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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.


Business, Safety

ASCE Report Card: Infrastructure Improves to C-

The nation’s infrastructure received a C- grade on the American Society of Civil Engineers’ latest report card, marking an improvement from D+.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 3, 2021
Government, Business

Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill Promoting Women in Trucking

A group of lawmakers has reintroduced legislation that aims to support women entering the trucking industry.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 2, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

North Dakota Bill Proposes Amending Truck Restrictions for Road Train Pilot

Legislation that would temporarily amend truck length and weight restrictions is making its way through the North Dakota Legislative Assembly.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
March 1, 2021
Government, Safety

Maryland DOT Selects Developer for Major P3

The Maryland Department of Transportation has selected Accelerate Maryland Partners to serve as the developer for a major public-private partnership to improve traffic congestion.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 25, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Secretary Pete Buttigieg Suggests Usage Charge as Sustainable Funding Solution

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg acknowledged the lack of sustainable transportation financing sources, but suggested an increase to the federal fuel tax rate would not offer a long-term solution.

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

Mississippi’s I-20 Bridge Project On Track Despite Weather

Mississippi Department of Transportation crews are pressing on with work to replace a bridge carrying Interstate 20 through the state capital.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 22, 2021
Government, Business, Safety, TCA

Pennsylvania Trucking Industry Opposes State DOT’s Bridge Tolling Plan

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has released a list of bridges that are being considered for tolling, a practice the state’s trucking community has bristled against. 

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 19, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Massachusetts Bond Bill Includes Funding for Roads, Bridges and Transit

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker recently signed a $16 billion transportation bond bill, which includes funding to modernize various modes of transportation.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 19, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

DOT Opens Funding Opportunity for $889 Million in INFRA Grants

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced it is making $889 million available through its latest round of Infrastructure For Rebuilding America grants.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 17, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy Announces $100 Million for Clean Transportation

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced the investment of approximately $100 million in clean transportation projects, including an effort to deploy electric trucks.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 17, 2021