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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Renewable rollout leaves $600k repair bill for road 'bogholes'

Regional councils in New South Wales are facing significant repair bills for roads damaged by renewable energy projects, with one council reporting a cost of $600,000 for repairs.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Alert drivers: the phenomenon that is beginning to appear on the roads of New York due to the persistent cold wave

The National Weather Service has issued a warning about the formation of black ice on New York roads, urging drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution due to dangerously slippery conditions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Three new average speed control sections start operating on Latvia's roads

Latvia has introduced three new average speed control sections on the Tallinn and Liepaja highways to promote road safety and enforce traffic regulations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Three new average speed control sections will start operating on Latvian roads on Wednesday

Starting February 25, Latvia will implement three new average speed control sections on the Tallinn and Liepaja highways to enhance traffic regulation and safety.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

More tourists on Norwegian winter roads โ€“ how security will be strengthened

Norway's transport minister discusses new safety measures for tourists driving on winter roads.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

In the US, up to 60 cm of snow is expected in some areas: Roads closed in New York, schools not in operation

A significant snowstorm is impacting the northeastern United States, with New York closing roads and schools as residents prepare for up to 60 cm of snow.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Severe winter storm hits the US, roads closed and schools shut down in New York

A severe winter storm in the US is causing road closures and school shutdowns, with snowfall predictions of up to 60 cm in some areas.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did CM Rekha say about Delhi's road infrastructure?

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced plans to improve the city's traffic situation and road conditions by constructing new flyovers and roads, addressing issues that remained unresolved during the previous administration.

Feb 23 โ€ข 03:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

New York closes all roads and declares a state of emergency ahead of snowstorm

New York City has closed all streets, highways, and bridges to non-essential traffic starting Sunday evening in preparation for a significant snowstorm, declaring a state of emergency.

Feb 22 โ€ข 19:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The fastest "Volkswagen" crossover has been spotted on the roads for the first time โ€“ testing above the Arctic Circle

The new "Volkswagen T-Roc" is undergoing testing above the Arctic Circle and is set to launch in 2027 with a sportier R version.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

New Lexus RZ, the electric SUV ready to conquer Italian roads

The new Lexus RZ electric SUV combines luxury design with innovative electrification technologies, aiming to outperform competitors in the Italian market.

Feb 19 โ€ข 15:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

New toll record in Norway

Norwegians paid a record 16.8 billion kroner in tolls last year, according to preliminary data from the Norwegian Public Roads Administration.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

New rules for private roads - more can receive support in the event of a natural disaster

As of January 1, new regulations have been implemented in Sweden allowing for increased support for private road associations in the case of natural disasters.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Smart System Tested on Lithuanian Roads - Will Help Avoid Collisions with Animals

A new smart system is being tested in Lithuania to help prevent collisions with wildlife on roads, developed by a local startup and a university.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

The Transport Administration opens all three official ice roads

The Transport Administration of Estonia has opened all three official ice roads for vehicles up to 2.5 tons, including the new road to Vormsi and the refurbished road between Hiiumaa and Saaremaa.

Feb 15 โ€ข 07:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Lunar New Year Playlist to Forget the Boredom of Congested Roads

A curated playlist of songs themed around 'home' to make the busyness of traveling during the Lunar New Year more enjoyable.

Feb 14 โ€ข 23:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Severe Weather: Closed Roads and New Landslides in Epirus

Areas of Epirus, Greece, are facing severe disruptions due to landslides and closed roads caused by ongoing adverse weather conditions.

Feb 14 โ€ข 18:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Epirus: Without road network due to new landslide, the old national road is also closed

A major landslide in the region of Epirus, Greece, has left key roads connecting Arta and Amfilochia completely closed due to severe weather conditions.

Feb 13 โ€ข 07:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

100 Die on US Roads Every Day. Politicians' New Solution: Ditch the Driver.

U.S. politicians are pushing for autonomous vehicles as a solution to road safety, amid fears that China may outpace the U.S. in advancements.

Feb 9 โ€ข 10:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Railway in Inocรชncia will remove about 190 trucks a day from the roads and connect MS to the national grid

A new railway branch launched in Inocรชncia, Mato Grosso do Sul, is set to connect the state to the national rail network, removing approximately 190 trucks daily from the highways.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government of Sergipe suspends regulation on the use of highways for events

The Governor of Sergipe, Fรกbio Mitidieri, has suspended a regulation regarding new rules for events on state highways to allow for further clarifications from the Department of Roads.

Feb 6 โ€ข 12:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Plate or sticker? This is the identifying label that electric scooters must carry to circulate

The new regulation for Personal Mobility Vehicles (VMP) outlines requirements and conditions for electric scooters and similar vehicles to ensure their compliance on public roads.

Feb 6 โ€ข 10:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

In Germany 2025: 177 Expropriation Procedures in Road Construction

East Germany is experiencing a high number of expropriation procedures for new roads, with discussions comparing these to calls for the socialization of housing corporations, labeling the Union party as the real 'expropriation party'.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
Life & Tech

Thrifty Czechs Have a New Holy Grail. The Renault Clio Now Drives with Almost Absurd Consumption

The sixth generation of the Renault Clio, which boasts impressive fuel efficiency, is now available in the Czech Republic after testing on the roads of Prague and surrounding areas.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"Make Highways Beautiful Again". New Office Aims to Improve Roads Appearance in the USA

The U.S. Department of Transportation established a new office, the Council for Beautifying Transportation Infrastructure, to enhance the aesthetic quality of American roadways, with the first meeting scheduled for early February.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
Crime & Justice

New death on the roads: Driver killed in collision with a truck

A personal vehicle driver died at the scene of a crash with a truck on local road 20039 near Orehovica and Otok.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

The 'Myrcha Law' is Now in Effect, First Drivers with Strict Penalties

The new 'Myrcha Law' increases penalties for individuals driving during a court-imposed ban, aimed at combating drunk driving and recidivism on the roads.

Feb 3 โ€ข 10:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

EDITORIAL โŸฉ Awaiting a new ice age

The government has decided not to invest in official ice roads, despite their safety, low cost, and time-saving benefits for island residents, prompting calls for a portion of TS Laevade's profits to be allocated for ice road construction.

Feb 2 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Clear the way, safe roads and migrants: the next moves of the government announced by Piantedosi

Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi discusses a new security package aimed at improving safety and managing migrant issues, expressing hope for broad political agreement in Parliament.

Jan 16 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

Almeida delves into the gender gap in Madrid's street naming: 18 men and only three women for the new roads

The mayor of Madrid, Almeida, highlights the gender disparity in the naming of new streets, with 18 male names and only three female names proposed for two new neighborhoods in the city.

Jan 14 โ€ข 22:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

There Will Be More Money for the Construction of Fast Roads

In 2026, the General Directorate for National Roads and Motorways plans to spend nearly 20 billion PLN on both new road construction and existing road network investments, exceeding the average yearly investment of 16.5 billion PLN over the past five years.

Jan 14 โ€ข 03:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Blocks: United are leaving from Nikaia to Athens โ€“ Who is going to Maximos

Representatives from agricultural associations, after a conference in Nikaia, are heading to a dialogue at Maximos on January 13, though they do not expect new outcomes and intend to keep their tractors on the roads.

Jan 10 โ€ข 15:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

New roads in 2026 in Pomerania, Silesia, Lesser Poland, and Podlasie

The article discusses upcoming road projects in Poland that are expected to be completed by 2026, including new expressways and their impacts on various regions such as Pomerania and Lesser Poland.

Jan 9 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

Reporter: The snow has not been cleared in Sarajevo. Where are the 1000 employees? The Prime Minister: In the offices

The Prime Minister of Sarajevo Canton, Nihad Uk, addressed criticism of the local utility company for not clearing snow from the roads after a heavy snowfall, indicating that the workforce is employed in their offices and that new street cleaners are being hired.

Jan 8 โ€ข 06:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Winter Arrival in Holland: More than 700 kilometers of traffic jams on Dutch roads due to new snowfall

Heavy snowfall in Holland led to more than 700 kilometers of traffic jams, disrupted train services, and the cancellation of 700 flights at Amsterdam Airport.

Jan 7 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

New penalty points to be slapped on drivers under major roads plan

The UK government is introducing new penalty points for drivers not wearing seatbelts and other road safety measures in a significant overhaul aimed at reducing road deaths and injuries.

Jan 7 โ€ข 00:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

New escalation with 48-hour blockade of national roads, by-pass roads, and customs decided by farmers in Malgara

Farmers in Malgara have decided to implement a 48-hour blockade of national roads, by-pass roads, and customs following a nationwide meeting with representatives from 62 protest blocks.

Jan 4 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

After the Slush Comes the Cold - Many Icy Accidents

The start of the new year presents challenges for those moving outdoors, with many roads and paths icy and snowy, leading to significant traffic problems in the North, particularly in Hamburg.

Jan 3 โ€ข 09:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

Whales Are in Danger in N.Y. Waterways: โ€˜Like Deer Crossing the Roadโ€™

The article discusses the threats faced by whales in New York waterways, comparing their peril to that of deer crossing roads.

Jan 3 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Traffic regulations on national roads due to blockades, recommendations from the Hellenic Police for the return of holidaymakers

The Hellenic Police advises a gradual return of holidaymakers due to ongoing blockades affecting traffic on national roads.

Jan 2 โ€ข 21:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Farmers: Critical decisions for escalation, nationwide meeting, and new blockades

Greek farmers are set to make critical decisions after holding a nationwide meeting involving representatives from over 50 blockades, marking a significant escalation in their protests while keeping national roads open.

Jan 2 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Storm and smooth roads: DWD warns of slippery conditions โ€“ buses in Wรผrzburg are at a standstill

Bavaria's first working day of the new year is marked by snow and warnings of slippery roads, particularly impacting bus services in Wรผrzburg.

Jan 2 โ€ข 07:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

From Zagreb to Split: six electro-diesel trains

In 2026, significant developments in transportation infrastructure are expected, including the construction of new roads and railway systems as well as the implementation of a new toll collection system.

Jan 1 โ€ข 18:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

In less than 24 hours, five killed on Croatian roads

In less than 24 hours, five people have died in multiple traffic accidents across Croatia as the new year begins, highlighting a tragic start to 2026.

Jan 1 โ€ข 12:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Traffic arrangements in Syntagma and Pedion tou Areos are in effect, which roads are closing

Traffic regulations have been implemented in Syntagma Square and Pedion tou Areos due to New Year's events, resulting in temporary road closures.

Dec 31 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Which roads are open from the agricultural blockades and where are there diversions, see in detail

The majority of roads are reopening as agricultural blockades are being temporarily de-escalated ahead of the New Year, with producers in many areas lifting blockades and easing protests.

Dec 31 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Traffic regulations: Where there will be traffic interruptions

Traffic regulations will be in effect from the Traffic Police starting at 8:00 PM on Wednesday (31/12) in Syntagma and Pedion tou Areos due to New Year's Eve celebrations, causing traffic interruptions on specific roads.

Dec 31 โ€ข 08:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

The 'map' with agricultural blockades, which national roads are open and where diversions are taking place

The article discusses the current situation regarding agricultural blockades affecting national roads, detailing which roads remain open and where traffic diversions are implemented due to the presence of tractors on the streets.

Dec 31 โ€ข 08:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Traffic regulations in Syntagma and Pedion tou Areos on New Year's Eve, which roads will be closed

Traffic restrictions will be implemented in Syntagma and Pedion tou Areos starting from 8 PM on December 31, 2025, lasting until the conclusion of the events on January 1, 2026.

Dec 30 โ€ข 18:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

New Year's Bridge: what disruptions to expect on the roads of France?

As many French citizens travel for the New Year's holiday and the end of Christmas break, significant road congestion is expected this Saturday.

Dec 30 โ€ข 12:06 UTC

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