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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, Technology, Autonomous

Connecticut Plan Outlines Strategies for Connected, Automated Vehicles

Autonomous delivery services — and the challenges they present — are included as a consideration in the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s recently released strategic plan for connected and automated vehicles.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
April 1, 2021
Government, Business

Mississippi Transportation Commission Issues 11 Contract Awards

The Mississippi Transportation Commission recently awarded contracts for 11 infrastructure projects throughout the state.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 25, 2021
Government, Business

Wisconsin DOT Issues Grant to Support Business Expansions in Fitchburg

Wisconsin officials recently announced a $1 million grant has been awarded to support a road construction project in Fitchburg, which is located six miles south of Madison.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 25, 2021
Government, Business

Alabama Leaders Pitch Trucks-Only Toll Bridge

Leaders in the Mobile, Ala., area have proposed plans for a new toll bridge project that will be exclusive to large trucks.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 24, 2021
Government, Business

Trucking Continues to Offer States Revenue Stability

One year since the COVID-19 pandemic caused vehicle travel and associated fuel tax revenue to plummet, recovery has been on a slow but positive trajectory.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 23, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

FHWA Grants Will Support User-Based Funding Projects

The Federal Highway Administration recently awarded $18.7 million to eight projects that will test user-based funding methods.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 23, 2021
Government, Business

Oregon Transportation Commission Approves Program to Address Freight Issues

The Oregon Transportation Commission recently approved the Enhance Highway Discretionary Program, which is meant to specifically address congestion and freight mobility issues.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 22, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

A Year of Pandemic: Technology Key to States' Response

Victoria Sheehan, president of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, said technology made an important difference in state transportation departments’ pandemic operations.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 22, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

New Jersey DOT Announces $30.1 Million for Local Freight Improvements

The New Jersey Department of Transportation announced $30.1 million has been awarded to counties and municipalities for projects meant to facilitate the safe movement of heavy truck traffic.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 19, 2021
Government, Business, Technology

ATRI Report: National VMT System a Costly, Complex Proposition

The administrative costs of a national vehicle-miles-traveled fee system represent a more complicated picture than the costs associated with financing mechanisms such as the federal fuel tax, according to a recent analysis from the American Transportation Research Institute.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 17, 2021