Dollars for Driving: The Congestion Pricing Dilemma

The freedom of the open road would become a little less free if congestion pricing became widespread in America. The strategy aims to reduce traffic congestion by charging variable fees for driving at certain times in certain areas. Planners and policymakers see the potential revenue to offset declining gas tax receipts as vehicles become more fuel efficient.

NHTSA Investigating Honda Insight, Passport Over Automatic Emergency Braking System Activation Complaints

Complainants have raised concerns about the AEB system engaging without any apparent obstruction in the vehicle’s path, leading to sudden and rapid vehicle deceleration. Such unintended activations pose an increased risk of collisions, potentially resulting in injuries and property damage. The estimated number of affected vehicles stands at 2,50,714 units.

NTSB Investigates Fatal Crash Involving Ford Electric Vehicle with Automated Driving System

The incident took place on February 24 on Interstate 10, where a Ford Mustang Mach-E SUV equipped with the company’s automated system collided with the rear of a Honda CR-V that was stopped in one of the lanes. The NTSB is particularly interested in this case due to its focus on advanced driver assistance systems and how vehicle operators interact with these technologies.

American drivers can’t catch a break on car insurance rates

The cost of owning and operating a car has skyrocketed in the aftermath of the pandemic. And just as one element of car ownership has gotten more affordable, another is now wrecking the budget. The latest pinch for drivers is the cost of auto insurance, which is up 20.6% year over year as of February — the biggest jump in the cost of car insurance in government data going back to 1985.

Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office ends red-light camera program

The Red-Light Camera Program started in 2011 and cost the sheriff’s office $898,000 a year for all cameras at 23 locations throughout the city and county. The sheriff’s office said it stopped making sense financially.