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Share and Be Aware

While today’s truck drivers are highly trained, it’s important for other motorists, cyclists and pedestrians to be respectful of some of the challenges they face; most notably, visibility.

(PORTLAND, OR) - As more bicyclists hit the road in celebration of National Bike to Work Day on May 18, Oregon Trucking Associations (OTA) wants to encourage everyone to share and be aware not just today but every day.

Whether traveling on foot, on two, four or more wheels or by mass transit, it’s vital to understand your fellow travelers.

Remembering Auto Legend Carrol Shelby

R.I.P. Carroll Hall Shelby: 1923-2012

(LOS ANGELES) - The automotive world lost a huge name this week with the passage of auto legend Carol Hall Shelby.

His name will permanently be associated with high performance and innovation.

Agreement Reached on US 20 Eddyville-Pioneer Mountain Road Construction Project

Construction on Hwy 20, a popular route to the Oregon coast, will restart this summer.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Terms of the agreement include that YRC will pay ODOT $15 million dollars, both parties will waive claims against each other, and the Notice of Default ODOT issued to YRC in March of this year will be rescinded.

YRC will no longer have the contractual obligation to complete the project and will demobilize from the project site in an orderly manner.

The Journey To Newcastle

F. Scott Fitzgerald: Ernest,the rich are much different from us.
Ernest Hemingway: Yes, I know. They have more money...

(SASKATCHEWAN) - The summer of 1938 was an incredible journey, perhaps the first of the many discoveries that were to follow. But then, I was 10 years old and waiting only to see and understand.

My vision then may have been clearer than I thought it would be later, until I reached the faltering clarity that comes with age.

Hanford May Be High-Level Nuclear Waste Storage Site

Heart of America Northwest, says a US Senate bill moved today could lead to trucks of radioactive waste on NW roads.

(SEATTLE) - US Senate proposes High-Level Nuclear Waste go to Hanford if a new governor does not respond in strong opposition.

Opponents say trucking High-Level Nuclear Waste to Hanford or any other short term storage site will unnecessarily cause hundreds of fatal cancers along the truck routes.

Who`s Policing the Police?

The video camera can be the best friend of the citizen dealing with cops who practice illegal behavior.

(OKLAHOMA CITY) - It was New Year’s Day around 2:00 a.m. when Antonio Buehler, the designated driver, and his friend had stopped for gas on their way home. It happened in Austin, Texas.

They were going about their business when they noticed a young lady, lightly dressed and in high heels being made to walk a line during a field sobriety test.

AMA Urges Support of Bill Requiring EPA to seek Independent Scientific Analysis on the Effects of 15 Percent Ethanol

News from the American Motorcycle Association.

(WASHINGTON DC) - The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) sent a letter to U.S. House Speaker John Boehner urging the House to consider H.R. 3199.

This bill would require the EPA to seek independent scientific analysis on the effects of E15 gasoline as soon as possible.

East Bound Lanes of Hwy 22W Near Rosemont Exit in Salem Closed Due to Vehicle-Pedestrian Collision

The eastbound lanes of Hwy 22W were re-opened at 11:15 p.m.

(SALEM) - At 8;41 P.M., officers of the Salem Police Department responded to Hwy 22W near the Rosemont Exit on a report of a male running in traffic attempting to get struck by passing motorists.

Lieutenant Keith A. Blair with the Salem Police Department's Patrol Division, says additional reports indicated that citizens were attempting to subdue the male to prevent him from continuing his actions.

Study Shows Marijuana Users Are Safer Drivers Than Non-Marijuana Users

The new study was released by a leading US auto insurance quote provider.

(New York (PRWEB)) - In a recent study, a national quote provider for online car insurance quotes cites a strong correlation between traffic-related accidents and marijuana use.

The study, which looks at statistics regarding accidents, traffic violations, and insurance prices, seeks to dispel the thought that “driving while stoned” is dangerous.

`Bovver-boy` Hague loves putting the boot into Iran

...but when will he give Israel the kicking it deserves?

(LONDON) - UK Foreign Secretary William Hague has worked himself into a lather over Iran's blocking of a Foreign Office website.

He says: “I condemn this action by the Iranian Government. ‘UK for Iranians’ was launched to reach out to Iranians, explaining, discussing and engaging with them on UK policy.