A final vote on comprehensive energy legislation (H.R. 6) is expected the morning of June 28. The massive bill includes provisions that would increase domestic energy production, reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil, promote development of new technology and alternative energy sources, and improve the country's electric grid. Read More »
Highway Conferees Agree on Transportation Spending
MEMA has learned that House and Senate lawmakers reached a deal June 23 to authorize $286.5 billion for highway, public transportation and traffic safety programs through fiscal 2009. Read More »
Highway Bill Contains Primary Seatbelt Provision That Would Help Save Lives
The Senate-approved version of the surface transportation reauthorization bill (H.R. 3) currently in conference committee, contains a provision that would classify failure to wear a seatbelt while driving an automobile as a primary violation of the law. Read More »
Analysis of Speeding-Related Fatal Crashes
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GM Financial Woes
Well I wouldn't want to be an GM executive at this week's shareholder meeting in Wilmington, Delaware. Read More »
Honda Begins Export of Chinese-Made Cars to Europe
Honda's new plant in Guangzhou begins exporting the "Fit" compact car to Europe this month. The "Fit" as a tiny 4-door, hatchback sedan perfect for urban lifestyles and tiny streets. Read More »
High Gas Prices Affect Consumer Spending
Gasoline prices in the United States may shatter old records this summer given record futures prices on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX). Read More »
U.S. Trade in Automotive Parts Deficit Gains Momentum
By the end of this year, the record-breaking U.S. trade deficit in automotive parts is expected to have grown 180% since the most recent upturn in 2001. Read More »
Shanghai GM Completes New Plant Doubles Annual Capacity to Accommodate Sales Growth
Shanghai General Motors (Shanghai GM) announced today the completion of its new $249 million plant. Read More »
Chrysler “Inspired Drives” Puts the Pedal to the Metal for Nationwide Tour
Chrysler brand embarks on eight-city tour with three driving courses to put consumers in the driver's seat. Golf swing analysis, cigar lounge and food tasting demonstrations offer individuals a taste of the finer things in life Read More »
