Israir has obtained operational approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Transportation, with expectations to begin selling tickets for flights to New York in October.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced its compliance with the Ombudsman's decision to suspend the chiefs of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) and the Office of Transportation Cooperatives (OTC). The LTFRB chief has publicly stated his respect for the Ombudsman's ruling.

The Department of Transportation announced that the Villar Group of Companies has agreed to the agency's terms for the construction of the Light Rail Transit 1 (LRT-1) Las Piñas station.

The Trump administration's Department of Transportation has introduced new changes aimed at accelerating the deployment of autonomous vehicles and has directed NHTSA to grant a temporary exemption to Zoox.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines is targeting partial operations for the Unified Grand Central Station, also known as the Common Station, by the first quarter of 2028.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that a portion of the Toll Road 4 (TR4) of the South Luzon Expressway (SLEx) in the Philippines will be operational before the end of 2026, aiming to reduce travel time from Sto. Tomas, Batangas.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines has received an unmodified opinion from the Commission on Audit (COA) for fiscal year 2025, marking a significant achievement after more than 30 years. This opinion indicates that the auditor found no material misstatements in the financial statements.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) is proposing new regulatory changes to enable the development of autonomous vehicles, including allowing the removal of brake pedals and steering wheels.

The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) has signed on as a customer for SONAR's high-frequency data. This partnership will provide USDOT with advanced data insights.

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is eyeing the resumption of commercial operations of General Santos Airport within a week after a deadly earthquake struck parts of…

The Department of Transportation in the Philippines announced plans to improve active transport facilities, including establishing more bicycle lanes, to help reduce road accidents across the country.

Viral TikTok videos show German tourists being allowed onto the bridge of the Staten Island Ferry, prompting an investigation by the Department of Transportation.

The Department of Transportation announced that 90% of the right-of-way for the Angeles, Pampanga segment of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) project has been acquired.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has chosen Ferrovial for the $1.47 billion SH 99 Grand Parkway project.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines issued a public warning against scam messages impersonating its head, Secretary Giovanni Lopez, to solicit money.

The Philippine Department of Transportation has suspended the onboarding of new ride-hailing drivers after discovering discrepancies between reported driver numbers and those on the ground, particularly during a cash aid distribution.

Allegiant Travel Company and Sun Country Airlines have secured approval from the Department of Transportation for a step in their merger process.

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is planning improvements for a problematic intersection in Cornelius to reduce truck mishaps. The project aims to enhance safety and traffic flow.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) praised the enhanced appearance and facilities of the Metro Rail Transit 3 (MRT-3) Quezon Avenue station following an inspection by Secretary Giovanni Lopez.

The Philippine Department of Transportation (DOTr) is awaiting a special allotment release order (SARO) for P1 billion from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to fund the government’s service contracting program.

The Florida Department of Transportation has announced the completion of significant safety improvements along Conway Road.

The Philippine Department of Transportation announced that airport fees, including terminal and navigation charges, will be discounted starting April 1, 2026, in response to recent oil price hikes.

The Department of Transportation announced that more tollway operators in the Philippines will provide toll discounts to public utility vehicles, including jeepneys, buses, and freight vehicles, starting March 23.

MANILA, Philippines — Passengers of Light Rail Transit 2 (LRT 2) and Metro Rail Transit 3 (MRT 3) will enjoy a 50-percent discount starting Monday, March 23, the Department of Transportation (DOTr)…

The Utah Department of Transportation has commenced construction on a $621 million freeway project connecting I-15 and Mountain View Corridor.

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Sunday disputed claims that the Metro Manila Rail Transit 3 (MRT 3) has become unsafe, as alleged by the train line’s employees’ association and the freshman party list congressman who is championing the union’s claims. “Now that the price of crude oil is rising, commuters and

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Sunday rejected the allegations of Kamanggagawa party-list Rep. Eli San Fernando and some train employees, who had said that the Metro Rail Transit 3 (MRT-3) is operating under risky conditions. “The DOTr assures the public that MRT-3 remains safe for all passengers, contrary to their claim

MANILA, Philippines — Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez on Wednesday said his department is nearing a decision on petitions to increase the passenger fare for public utility vehicles amid oil price hikes driven by the ongoing Middle East conflict. “The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board submitted a recommendation to the Department of Transportation (DOTr). I

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines announced plans to plant 690,000 trees in Pampanga and Cavite watersheds starting July 2026. This initiative aims to mitigate the environmental impact of tree cutting during the construction of the North-South railway project.

The Villar family has donated land to the Department of Transportation (DOTr), a move expected to enhance public transportation access and benefits for the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) Cavite Extension project in the Philippines.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Department of Tourism (DOT) in the Philippines have discussed initiatives to improve access to tourist destinations and enhance the country's tourism industry.

Smith-Midland has been awarded a $10 million contract for a project related to I-81 by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The Philippine Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced the extension of the "Piso Fare Cashback" promotion for cashless payments on Light Rail Transit 2 (LRT-2) until August 31, 2026.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced it would continue the construction of the Zapote and Niog stations for the Light Rail Transit 1 – Cavite Extension Project if the Villar Group of Companies refuses to settle with the agency.

The state body responsible for testing drivers' samples for drink and drugs recorded a €556,000 surplus in 2025, with the majority of its income derived from Department of Transport grants.

Commuters on the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) in Manila can now pay their fares using contactless bank cards, mobile phones, and other digital payment options, following an announcement by the Department of Transportation.

The Swiss Federal Department of Transport plans to cut smaller rail expansion projects worth 2.5 billion francs due to a lack of funds. The Canton of Zurich has sharply criticized these plans, warning of serious consequences for already approved major projects.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has cleared Delta Air Lines regarding its handling of a global IT outage that occurred in 2024.

A group closely associated with President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. is advocating for a Cabinet change, specifically Leni Robredo to the Department of Transportation, to strengthen his party’s 2028 presidential bid.

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation-Metro Rail Transit 3 (DOTr-MRT3) on Tuesday clarified that condoms will not be distributed to passengers of the train line, noting that its…

Seventy-two families impacted by the construction of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) in the Philippines will be relocated to a residential site in Pampanga, as announced by the Department of Transportation (DOTr).

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) in the Philippines have partnered with Land Bank of the Philippines to settle P3.6 billion in unpaid obligations to Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC).

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and local government officials inspected major port and wharf projects in Northern Samar, Philippines, to assess construction progress and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Former and incumbent officials of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Land Transportation Office (LTO) in the Philippines are facing a graft complaint filed with the Office of the Ombudsman regarding alleged 'computer fees'.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Office of Solicitor General (OSG) in the Philippines have finalized 345 expropriation cases to accelerate land acquisitions for the North South Commuter Railway project (NSCR) and the Metro Manila Subway.

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has stated that drivers who zoom to the end of a lane before merging at orange barrels are performing the correct "zipper merge" technique.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines has requested an additional P5-billion budget for its public utility vehicle (PUV) service contracting program. This request comes as the current P1-billion budget is set to be rolled out.

Seven people were injured after a ceiling collapsed at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1, prompting an investigation by the Department of Transportation.

The Philippine Department of Transportation confirmed a 10% reduction in inter-province passenger ferry services across the country due to ongoing fuel supply problems, which are attributed to the war in the Middle East.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that airport and Ro-ro terminal fees, including Passenger Service Charge and takeoff/landing fees, will be discounted starting April 1 as part of government efforts to ease the burden on the public.

The Philippine Department of Transportation (DOTr) has slashed Roro terminal fees to P1 for vehicles transporting raw and unprocessed agricultural commodities, aiming to support the agricultural sector.

Starting March 23, toll concessionaires will implement discounts for the transport sector, the Department of Transportation said yesterday.

Airline companies operating at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport appealed to the Department of Transportation (DOTr) yesterday for a cut on airport fees at NAIA, as fuel prices increase and…

A fare hike is set to take affect across most modes of public transit, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said on Monday, March 16.

A shipping line operating in Zamboanga has been summoned by the Department of Transportation following allegations of implementing a 140 percent fare increase.

Joby and Archer Aviation are among eight companies chosen by the Department of Transportation to participate in a new air taxi pilot program.

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Monday said it has already begun preparing for the release of fuel subsidies for public utility vehicle operators and drivers amid…

Trump Admin Closes CDL Loophole That Let Illegal Immigrants Drive Big-Rigs The Department of Transportation shut down a major safety vulnerability this past week that had allowed illegal immigrant drivers to operate commercial trucks on American highways despite having no verifiable driving history. “For far too long, America has allowed dangerous foreign drivers to abuse our truck licensing systems – wreaking havoc on our roadways. This safety loophole ends today,” Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy said in a statement. “Moving forward, unqualified foreign drivers will be unable to get a license to operate an 80,000-pound big rig. Under President Trump’s leadership, we are putting the safety of the driving public first. From enforcing English language standards to holding fraudulent carriers accountable, we will continue to attack this crisis on our roads head on.” The reform targets a gaping hole in how states issue commercial driver's licenses to foreign nationals. While licensing agencies can screen U.S. drivers through national databases for past violations like DUIs or crash history, they cannot access records of foreigners and illegal immigrants. That loophole enabled at least 30 states to issue CDLs to drivers deemed ineligible. Under the old system, foreign drivers holding only work permits could obtain commercial trucking licenses because Employment Authorization Documents don't indicate prior traffic violations, accidents, or license suspensions in other countries. States had no way to know whether an applicant had a clean record or a history of reckless driving before allowing them to operate an 80,000-pound vehicle. The new rule formally codifies Duffy's emergency action from last September that ended the issuance of non-domiciled commercial driver's licenses to truckers with unverified driving histories. EADs will no longer be accepted as proof of eligibility. Applicants must instead present an unexpired foreign passport along with the appropriate Form I-94, which tracks a noncitizen's entry to and exit from the United States. “Under the provisions, only foreign nationals holding temporary work visas, such as H‑2B, H‑1B, or temporary investor visas from treaty countries, known as E‑2 visas, may be eligible,” explains Fox News Digital. “In addition, states must verify the lawful immigration status of every applicant by checking the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) system.” At least 30 people died in 17 crashes caused by non-domiciled commercial driver’s license holders in 2025, according to reports. Among the most serious incidents, a non-domiciled driver triggered a multi-vehicle crash inside a tunnel on Interstate 80 in Wyoming on February 14, killing three people and injuring 20 others. On August 12, another non-domiciled driver caused a crash on the Florida Turnpike that left three people dead after attempting an illegal U-turn. In California, a driver failed to stop for traffic on October 21, setting off an eight-vehicle collision that killed three. Later in the year, on December 3, a non-domiciled driver collided with a train at a marked crossing in Ontario, California, killing a crew member. “We are done letting foreign drivers wreak havoc on our roads. If you’re behind the wheel of a big rig, you must meet our standards—no exceptions,” Duffy said in a post on X Saturday. The final rule is expected to take effect in one month, around March 15.  “A critical safety gap allowed unqualified drivers with unknown driving histories to get behind the wheel of commercial vehicles,” said Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Administrator Derek D. Barrs. “We are closing that gap today to ensure that only qualified, vetted drivers are operating on our nation’s roadways. If we cannot verify your safe driving history, you cannot hold a CDL in this country.” Duffy praised the reform as one of several steps the Trump administration is taking to bolster transportation safety, including enforcing English language standards for drivers. In May, Secretary Duffy signed an order establishing new guidelines to strengthen English language enforcement for commercial truck operators, placing drivers who fail English proficiency tests out of service. "Under President Trump's leadership, we are putting the safety of the driving public first," Duffy said. "From enforcing English language standards to holding fraudulent carriers accountable, we will continue to attack this crisis on our roads head on." Tyler Durden Wed, 02/18/2026 - 23:00

The Move as One Coalition has raised concerns over the absence of funding for the EDSA busway, service contracting, and fuel subsidies for transport drivers in the Department of Transportation's proposed 2027 budget.

Dramatic video footage from the Ohio Department of Transportation shows a driver leaping onto a highway divider just seconds before a sedan crashed into his SUV, narrowly avoiding a direct collision.

Incidents including sexual assaults of women and children on trains have been reported to Irish Rail. In response, the Department of Transport is actively progressing work to establish a dedicated transport security force.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced free MRT-3 rides every Wednesday in August for National ID holders. This initiative aims to provide convenience for commuters with valid identification.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and other government agencies are providing free rides in selected areas of Metro Manila on Thursday, July 23, in response to a two-day strike by the transport group Manibela.

The United States has voiced deep concern regarding the European Union's plans to impose carbon costs on certain international flights, according to a spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Transportation.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Cebu Provincial Government have launched a new transport service contracting program to improve public transportation access for Cebuanos.

Elon Musk's robotaxi ambitions for Tesla's Cybercab have received a boost after a Texas Department of Transportation official lauded the initiative.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced new bus routes to Davao International Airport for travelers affected by the suspension of commercial flights at General Santos Airport.

A coalition in the Philippines has urged the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and Department of Transportation (DOTr) to address concerns regarding a possible data breach and alleged irregularities in the Stradcom-led LTO system.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines has launched the 'Lakbay Alalay ng Gobyerno' or Laya sea-based service contracting program, offering fare subsidies to participating operators and vessels.

The Department of Transportation announced that the modernized Tuguegarao Airport in the Philippines is projected to be completed by December 2026, aiming to accommodate more tourists and passengers.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced the suspension of terminal fee collection for public utility vehicles at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) for a period of three months. This measure aims to provide relief to commuters and operators.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that the new passenger terminal building at the Port of Lucena in Quezon, Philippines, is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2026.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has issued an order to stop the onboarding of new transport network vehicle service (TNVS) drivers and motorcycle taxi riders. This move aims to regulate the supply of drivers in the public transportation sector.

President Marcos inspected the Department of Transportation Service Contracting Program in Quezon City and assured the public of continued government support amidst high fuel prices.

The Philippine Department of Transportation is set to launch a new monitoring system for its Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) service contracting scheme, incorporating mandatory GPS and QR codes. Senator Villanueva has expressed concerns, calling the GPS requirement a "burden" for operators.

The Philippine Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that franchise suspension or revocation will be imposed on operators and drivers who violate the terms and conditions of the government’s service contracting program (SCP) starting April 15.

The Iloilo City government announced it will begin distributing fuel subsidies to nearly 2,000 tricycle drivers and operators on April 8, following the Holy Week, with funding from the Department of Transportation.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has warned bus companies that hiked fares despite a suspension on increases, stating they could face show cause orders and license suspensions.

During a Department of Transportation enforcement crackdown in Florida, troopers found that up to half of truckers at some weigh stations were unable to read road signs or answer basic English questions.

The Department of Transportation and the Department of Social Welfare and Development have commenced the nationwide rollout of fuel subsidies, detailing the amounts drivers and transport workers are entitled to.

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced on Friday that a two-month toll discount will be given to public utility vehicles (PUVs), public utility buses (PUBs) and…

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced free rides on selected routes in Metro Manila on Thursday to assist commuters affected by a transport strike, following President Marcos's order to suspend fare hikes.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines announced a provisional fare hike of P1 for traditional jeepneys and P2 for modern jeepneys, citing rising oil prices and ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has issued a 'Do not travel' advisory for Brown, Outagamie, and other northeast counties due to severe weather conditions.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that partial operations for the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project are scheduled to commence on March 13.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is preparing P3.5 billion in subsidies for free rides to millions of commuters, and to finance part of the fuel costs of public utility vehicles (PUVs).

Muntinlupa City, in partnership with the Department of Transportation (DOTr), inaugurated the Muntinlupa Road Safety Park as part of its 31st Cityhood Anniversary celebrations.