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03 Aug

NEW MILESTONE: List of ‘Allies in Action’ Supporting USDOT’s Safety Push Surpasses 100 Members

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After launching the comprehensive National Roadway Safety Strategy last year, public organizations, private businesses, research institutions, and more have stepped up in response to USDOT’s call to action to reduce roadway deaths WASHINGTON–The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced 25 new commitments from organizations and businesses that are supporting the Department’s National Roadway Safety Strategy by taking action to reverse the crisis that is killing more than 40,000 people on American roads each year. This brings the total number of Allies in Action to more than 100. In another sign of strong interest in advancing road safety from communities, there…

03 Aug

Willie’s Grill & Icehouse Donates Thousands Amidst Kyle Grand Opening

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Willie's Kyle Soft Opening Raises Over $6K for First Responders and Nursing Staff KYLE, Texas, August 3, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Willie's Grill & Icehouse officially opened its doors in Kyle, Texas, on Monday, July 17. In a big-hearted move that underscores the definitively Texas brand's commitment to its communities, Willie's Kyle turned days one and two of its soft opening into two local fundraisers: On July 14, proceeds went to the Kyle Fire Department and on July 15, cash raised went to Seton Foundations. Both organizations received checks for $3,300 each. The highly anticipated Kyle outpost is the 20th in…

03 Aug

HERD Disrupts the Market With Unexpected Price Point on Newest Truck Guard Model

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WINNIPEG, Manitoba, August 3, 2023 (Newswire.com) - HERD, a leading manufacturer of front-end protection and truck accessories, recently announced a new addition to its most popular Truck Guard series. The Stealth Defender stands apart from the original Defender series with its unique Satin Finish, achieved through a proprietary treatment of aluminum that works to create an eye-catching sparkle. While the new finish has been met with positive reviews, the true excitement among drivers and fleet managers has been about the affordable price. The simplicity of the Satin Finish contributes to the Stealth Defender's affordability. With an MSRP of $2,950 USD,…

03 Aug

OTA Insight Unveils the Impact of ‘Taylor Swift Effect’ on Global Hotel Markets

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Swift's U.S. Tour Strikes a Chord: Hotel Prices Soar by 7.7% Year-on-Year in Anticipation of Concert Dates Monthly 2022 versus 2023 change in hotel pricing (%) for tour dates in North America Taylor Swift Tour YoY comparison in North America DENVER, August 3, 2023 (Newswire.com) - OTA Insight, the global leader in cloud-based hospitality business intelligence, today released a comprehensive analysis highlighting the influence of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour on hotel demand and pricing, both domestically and internationally. The Eras Tour, consisting of over 130 concerts, is already 2023's highest-grossing musical tour, and it's only halfway through. The tour's emphasis on multi-date,…

02 Aug

Air Travel Consumer Report: February 2023 Airline Complaint Data

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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today released consumer complaint data about air travel for February 2023. The release of 2023 consumer complaint data has been delayed primarily because of the increase in consumer complaints received this calendar year compared to the prior two years. The Department is examining how best to review and process the increased number of consumer complaints received in 2023 so not to delay its reporting. Complaints About Airline Service In February 2023, DOT received 6,644 airline service complaints from consumers, down 38.6% from the 10,822 complaints received in January 2023, but up from the 3,735…

01 Aug

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $102.3 Million in Disaster Relief Funding for Transit Agencies Nationwide

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Monday, July 31, 2023 WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced $102.3 million in funding to 17 transit agencies, cities, and planning councils in eight states and territories to help recover from recent natural disasters. The funding, provided through FTA’s Public Transportation Emergency Relief (ER) Program, will help them repair damaged equipment and facilities and recoup costs for evacuation and rescue operations following floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes that occurred in 2017 and 2020-22. “As climate change accelerates, we are seeing floods, hurricanes, and wildfires that used to be once-in-a-century events coming every few months…

31 Jul

US Buyers of Dory Power Battery Generators Eligible for 30% Federal Tax Credit

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Clean battery-powered electric generators for indoor backup. Dory B5000 battery generator Dory B5000 battery generator is connected to an electric panel for a whole-house backup power supply CLEVELAND, July 31, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Dory Power, a leading US manufacturer of portable battery generators, is pleased to announce that purchasers of their B5000 and B7000 Battery Generators in the United States are now eligible to receive a significant tax credit of 30% when filing their tax returns. This tax credit can be claimed by completing the IRS Form 5695, providing substantial savings for individuals and households investing in clean and efficient…

31 Jul

ICYMI: USDOT Launches New Center Focused on Delivering Infrastructure Projects on Time, on Task, on Budget

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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation has launched the Project Delivery Center of Excellence to help recipients of federal infrastructure funds deliver projects more efficiently and effectively, from concept to completion. The Center will serve as a central resource for innovative practices and will bring project managers together to enable knowledge sharing and peer-to-peer learning. “This USDOT Project Delivery Center of Excellence that we are launching is important because it is so important to deliver good projects well— meaning on time, on task, on budget,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “I know that in the months ahead the…

31 Jul

Table Needs Now Offering Digital Menu Boards for Drive-Thru and Counter-Service Restaurants

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Digital Menu Boards Seamlessly Integrate With Table Needs Point of Sale to Increase Restaurant Efficiency and Sales Table Needs + Stream A cutting-edge Digital Menu Board from Stream revolutionizes restaurant operations. Seamlessly integrated with Table Needs' advanced Point of Sale system, it boosts efficiency and sales.\n\nLearn more at tableneeds.com MOBILE, Ala., July 31, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Table Needs, Inc., a leading provider of restaurant technology and business services for food trucks, cafes, and quick service restaurants, announced today the launch of digital menu boards to its growing suite of services. In alignment with Table Needs' commitment to providing comprehensive technology…

28 Jul

U.S. Department of Transportation Announces New Efforts to Combat Human Trafficking

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Friday, July 28, 2023 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is recognizing World Day Against Trafficking in Persons with several actions to raise awareness and prevent human trafficking, including new collaboration among transportation sector leaders and recognition of innovation at the state and local level. “Transportation workers and the traveling public have a key role to play in the fight against human trafficking – which is why it’s so important for everyone to recognize the signs and be prepared to report it,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Everyone can learn more about the signs of human trafficking…