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technology4 months ago

Waymo to Start Testing Autonomous Vehicles in NYC's Manhattan and Brooklyn

Self-driving cars by Waymo are set to begin testing on NYC streets under strict safety regulations, with a pilot program involving trained safety drivers, but face strong opposition from unions concerned about safety, emergency access, and job losses. The city sees this as a step toward modernizing transportation, while unions warn of risks and potential harm to workers and pedestrians.

transportation1 year ago

"Federal Mandate: Freight Trains Required to Maintain Two-Person Crews for Safety"

The Federal Railroad Administration has finalized a new rule requiring major freight railroads to maintain two-person crews on most routes, a move supported by rail unions for safety and job concerns. The rule comes after a fiery derailment in Ohio in 2023, but the industry argues that crew size should be determined by contract talks, not regulators. The Transportation Secretary and unions emphasize the importance of two-person crews, while the industry challenges the necessity of the regulation.

transportation1 year ago

"New Federal Rule Mandates 2-Person Crews for Freight Railroads"

The Transportation Department’s Federal Railroad Administration has finalized a new rule requiring major freight railroads to maintain two-person crews on most routes, following intense focus on railroad safety after a fiery derailment in Ohio. Rail unions have long opposed one-person crews due to safety and job concerns, and the new rule marks a milestone in their fight to preserve two-person crews. While railroads argue that crew size should be determined by contract talks, the rule aims to ensure trains are safely staffed, with Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasizing the importance of having at least two crew members on board for large freight trains.