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Eleanor Lamb

Staff Reporter

@eleanorannlamb

Eleanor Lamb started working as a staff reporter for Transport Topics in July 2017. She covers a variety of issues, including state and local government affairs, infrastructure funding and trucking research. Her work has taken her all over the country. Two favorite destinations are Kansas City, Mo., and Boulder City, Nev. She regularly appears on Transport Topics Radio.


Government, Business, Safety

Massachusetts' $2.65 Billion Capital Plan Includes Funds for Transportation

Massachusetts leaders recently announced a $2.65 billion Capital Plan, which includes millions for improving transportation infrastructure and bottlenecks.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 22, 2021
Business, Technology

Public, Private Groups Pilot Last-Mile Delivery Hub in Seattle

The University of Washington’s Urban Freight Lab, in collaboration with various companies, is piloting a zero-emission hub for last-mile deliveries.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 21, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Fleets’ COVID-19 Safety Practices May Linger After Pandemic Ends

The COVID-19 outbreak prompted transportation companies to adopt a battery of safety measures — some of which may remain in place even after the pandemic is over.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 21, 2021
Government, Safety

Alabama Awards $3 Million for Local Road Projects

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey joined state transportation officials to announce $3.11 million has been awarded to cities and counties for infrastructure projects.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 18, 2021
Safety

Washington’s Infrastructure Improves to a C, ASCE Report Card Shows

The nation’s capital received a C on a recent infrastructure report card issued June 15 by the American Society of Civil Engineers.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 17, 2021
Government, Technology

Teleworking Travel Habits May Offer Insight on Freight Mobility, Expert Says

Data on the drastic changes in commuting patterns that resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic likely will present useful insight on impacts to freight movement, according to a Federal Highway Administration expert.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 17, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Truck Parking Information Needs to Be Functional, Accurate, ATRI Research Says

Effectively addressing the truck parking capacity problem will depend on standardization and accuracy, according to a recent white paper from the American Transportation Research Institute.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 15, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

Ohio DOT Study Considers Toledo-Columbus Corridor

The Ohio Department of Transportation is seeking public participation as it conducts a corridor study of U.S. Route 23, a vital freight link between Columbus and Toledo.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 14, 2021
Government, Technology, Fuel

ATA Unveils Climate and Clean Energy Advisory Committee

American Trucking Associations announced June 10 the formation of its Climate and Clean Energy Advisory Committee.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 11, 2021
Government, Business, Logistics

Connecticut Lawmakers Push Through New Tax on Trucks

The Connecticut General Assembly approved a bill that would impose a highway use fee on heavy commercial trucks.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 10, 2021