Max Lay discusses how congestion has posed problems throughout history from early civilisation to the present day One of the earliest known human settlements was at the Springs of Elisha at Jericho. Inevitably, locals collecting fresh water from the springs would encounter other water carriers. When a path was too narrow, or access to it was too limited, or it crossed another path, some carriers would find it necessary to stand aside for others. Priority in such cases might be based on common courtesy and p
Cummins is developing an all-electric powertrain for use in off-highway applications. This move follows the firm’s acquisition of the electric drive specialist Brammo. The system is designed to suit applications such as urban or underground duties, where it is necessary to minimise engine emissions. The package combines battery power with a compact diesel engine, linked directly to a generator. This offers a range-extended vehicle driveline (REEV). The prototype being unveiled utilises a 4litre F3.8 diesel
Traffic and revenues on Croatian toll roads jumped 10% in the first seven months of the year, according to a report in the newspaper Novi List.
To the end of July, 21 million vehicles were recorded on the highways under management of the Croatian Motorways-HAC public companies. That’s up 2 million vehicles, while revenue was almost US$129 million.
The report noted that with a heavy debt load, it might be a new government, to be formed after Parliamentary elections on 11 September, could sell of shares
