motor vehicles
Coverage of motor vehicles in the Nexus archive.
- US announces trade deal with Jordan
US and Jordan announced a trade deal to remove barriers for US exporters and expand market access for critical industries. Jordan will remove non-tariff trade barriers and expand access for US goods, including agricultural products and motor vehicles. The announcement comes amid renewed Iranian strikes on Jordan that killed two US military personnel.
- How extreme heat increases pollutants
Extreme heat in Mecklenburg County increases pollutants like ozone and smog due to stagnant air, sunlight, and high temperatures. Health risks are heightened for sensitive groups, and motor vehicles are identified as a major local pollution source.
- E-bikes faster than 28 mph would require insurance, registration under bill passed by Illinois lawmakers
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill requiring insurance, registration, and driver's licenses for high-speed e-bikes and e-scooters over 28 mph, classifying them as motor vehicles starting January 1, 2027. The legislation also prohibits these devices on bike paths and lanes and subjects riders to drunk driving laws.