Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining in popularity, and with good reason. These cars are silent, economical, environmentally friendly and reliable. Here’s how they work. The...
Through the Virginia Transportation Act of 2000, legislators provided for about $3 billion in new money or accelerated financing for $10 billion worth of highway construction,...
The average driver will be involved in at least one car accident during their lifetime. Be prepared for this eventuality by knowing what you should...
Do you want to sell your car? If so, you need to create an ad that will grab the interest of motivated buyers. Here are...
If you’re in the market for a new car, here are four great reasons to go electric. 1. A great driving experience One thing that...
Major highway construction projects were completed during the 1990s, among them the last stretch of Virginia’s interstate network, a section of I-295 around Richmond finished in...
Have you recently started driving again? If so, it’s a good idea to brush up on your driving skills and take precautions to ensure you...
Driving in winter means contending with ice, snow, gravel, salt, slush and sand. It’s therefore no wonder that cars get exceptionally dirty at this time of...
In 1993, ground was broken for the Dulles Toll Road Extension, known as the Dulles Greenway, a 14-mile stretch from Route 28 at Dulles International Airport...
As essential as they are, test drives tend to be too short to determine if the car in question is a good fit. Here are...
It may seem like a misnomer, but all-season tires aren’t really built to withstand winter driving conditions. In truth, winter tires are a much safer alternative....
The growing numbers of vehicles using the highways in the 1990s demanded more efficiencies in the operation of those highways. Early in the decade, VDOT engineers...
Are you wondering why your car won’t start? If so, here are three possible reasons. 1. The battery is dead If you accidently left an...
Winter weather can lead to mechanical mishaps and be the cause of various issues with your car. Here are five common cold weather problems and...
Seat belts are the single most important piece of safety technology in your vehicle. Whether you’re driving, co-piloting or riding, buckling up reduces your risk...
Are you wary of public parking lots because you don’t want your new car to get damaged? If so, you can minimize the risk by...
In December 1991, Congress passed a six-year, $151 billion transportation act called the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA). It was the first reauthorization of federal...
If you own an electric vehicle (EV), you’ll need to adjust your driving habits come winter. This is because the battery powering it functions best...
The 1990s brought no slowdown in the increasing needs of Virginians for mobility. Surging volumes of traffic — combined with aging highways, accelerating technological progress, and...
Roads can be dangerous in the winter, especially in extreme weather. Stay safe by checking the five following things every time you get behind the...
When funds for highway construction doubled, so did funds for public transportation services. Increasing pressures for these services were felt in all sections of Virginia. Public...
Due to the critical transportation needs in Northern Virginia, those localities took the lead in adopting alternative financing methods for highway construction and improvement projects. Northern...
If you’re buying a used vehicle, you want to ensure that you don’t get stuck with a dud. To make an informed purchase, follow these...
With the cold weather approaching, some people are getting ready to put their summer car away for the season. Here are five steps to take...
As winter approaches, it’s important to make sure your vehicle is ready to face the difficult driving conditions ahead. Here are three tasks you should...
Until 1984, the eight transportation districts had remained as originally established in 1922—Bristol, Culpeper, Fredericksburg, Lynchburg, Richmond, Salem, Staunton, and Suffolk. The 1984 General Assembly authorized...
Do you need to replace one or more of your car’s components? If so, you may want to consider purchasing recycled parts. Many people mistakenly...
Still concerned about a rapidly growing backlog of highway, bridge, and public transit needs, the 1982 General Assembly provided a substantial increase in funds to shore...
Maintaining your car involves a number of tasks. These include filling the gas tank, changing the oil and replacing the tires when they’re worn. However,...
In 1980, the General Assembly ordered the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee (JLARC) to review the department’s operations and finances and recommend changes to make...
