Essential Updates for Road and Vehicle Safety: I-15 Closure and Volvo Recall

December 12, 2023

I-15 Closure Next Week in Vegas: Navigating Traffic Changes

The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has recently announced a significant closure on I-15 Southbound in Las Vegas, scheduled for the night of Monday, Dec. 18. This temporary closure, stretching between Russell Road and Blue Diamond Road, is essential for installing an Active Traffic Management (ATM) gantry, a critical component of the extensive I-15 Tropicana Project. This project aims to reconstruct the Tropicana Avenue bridge over I-15, facilitating smoother traffic flow with additional lanes and enhanced on- and off-ramp access. Detailed detour information is expected to be released shortly, aiding commuters in planning their routes during this period.

The closure’s timing is set from 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18, until 5 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19. During this interval, the southbound I-15 CD Road between Russell and I-215 will see a reduction to a single lane. This strategic closure is crucial for ensuring the safety of workers and the public during the ATM gantry installation, part of the broader initiative to improve traffic flow and safety on one of Las Vegas’s busiest highways.

Eaton Cummins’ AMTs: Revolutionizing Vocational Daimler Models

In another significant development, Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies has announced the availability of the Endurant XD series automated manual transmission in select vocational Western Star and Freightliner models. This advancement represents a notable leap in transmission technology, offering enhanced durability and efficiency for heavy-duty vocational trucks. Aaron Scates of Daimler Trucks North America highlights the reliability and customization possibilities of these transmissions, signaling a positive step forward for vocational vehicle operators.

Volvo's Proactive Recall Over Axle Ratings

Lastly, Volvo Trucks North America has initiated a recall for approximately 53 model year 2024 VN and VHD vehicles. This recall, centered around an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the vehicle certification label, underscores Volvo’s commitment to safety and compliance with national regulations. Volvo’s swift action to replace these labels ensures that vehicle operators have accurate information, preventing potential misuse and enhancing overall road safety.

Essential Updates for Road and Vehicle Safety: I-15 Closure and Volvo Recall

I-15 Closure Next Week in Vegas: Navigating Traffic Changes

Eaton Cummins’ AMTs: Revolutionizing Vocational Daimler Models

Volvo's Proactive Recall Over Axle Ratings

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