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Ministry of Transport | Construction of Ala Moana Boulevard Elevated Pedestrian Walkway Begins May 2
Construction of Ala Moana Boulevard Elevated Pedestrian Walkway Begins May 2 Posted on April 29, 2022 in Highway News, Main, News HONOLULU – The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) is advising the public that construction of the Ala Moana Boulevard Pedestrian Overpass, located between Ward Avenue and Kamakeʻe Street, begins Monday, May 2, 2022. This …
Golden Chain Theater will host a classic car show
OAKHURST — Join a community celebration tomorrow, Saturday, April 30, at Oakhurst Community Park. the Center stage classic car show is back for the second year of high-octane fun times from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees will enjoy music, great food, raffles, prizes, rides and dramatic programming Golden Chain Theater Junior players and the …
Exo One sci-fi adventure game features gravity mechanic
PlayStation gamers might be interested in a new one sci-fi adventure game called ExoOne which will launch on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 this summer. Designed to take full advantage of the haptics of the DualSense controller, the indie game development created by explanatory started five years ago with a relatively simple idea about using …
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Catalytic converter thefts continue around Montgomery
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – Criminals target catalytic converters. The car part contains precious metals that some thieves steal for profit. It’s a growing concern across the county, including Montgomery. “Our service truck, which is a Ford Ranger, was hit, and three other customer vehicles were hit,” said Noah Castleberry, auto service editor. Castleberry works at …
Ernst says AG should drop appeal of ruling that ended public transport mask mandate
Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst is urging the Justice Department to drop its appeal of a ruling that overturned the mask requirement for public transportation. “The decision of Americans to wear masks should be theirs,” Ernst says. “…Americans are tired of masks. They are ready to move on and move on with their lives. Last week, …
20 things to do this weekend in the Valley
PHOENIX, AZ – Festivals, comedy shows, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, new restaurants and Children’s Day – there’s plenty to keep Arizonans busy this weekend! Here’s our roundup of things to do on the weekend. Arizona Women’s ExpoSpecial guests at the event include Savannah Chrisley, Loni Love, Garcelle Beauvais and Caroline Rhea.When: April 30 to May …
Dune Mechanic: Surviving the Steampunk Era is Weapon Freak’s Playground
“Dune Mechanic: Survive the Steampunk Era” is a story of creative ingenuity. You end up crashing in the desert in the middle of the steampunk era. You have very little food and water. You have almost no resources, and unless you can magically spawn a new plane, the only way to return to civilization is …
Hotel guest catches man stealing catalytic converters
DESOTO COUNTY, Mississippi — A DeSoto County man faces robbery charges Tuesday after police say they caught him with stolen catalytic converters. Andrew Brown Andrew Brown was arrested after a witness saw him cutting out a catalytic converter from a car in a hotel parking lot near Highway 64. An employee of Home 2 Suites …
CO2 transport and sequestration under study on the US Gulf Coast | News
The Monday Duo (25and April) said they wanted to provide service to transmitters in the industrial corridors from the greater Houston area to the Beaumont/Port Arthur areas. According to the plans for the project, Enterprise has announced that it will develop the CO2 aggregation and transportation network through the use of new and existing pipelines …
Seal Beach Classic Car Show motors back to Main Street Saturday, April 30 – Orange County Register
Downtown Seal Beach will become a pedestrian plaza on Saturday, April 30, but the focus will remain on the cars – it’s the 34th annual classic car show. If it feels like the show just happened, that’s because it did. Last year’s show was moved to October due to coronavirus health restrictions earlier in 2021. …
Jacob deGrom will modify throwing mechanics to avoid new injuries
Monday is a big day for New York Mets ace Jacob deGrom. He’s undergoing a follow-up MRI to examine the stress reaction in the scapula of his shoulder that kept him from making his season debut and will sideline him for at least most of May. The two-time Cy Young Award winner hasn’t faced an …
This sleek Lexus is the automaker’s first electric car designed for the US market
The first electric Lexus is here, with 225 miles of range and 308 horsepower. The 2023 Lexus RZ 450e is a compact SUV with a clean look and an all-new all-wheel-drive system. (Lexus sells an electric version of its entry-level UX SUV in Europe and China, so it’s the brand’s first electric vehicle aimed at …
Payday Loans: The Best Way to Get Out of Debt
Payday loans –– sometimes called cash advance loans seem to provide a way to get. You can walk into any of the countless payday lending centers across the nation and leave with $300 to pay for the repair. However, over the long run, the loans can result in more serious issues. Individuals who make use of them …
Brokers expect Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KNX) to report EPS of $1.34
Wall Street brokers expect Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KNX – Get Rating) to post earnings per share of $1.34 for the current quarter, according to Zacks Investment Research. Ten analysts have released earnings estimates for Knight-Swift Transportation, with estimates ranging from $1.27 to $1.45. Knight-Swift Transportation reported earnings of $0.98 per share in the same …
Ford Mustang Wins Premier Motor Show Award for Australian National Field Days Site | West Central Daily
news, local news, An Orange classic car owner walked away with a People’s Choice win on Saturday despite not having entered his vehicle at a car show before. Kiel Bugden brought his 1968 Ford Mustang to the Australian National Field Days market day and car show at the Borenore Field Days venue on Saturday and …
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Ask a Mechanic: Tire Changes Can Reveal Brake Problems
Dear Ask a Mechanic, We recently took our 2015 Hyundai Tucson to the garage to have our summer tires replaced. During the process, we were informed that we had to have new brakes for all four wheels. My husband was told that one of the rear calipers had seized up and the front pads were …
Duchesne County businesses miss thousands after series of thefts
DUCHESNE COUNTY, Utah — You can find a bit of everything at GT Entreprises in Duchesne. What Guy Taylor found, however, is what makes him so angry. “They cut the seats right there,” he said, pointing to the inside of his truck. “The battery is gone here too.” Taylor owns this car repair and towing …
International climate report demands ‘systemic’ changes in transport and urban planning – StreetsblogMASS
According to the latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the deadline for drastically reducing climate-warming pollutants is fast approaching, and cities and transportation agencies will both need to transform drastically over the next decade to avoid the worst effects of a hot climate. Earlier this month, the IPCC released the third …
The Sunnyside Auto Show returns to support the High School Class of 2022!
Amazing Car Show returns to the town of Sunnyside to support high school graduates 2022 Sunnyside Auto ShowVita Leonis via Unsplash/SunnysideSchools.org/Canva the Sunnyside High School Car Show Fundraiser returns for 2022! The Sunnyside High School Car Show’s last fundraiser was before the COVID pandemic, so it’s a big deal that it’s coming back. Students, staff …
Helicopter flies over Billings Hospital to support ex-mechanic with ALS
Each year, 5,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease. Dick Aspinwall is one of them. Aspinwall has spent decades helping our military fly safely as a civilian helicopter mechanic at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls. And recently, the base showed their support as he continues to …
The most car-like vehicle in the Star Wars universe is now available in LEGO form
Of course, there are wheeled vehicles in star wars, but everyone can probably agree that Luke Skywalker’s X-34 Landspeeder is the most car-adjacent thing in the original space epic. The actual prop used in the movie been a car, cobbled together from a VW Beetle platform and kit car parts, converted to a single front …
CVTA Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Regional Transportation Projects
West Broad Street (Citizen file photo) The Central Virginia Transportation Authority is seeking public comment on the funding it plans to allocate to 30 transportation projects in Henrico and its other member communities (Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, New Kent and Powhatan counties, as well as the City of Richmond and the Town of Ashland). …
Cyclists rebuke North Texas business after ‘rolling coal’ video
Members of a Facebook group dedicated to cycling in North Texas are calling for a boycott of a vehicle customization company in Van Alstyne after a video posted on the social media platform showed a man spinning his engine as it passed a cyclist to blow waves of exhaust smoke towards a cyclist. Kevin Soucie, …
DVIDS – News – Braking Boundaries: Female Mechanic Navigates to Success
NOVO SELO TRAINING AREA, Bulgaria – Amid the increasingly loud buzz of the car park filled mostly with men, U.S. Army Spc. Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Brandy Benites, assigned to the 2nd Cavalry Regiment, confidently approaches the relatively large M984a4 Extended Mobility Tactical Truck Wrecker, a vehicle she is responsible for operating and maintaining. Benites, a …
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The Truth Behind “The New Car Smell”. What are automakers like Nissan doing?
Have you ever sat in a brand new car with clean seats, crystal clear windows, a boatload of plastic covers and “new car smell?” Have you ever wondered where that smell came from? Driving the news: Studies show that smell can provoke an emotional reaction. Automakers like Nissan have professionals working on new cars to …
Classic Tommy set for Williams Grove
Kyle Larson (57) chases Lance Dewease during last year’s Tommy Hinnershitz Classic at Williams Grove Speedway. (photo by Dennis Bicksler) MECHANICSBURG, Pa. — This Friday’s All Star Circuit of Champions sprint car show at Williams Grove Speedway is set to honor its original winner. He was the first. He had one of the most recognizable …
Behind the Boats: Pilot and Mechanic Vern Gilbert Watched an Industry Get Bigger, Badder – and Much Faster | Local News
The large performance ships arriving in Lake Havasu for Desert Storm this week have little in common with a typical powerboat. At 40+ feet, performance boats are about twice as long as a recreational pontoon, with at least three to four times the power of a typical family outboard. Vern Gilbert, owner of West Coast …
Used car prices fell in March, but demand remains high for affordable, fuel-efficient vehicles
(iSeeCars) – Used car prices rose 30.4% year-on-year as the shortage of electronic chips continues to impact the auto industry, according to the latest analysis from iSeeCars. com on 1.8 million used car sales in March. This is down from a 35.0% increase in February. “After falling for the second month in a row, used …
Montgomery County prepares for 2022 rounds of transportation programs
NORRISTOWN — Municipalities in Montgomery County may soon find financial assistance for needed infrastructure with funding through the county’s transportation program. “In a nutshell, this is a competitive program for our 62 municipalities to improve their own locally owned transportation infrastructure,” said Matt Popek, deputy chief of Montgomery County’s transportation planning section. Popek addressed county …
Check Out This Custom Cadillac Hearse Inspired by “The Munsters”
Thanks to the Barcroft Cars YouTube channel, we can see some very peculiar and ridiculous rides. This particular example is far from a pile of junk, but it definitely falls into the very particular category. It’s not intended for drag racing like a previously covered 1,000 horsepower Buick Hearse, but it has its own unique …
King of Fighters 15 Update 1.20 Patch Notes: Omega Rugal, Boss Mode Challenge & Mechanical Changes
King of Fighters 15 has received update 1.20 which adds a host of new changes including free DLCs and general bug fixes. Here’s everything you need to know about the patch. Released on February 14, KOF15 players were able to play as thirty-nine different characters across more than ten stages. Hot on the heels of …
eBay Motors launches its first “New York Auto Parts Show” to meet the demands of a tight market
While the floor of the New York Auto Show is filled with new models and concept cars, these vehicles are often inaccessible to most people – let alone in everyday cars. So, in a timely twist, eBay Motors showcases the clever ways enthusiasts use parts and accessories to build and maintain their dream cars. Re-Concept …
“About 8,480 kilometers of waterways in Bangladesh could be used for transportation”
Khalid Mahmud Chowdhury, Minister of State for Shipping in the Government of Bangladesh, said about 8,480 kilometers of the Bangladesh Waterway could be used for transporting and distributing goods between Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Bhutan. Speaking at the inaugural session of the Inland Waterways Conclave 2022, a two-day event organized by the Ministry of Ports, …
Brooklyn subway shooting: Manhunt underway for suspect who opened fire on train
The shooter, who fled the scene, was described as a 5ft 5in black man with a heavy build wearing a green construction vest and gray hoodie. Investigators have cellphone video from an eyewitness that shows the suspect, a law enforcement source told CNN. Investigators are also looking for a U-Haul van believed to be linked …
These 8 Bad Car Maintenance Habits Are A Mechanic’s Nightmare
Car maintenance can be a tedious exercise. Finding time to change oil or rotate and align tires isn’t always easy. However, if something potentially terminal is happening with a vehicle, there may be warning signs ahead of time that could be corrected with regular car maintenance. To help prevent minor issues from becoming major ones, …
A mechanic found a treasure trove of artwork in a dumpster in Connecticut. They can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars
Four and a half years ago, a mechanic pulled a treasure trove of unidentified artwork from a Connecticut dumpster, hoping to use it for Halloween decorations. But after some amateur research, he learned that the pieces belonged to a once-prominent New York artist and were possibly worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. It turns out …
Mountain Metro Transit Receives Additional Federal Funding for Transit Improvements | Content reserved for subscribers
Mountain Metropolitan Transit and the City of Colorado Springs received approximately $2 million more in federal transit dollars this fiscal year than the prior year, allowing them to allocate more funds to operate or improve public transport in the region. Together, the transit agency and the city received about $10.6 million in federal funding this …
70s bands and bingo bring good vibes
Get in the mood with bands and bingo celebrating the 70s. Get out your bell bottoms, pet stones and mood rings and celebrate the 70s at these groovy Long Island events. 70s bingo and disco music Thursday April 14 at 7 p.m. American Beauty Bar & Grill 2562 Sunrise …
Mechanic’s family pay tribute after crash that also killed police officer
The family of a mechanic killed in a terrible accident at Victoria paid homage to him. Josh Moore, 23, was killed in a head-on collision at Red Cliffs near Mildura, northwest of Melbourne, on Friday night. Loved ones embrace as they mourn the death of Josh Moore. (Nine) A second highway patrol officer, leading Senior …
Rossi ready to step up a gear at Long Beach
This weekend marks three years since Alexander Rossi last won the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and a strong weekend ahead of Sunday’s Acura Grand Prix at Long Beach (3 p.m. ET, live on NBC and INDYCAR Radio Network) gives Rossi hope his winless streak is coming to an end. Rossi qualified fifth in his #27 NAPA …
Arkansas Department of Transportation’s new trucks cost $1.1 million and emit fewer pollutants
State environmental officials say seven new heavy-duty trucks purchased by the Arkansas Department of Transportation under a special program will emit 17.3 tons less smog-forming pollutant than vehicles that they replace. The $1.1 million the cleaner-burning trucks will cost will come from the $14.7 million that was awarded to the state following two partial consent …
Warzone’s hated ‘melee slot’ mechanic doesn’t exist, claim JGOD and TrueGameData
Killing your enemies as quickly as possible is key to winning shootouts in Call of Duty: Warzone, so here are the weapons with the lowest TTK after the Warzone Pacific Season 2 Reloaded update. With Warzone now having over 150 weapons to choose from, you need to choose your loadout wisely. There are several factors …
Spring Auto Show at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Fans can browse cars for sale, search for hard-to-find auto parts and unique memorabilia. CONCORD, NC – The biggest car show of the year is happening all weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway. “Great collection of beautiful classic muscle cars, custom, hot rods, whatever you can find,” said Jonathan Coleman, Charlotte Motor Speedway’s senior communications manager. …
Comments correspond to transport data from Plan
Newport’s ongoing transportation masterplan hopes to bring a quaint, village-like town, with many of its most popular thoroughfares being the narrowest, into the 21st century. “I’m sure the report and findings won’t surprise anyone, but the Existing Conditions Report now captures much of what has people’s frustrations, connects it to hard data, and gives us …
FestiVille music festival returns with benefit concert for Ukraine; here are 5 other local performances for the benefit of Ukrainians | Entertainment
For the first time since 2019, Millersville University will bring back its massive music festival that brought Joan Jett and Young the Giant to Lancaster County. This time it’s for a good cause. Barry Atticks, an associate professor of music business technology, had just six weeks to bring people together for FestiVille, a music festival …
Ukrainian War: Mariupol’s Savior – How a Fearless Mechanic Saved 180 People in a Besieged City | world news
It started with a Russian artillery shell knocking the house down on them. “We were buried under the rubble in the basement. My son, my wife, my mother,” Aleksey told Sky News. “I used a crowbar to break through a brick wall. It was a miracle we got out.” Aleksey and his family were hiding …
US expands sanctions on Russia as questions about effectiveness rise
The White House on Wednesday announced a new round of sanctions targeting two of Russia’s biggest banks and the adult children of Russian President Vladimir Putin, as the Biden administration seeks to amplify financial pressure on the Kremlin following the invasion of the ‘Ukraine. The sanctions against Sberbank and Alfa Bank are accompanied by a …
City of Winter Haven is testing self-driving shuttles
The P-1 shuttle is said to have no steering wheel, no pedals and no human driver. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – Could autonomous vehicles be coming to the city of Winter Haven? While nothing is set in stone yet, the idea is at least being tested in “Florida’s coolest little town.” COAST Autonomous collaborated with the …
Mother Road Meet on May 6 and 7
April 5, 2022Updated: April 5, 2022 12:41 p.m. John Troxel’s “Brutus” Mustangs are among the vehicles on display at the Mother Road Rendezvous at World Wide Technology Raceway on May 6-7. Global Technology Circuit MADISON – World Wide Technology Raceway will host the annual Mother Road Rendezvous nostalgia event on May 6-7. On May 7, …
‘Kirby and the Forgotten Land’ Review: ‘Kirby’ Series Discovers a New World | Arts
For the 30th anniversary of the “Kirby” franchise’s debut in 1992, series developer HAL Laboratory released “Kirby and the Forgotten Land”: the series’ first fully 3D mainline entry. Kirby could hardly ask for a better birthday present. “Forgotten Land” effortlessly takes Kirby into the third dimension and pushes the scope of the series’ traditional ideas, …
Mustang and Camaro production suspended due to parts shortages
The Mustang and the Camaro are the two biggest names in the muscle car world, and production of both vehicles is now temporarily on hold due to parts supply issues. Both Ford and General Motors said they would idle factories that make the Mustang and Camaro for a week, over issues with the parts supply …
Zeem Launches First Transportation Depot as a Commercial Electric Vehicle Service
Fleet electrification provider Zeem Solutions has opened its first commercial electric vehicle transportation depot as a service in Inglewood, California near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The depot, a hub for zero-emission vehicle services, is the largest commercial electric vehicle charging facility in the United States that supports medium and heavy-duty electric vehicle fleets. The …
Beijing Motor Show 2022 postponed due to Covid-19
JThe Beijing Motor Show has again been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, marking the second time in as many attempts the event has been affected. In February 2020, the Beijing Motor Show (Auto China 2020) was canceled due to the first wave of Covid which swept the country and later the world, and the …
Toyota retains coveted crown from GM and Ford
What if the big winner from the difficulties the auto industry is currently going through was Toyota (MT) – Get the Toyota Motor Corp report.? The Japanese automaker seems to be off the radar. This position seems to suit the company. It’s as if the manufacturer of Corolla and Camry sedans likes the spotlight to …
Madison transmission companies try to weather energy market swings during war, COVID | Economic news
Emilie Heidemann | Wisconsin State Journal Gas prices have always factored into the cost estimates a Madison-based moving company gives customers before employees help move boxes and furniture to a new home. But before 2020, gas prices were only a fleeting consideration for Busy B’s Moving, said office manager Andrea Cation. Now Busy B’s with …
Sandcastle Water Park Undergoes a Makeover | News, Sports, Jobs
NEW ADDED – This is a rendering of the Bombs Away attraction which will open this season at Sandcastle Water Park. WEST HOMESTEAD, PA – Better, brighter and cooler than ever. Sandcastle Waterpark reveals a major multi-million dollar upgrade plan along with a range of exciting events, a new waterslide and …
This Maine Flea Market in Mechanic Falls Has It All
I was driving camp with my dad one day towards Hebron when he stopped in a dirt parking lot next to an old warehouse and barn. As a digger, he always took my brother and I to weird, random places to pick up coins or whatever, so I didn’t question that. He jumped out of …
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Cash-strapped Venezuela relies on scrap metal exports to raise hard currency
GUANTA/CARACAS, April 1 (Reuters) – Hundreds of trucks line up outside the eastern Venezuelan port city of Guanta every day to unload tons of scrap metal, as part of the government’s bid to transform waste into a source of foreign currency. The collection and sale of scrap metal has exploded due to the financial needs …