PA Turnpike wraps up 2025 construction season
Construction crews capped the 2025 season that reinvested more than $737 million into maintenance and modernization projects that improve mobility, safety and access on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. According to the agency, projects included resurfacing 24.3 miles of roadway, opening the new Sideling Hill Trailhead, beginning demolition work for 20 legacy toll plazas east of Reading and along the Northeast Extension as part of the transition to open road tolling, constructing 18 ORT facilities from the Reading Interchange to the Ohio line and producing the first digital delivery access gate.
Waymo self-driving cabs begin testing in Pittsburgh
Forget taxis, Ubers and jitneys — Pittsburghers could soon hail a car without a human at the wheel. Waymo, the autonomous ride hailing company, announced on Tuesday that they’re rolling into Downtown Pittsburgh.
Trump returns to gasoline as fuel of choice for cars
The president said he would weaken Biden-era mileage standards, which were designed to increase electric-vehicle sales, calling them a “scam.”
Pennsylvania officials focus on resources for older drivers
Pennsylvania state officials are highlighting resources available for older drivers to balance their need for independence with roadway safety. Officials say more than 26% of Pennsylvania’s 9 million licensed drivers are over the age of 65, stressing the importance of safety for everyone.
New 7-year agreement anchors return of cruising to Philly
A 15.5-acre site recently acquired along the Delaware River will become the location of a Norwegian Cruise Line terminal, as the Port of Philadelphia moves forward with a seven-year deal that will bring cruises back to the city as a home port, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The agreement with the Miami-based operator calls for at least 41 ship visits to be based at the new terminal each year, beginning April 16. Norwegian Cruise Line will retain exclusive use of the terminal through 2033.