Government

American Tire Distributors, which sought bankruptcy protection in 2018 after the defection of two major manufacturers, has filed for Chapter 11 again as it considers a sale process to cut debt.

Federal regulators gave a strong push to electric-powered air taxis Oct. 22 by issuing a final rule for operating the aircraft and how pilots will be trained to fly them.

When it comes to cargo theft, thieves can — and do — steal anything.  As more cargo goes missing, insurance premiums for policies to cover the losses start edging higher.

“Tax deadlines should be the last thing that families impacted by these natural disasters are worried about,” Colorado Gov. Jared Polis said.

The goal is for the state to use technology to lower weather-related vehicle crashes in West Virginia by warning drivers with real-time alerts about dangerous roadway conditions.

FHWA issued a $10 million emergency relief grant to Virginia on Oct. 18 to immediately pay for road repairs, especially a key freight corridor, damaged by Hurricane Helene.

EPA lacks legal authority to mandate electric vehicles, according to a court brief filed by a coalition of 24 states and various economic interests seeking federal appellate court review.

Lynden Transport will carry the Capitol Christmas Tree from Alaska to the nation’s capital later this year.

The Biden administration finalized rules for a 25% tax credit for semiconductor manufacturing projects.

Some 200,000 mail carriers have reached a tentative contract deal with the U.S. Postal Service that includes backdated pay raises and a promise to provide air-conditioned trucks.