A Guide to Recent Automotive Industry Fines and Recalls
A decade of missed opportunities has led to increased enforcement and calls for change.
Getting Defective Vehicles Off the Road
In this three-part series, Eric Schlabs examines recent vehicle recalls and what they reveal about federal oversight of automobile safety.
Commercial Drones in the Skies by 2017
The FAA proposes rule permitting restricted use of commercial unmanned aircraft systems.
Audit Says FEMA Still Not Ready to Deliver Supplies During Emergencies
FEMA’s supply chain system might not aid disaster victims effectively, report says.
Promoting Safer Streets
Department of Transportation steps up effort to enhance pedestrian and bicyclist safety.
New Federal Guidance Issued on Public-Private Toll Roads
Federal highway authority calls for balancing public policy objectives with private investment.
Drug and Alcohol Tests for Professional Drivers
Agency proposes database of drug and alcohol tests for commercial drivers.
Penn Seminar Explores New Responses to Flood Risks
Experts ask if super-storms require new approaches to risk regulation, insurance, and disaster management.
FAA Proposes Aircraft Retrofit Requirement
Some cockpit displays may fail because of Wi-Fi interference.
States Incorporate Changing Federal Regulation for Car Seats
New dataset explores relationship between state and federal child restraint laws.
TSA Seeks Comments on Whole Body Imaging at Airports
TSA will install new privacy technology on screening machines in coming weeks.
Despite Recent Safety Record, FAA May Lack Key Data
Recent GAO report details ways to improve aviation safety data collection.