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    Driving an EV in UK now nine times cheaper than petrol●Analysis: EVs are now nine times cheaper than petrol or diesel to drive in UKYhnLifeAutos661 h ago

    An analysis by Carbon Brief finds that running an electric vehicle in the UK now costs roughly nine times less per mile than driving a petrol or diesel car. The gap is driven by lower electricity costs compared with fuel, and the finding is drawing attention amid ongoing debate about the cost of living and the switch to electric transport.

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    Italy's road haulage sector is in the spotlight as FAI, the transport industry association, is holding back on planned stoppage action, insisting that clear rules must come first before drivers take to the streets. The dispute reportedly centres on enforcement and fines affecting freight operators. Transport news outlets are covering the standoff as tension builds between hauliers and authorities over working conditions and regulation.

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    A lorry transporting several tonnes of gravel overturned on the A84 motorway in France, according to local outlet Actu.fr. The incident blocked the carriageway and prompted a response from emergency services. The motorway is a major route through Normandy and Brittany, so drivers are being advised of potential disruption while the wreckage and spilled gravel are cleared.

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    Diesel prices in the United Kingdom have reached record highs, according to motoring organisation RAC. The development, reported by Börsvärlden, adds to concern among British drivers and businesses already squeezed by high fuel costs. Rising diesel prices feed directly into transport and delivery costs, affecting everything from haulage firms to household budgets.

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    First Student bus drivers at Princeton City Schools set to strike▼First Student bus drivers at Princeton City Schools set to go on strike as contract talks stall✉newsBusinessLabor12 min ago

    Bus drivers employed by First Student who serve Princeton City Schools in Ohio are set to go on strike after contract negotiations stalled. The walkout could disrupt transportation for students in the district, and talks between the company and the drivers' union have so far failed to produce an agreement.

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    Local school bus drivers to strike, disrupting student transportation▼Local school bus drivers to strike, disrupting transportation for thousands of students✉newsBusinessLabor12 min ago

    School bus drivers have announced they will go on strike, a move expected to leave thousands of students without transportation to and from school. Families and districts are likely scrambling to arrange alternatives such as carpooling or changed schedules. The walkout points to ongoing disputes over pay, working conditions or contract terms between drivers and their employer.

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    Study finds BC e-bike rebates boosted travel, health and savings●"A new study of British Columbia’s e-bike rebate program found that the benefits went far beyond getting people out of cMmastodonEnvironmentClimate115 h ago

    A new study of British Columbia's e-bike rebate program found the benefits went beyond getting drivers out of their cars. After about a year, rebate recipients were traveling more, spending less on transportation and getting more physical activity, with some of the largest gains reported among groups the program hoped to reach. The findings are being shared as evidence that e-bike subsidies can deliver broader public health and affordability benefits alongside emissions cuts.

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    Princeton City Schools bus drivers set to strike▼Princeton City Schools bus drivers set to strike after contract talks stall✉newsBusinessLabor1 h ago

    Bus drivers for Princeton City Schools in the Cincinnati area are preparing to go on strike after contract negotiations with the district broke down. The union and the school district have failed to reach an agreement, raising concerns about transportation disruptions for students if the strike moves ahead as planned.

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    Newsom Signs SB 1250 on Road Safety and Wildlife Protection▼Governor Newsom Signs Senator Cortese’s SB 1250 to Improve Road Safety and Protect Wildlife✉newsEnvironmentWildlife2 h ago

    California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 1250, a bill authored by State Senator Dave Cortese aimed at improving road safety while protecting wildlife. The measure, highlighted by Senator Cortese's office, links transportation infrastructure improvements with measures to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions. Details of the bill's specific provisions and implementation timeline have not yet been widely reported.

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    Princeton Schools bus drivers to strike Thursday●Bus drivers at Princeton Schools plan to go on strike Thursday✉newsBusinessLabor12 min ago

    Bus drivers serving Princeton Schools plan to walk off the job on Thursday, a move that threatens transportation for thousands of students in the district. The action follows an ongoing labor dispute, and families are bracing for disruption to school commutes while district officials and union representatives face pressure to resolve the standoff before the strike begins.

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    Princeton bus drivers set to strike, 5,000 students affected▼Bus drivers for Princeton set to strike; 5,000 students affected✉newsBusinessLabor12 min ago

    Bus drivers serving Princeton schools are set to go on strike, a move that could leave roughly 5,000 students without transportation. The labor action threatens daily commutes for families across the district, and officials and the drivers' union are under pressure to reach an agreement before service stops. Parents are watching for updates on backup transportation plans.

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    Nutrition, dry eye and driving top National Eye Health Week agenda▼In Focus: Nutrition, dry eye and driving on NEHW agenda✉newsHealthNutrition3 h ago

    TruckNet UK is highlighting National Eye Health Week with a focus on three issues affecting lorry drivers: nutrition, dry eye and driving safety. The campaign ties professional drivers' long hours behind the wheel to eye health risks, encouraging operators and drivers to pay attention to diet, hydration and regular eye checks as part of staying safe on the road.

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    Princeton City Schools bus drivers plan strike over low wages●Bus drivers for Princeton City Schools plan to go on strike over low wages✉newsBusinessLabor2 h ago

    Bus drivers for Princeton City Schools in Ohio say they will go on strike over low wages, threatening transportation for students in the district. The action centers on pay disputes between drivers and the school district. Parents and local residents are watching closely, since a walkout could disrupt school runs and force families to find alternative transportation at short notice.

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    Weekend highway work to slow Sea-Tac Airport travel▼WSDOT: Weekend highway construction will impact travel to Sea-Tac Airport✉newsLifeTravel10 h ago

    The Washington State Department of Transportation says weekend highway construction will affect trips to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Drivers heading to the airport are being warned to allow extra time as lane closures and work zones cause delays on key routes. Travelers with flights this weekend are advised to plan ahead and consider alternate timing or routes.

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    Ukraine has developed amphibious ground robots capable of delivering supplies to frontline troops across water obstacles. The unmanned vehicles can ferry ammunition, food and other cargo to soldiers in contested areas where conventional transport is too dangerous, reducing exposure of human drivers to drone and artillery fire as the war grinds on.

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    Princeton City Schools bus drivers set to strike●Princeton City Schools bus drivers set to strike; 5,000 students affected✉newsBusinessLabor8 h ago

    Bus drivers in Princeton City Schools, a district in the Cincinnati, Ohio area, are set to go on strike, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. The work action could leave roughly 5,000 students without transportation to school. Families are facing uncertainty over how children will get to classes if the strike goes ahead, and attention is on negotiations between the drivers and the district over the dispute.

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    Athens Launches New Electric Vehicle Charging Network●Athens Launches New Network for Electric Vehicle Charging✉newsLifeAutos11 h ago

    Athens has launched a new network for electric vehicle charging, expanding the city's charging infrastructure for drivers. The announcement, reported by Greek outlet Kathimerini's English edition, signals continued investment in electric mobility in the Greek capital. Details on the number of stations, operators and rollout timetable have not yet been widely reported, but the move is being noted as part of Greece's broader push toward electrified transport.

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    Maryland lawmakers consider new EV taxes for transport funding▼Lawmakers eye new EV taxes to fund Maryland bridges, roads, highways✉newsLifeAutos17 h ago

    Maryland lawmakers are weighing new taxes on electric vehicles to help fund the state's bridges, roads and highways. The proposal reflects a broader funding challenge: as more drivers switch to EVs, states collect less in traditional gasoline taxes that finance transportation projects.

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    Kentucky Fast-Tracks Commercial Driver's Licenses for Veterans●Kentucky Governor Removes Employment Barrier for Veterans and Active-Duty Military; Fast-Tracks Commercial Driver’s Licenses✉newsWorldDefense19 h ago

    Kentucky's governor has moved to remove an employment barrier for veterans and active-duty military personnel by fast-tracking commercial driver's licenses. The change is aimed at helping service members transition into civilian trucking and transportation jobs more quickly, cutting waiting periods for license processing. It signals the state's effort to support military families entering the workforce.