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Associated Press
03-07-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Miovision Applauds U.S. Department of Transportation's Call to Prioritize Road Safety
ST. PAUL, Minn., July 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Miovision, a global leader in intelligent transportation systems and mobility safety solutions, today voiced its strong support for the U.S. Department of Transportation's new SAFE ROADS initiative to improve roadway safety and reduce traffic fatalities. In a statement issued by U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, the Department called on governors across the country to prioritize evidence-based safety interventions to reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries. 'Far too many Americans die each year to traffic fatalities to take our eye off the ball. USDOT stands ready to help communities across the country make their roads safer and easier to navigate,' Secretary Duffy emphasized, urging state leaders to move swiftly on proven solutions that save lives. Miovision applauds this bold, clear-eyed focus on safety. The company's mission is closely aligned with the USDOT's vision: to enable data-driven transportation planning that proactively identifies risk and reduces the likelihood of crashes - before they happen. 'We fully support Secretary Duffy's call to action,' said Kurtis McBride, CEO and Co-founder of Miovision. 'At a time when traffic fatalities are on the rise, the need for actionable insights andleadership is more urgent than ever. Our technology is built to help cities and states proactively diagnose risk and implement effective, measurable improvements. Road safety is a shared responsibility and it must be rooted in real world data that is constantly changing at intersections.' Miovision's near-miss video analytics and AI-powered safety studies are already in use by over 7000 communities worldwide in both urban and rural settings to proactively assess intersections and corridors – to help protect all road-users. By identifying risks that after-the-fact crash data can miss, Miovision empowers local and state agencies to act faster and more proactively. With over 23 million hours of traffic video analyzed and deployments in 68 countries, Miovision is proud to support efforts that will save lives and prevent avoidable turmoil for families across the nation. The company remains committed to helping transportation leaders across the U.S. leverage intelligent mobility tools to meet safety goals outlined in the SAFE ROADS initiative. We urge the Administration to adopt a bold but achievable national goal: modernize every intersection in America by 2035. Doing so will save billions of dollars, improve our transportation system, and most importantly – SAVE LIVES. As Congress begins work on the next surface transportation reauthorization, we look forward to partnering with leaders on both sides of the aisle, and both sides of the Capitol, to make this vision a reality. About Miovision Miovision enables cities to reduce traffic congestion and vehicle emissions, while improving public safety through scalable intelligent transportation solutions. Our permanent and portable systems have detected more than 77 billion vehicles and 3 billion pedestrians and cyclists, providing accurate, actionable traffic data and insights that help make transportation safer and more efficient for all. Started in 2005, Miovision serves over 7,000 customers in 68 countries worldwide. For more information, visit Media Contact: [email protected] +1 (800) 488‑8618
The Drive
02-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Drive
Feds Resolve to Squash Semi-Truck Speed Limiter Proposal
The latest car news, reviews, and features. For a second, it looked like the feds might mandate speed limiters on semi-trucks. Two government entities—the United States Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration—jointly issued a proposal demanding as much in 2022. Over time, it's taken on several different forms with different defined speed limits, and it's caused a lot of ruckus amongst the truck driving community. That noise is now being heard as U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that the DOT is removing the proposed rule—interestingly, in the name of safety. A press release from the USDOT explains that 'one-size-fits-all mandates' can actually be more dangerous than semis driving at higher speeds. For instance, they argue that if a tractor-trailer is forced to driver slower than the flow of traffic, it can be hazardous for all drivers involved. 'Truckers keep America running,' Duffy said. 'While the country sleeps, truckers grind through the night to help keep shelves stocked, families fed, and businesses humming. It's a job that requires grit and dedication. But for too long Washington, DC has made work harder for truckers. That ends today.' The news comes as part of a larger announcement that the DOT and FMCSA are backing truckers in response to President Trump's Executive Order, signed in April. The federal government is investing $275 million in semi parking infrastructure, affirming the issue as a national priority. New initiatives are also being put in place to modernize driver resources and data systems, accommodate different hours-of-service splits for more flexible driving shifts, and strike 'burdensome' regulations that the DOT claims resulted in nearly 25,000 unnecessary violations last year alone. Getty Images As for the walkback on federally mandated semi-truck speed limiters, the DOT says it 'respects the professionalism of drivers and acknowledges the proposed rulemaking lacked a sufficiently clear and compelling safety justification.' It should be noted that this does not negate the commercial vehicle speed limits already put in place by individual states. Some, including Michigan and Indiana, cap semi-trucks at 65 mph on rural interstates, while others are far tighter on their regulations. California requires that commercial drivers adhere to a strict 55 mph speed limit, even on freeways where passenger cars can travel 70 mph. While drivers are sure to rejoice at the idea of delivering more freight in a faster fashion, operating a semi-truck at higher speeds isn't always the economical choice. Quick math shows that big rig fuel economy can drop 27% when traveling 75 mph versus 65 mph, which is no joke. In that case, a large chunk of whatever extra cash a company might make by delivering more loads in a shorter time goes right out the exhaust pipe. One way or another, this reversal from the feds ensures the decision stays in the trucker's hands—for better and for worse. Got a tip or question for the author? Contact them directly: caleb@
Washington Post
11-05-2025
- Washington Post
Transportation secretary calls Newark safe as outage hits airport again
Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy said it is still safe to fly from Newark Liberty International Airport, but flights to the beleaguered facility need to be scaled back after air traffic control systems suffered several outages, including the latest Sunday.
