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Bridge bashing incidents show large vehicle drivers do not pay sufficient attention to height restrictionsOne bridge in the US has suffered repeated impact incidents from inattentive drivers of large vehicles who do not pay sufficient attention to the posted height restrictions.
Bats for bikesA 24 year old Vietnamese Batman enthusiast has built his own version of the Batbike, using parts from a small Suzuki motorcycle and from a car. The ingenious bike features...
Cut to the chaseA new superhero has taken to the streets of Perth in Western Australia, striking with vigilance and dealing justice on behalf of the city's hard-pressed motorists. The green...
Hunger pangsFrom the UK comes a curious tale about a bus passenger with an unusual appetite. Police in Paignton in Devon have been seeking the whereabouts of a young male who began...

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Photo of the Month

September 2012Pedestrian crossings allow greater safety for vulnerable road users: image courtesy of World Highways reader Ewan Smith
July/August 2012Road Congestion is a serious issue in some areas
January/February 2012BMW drivers have a rather unfortunate reputation for being impatient behind the wheel
November/December 2011This Ecuadorian pick-up truck proves so popular with passengers that is has standing room only: image courtesy of World Highways reader Jaime Erazo Pastor.

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AEM sends out warning for diesel fuelsThe US Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is warning equipment users that new, low sulphur fuels feature a greater risk of ignition by... 19 June 2013
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Electronic tolling move across EuropeThe European Parliament has adopted a resolution for a strategy in electronic tolling and a vignette system on light private vehicles in Europe. The... 19 June 2013
CECE: Even flat 2013 Europe machine sales appear out of reachPreventing a decline in European construction equipment sales in 2013 appears to be out of reach, according to the Quarterly Economic Bulletin from... 18 June 2013

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