend, according to weather forecasts. Overnight snowfall caused 86 traffic accidents in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties between Wednesday and Thursday, December 12, as reported by WWJ News. Hazardous conditions, including snow squalls, black ice, and whiteouts, are expected to persist until temperatures rise

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Pennsylvania Police Warn: Christmas Lights on Vehicles Are Illegal

A police department in Pennsylvania is reminding motorists that while decorating vehicles with Christmas lights might be festive, it is not allowed by law. On December 5, the York County Regional Police Department released an official statement addressing the use of Christmas lights on vehicles. There has been a recent trend across the country of

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Industry Leaders Press for Continued Port Union Negotiations

Around 270 business groups, including more than a dozen from the trucking industry, have urged the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMAL) to resume contract negotiations. They aim to prevent another strike at the 36 ports along the East and Gulf coasts. The two parties were scheduled to meet four

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