http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/row/R43071.pdf
Describes the Chinese motor vehicle industry which, in 2009, became the larger producer of motor vehicles in the world. Also describes the trade disputes between China and the U.S. relating to market access for vehicles and parts. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists
http://www.virginiadot.org/projects/syp-default.asp
Working draft of the planned improvements to highways and transportation systems in Virginia for the period 2014-2019. From the Virginia Department of Transportation
http://www.ntsb.gov/doclib/reports/2013/SR1301.pdf
Offers recommendations for alleviating the problem of substance-impaired driving, including reducing the blood alcohol concentration level for all drivers, conducting high-visibility enforcement of impaired driving laws, and incorporating passive alcohol sensing technology into enforcement efforts. From the National Transportation Safety Board
http://www.gao.gov/assets/660/653741.pdf
Examines the impacts of climate change on roads and bridges, wastewater systems, and NASA centers; the extent to which climate change is incorporated into infrastructure planning; factors that enabled some adaptive measures to be enacted; and federal efforts to address local adaptation needs. From the Government Accountability Office
http://www.bls.gov/cex/csxann11.pdf
Reports that consumer expenditures increased for the first time in 3 years. Also covers breakdowns of expenditures by spending category such as food, transportation, and housing. From the Bureau of Labor Statistics
http://www.rita.dot.gov/bts/press_releases/dot31_13
Press release announcing availability of 2012 statistics on truck crossings into the U.S. from Canada and Mexico. In 2012 there were 10.7 million truck crossings, an increase of 3.6% from 2011. Links take user to interactive database with 2012 added data. From the Bureau of Transportation Statistics
http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43026.pdf
Discusses the dangers of driving and federal efforts to improve traffic safety. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists
Details the current status of all facets of the transportation system in Hampton Roads including air, water, rail, and highways. Includes costs of congestion, bridge conditions, commuting characteristics, highway funding, and more. From the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization