OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The construction project along Interstate 80 on the southwest side of Omaha has certainly slowed traffic, but it’s also increased noise for neighbors. NSP Carrier Enforcement ...

With automatic vehicles making up the majority of traffic and self-driving cars gearing up to take over, learning how to drive isn't such a big deal. Nowadays, kids as young as ten years already have ...

In response to resident concerns, the Sedalia City Council unanimously passed an ordinance Monday banning the use of unmuffled engine braking systems within city limits. According to a news release ...

Ideally, everyone would go through driving school before getting behind the wheel. That's where you learn about road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving techniques. But let's be honest— that's not ...

GREENFIELD, Mass. (WWLP)- Tractor trailers are big and they can be loud. Several Massachusetts cities and towns have banned truck drivers from using their engine brake, or jake brake, which can be ...

Mt. Pleasant could soon have signs to alert commercial truck drivers when they are entering residential neighborhoods. Whether those drivers choose not to “jake brake” is entirely up to them. City ...

BOSSIER CITY, La. (KSLA) — Extremely loud noises from sand trucks and other big rigs near residential areas of Bossier City have led to a new law. As a result, the use of Jake brakes soon will be ...

Dear Johnnie: Our backyard abuts 17th near Airport Road. Lately, I have noticed increased disruption from the loud engine brakes on heavy trucks. It looks like Colorado has a law requiring engine ...

You're driving a loaded diesel rig down a mountain pass, foot hovering over the brake pedal, heart racing. How do you slow 20,000 pounds safely without cooking your brakes? Cue the exhaust brake -– ...

Fleet managers should have a good understanding of engine brakes and how they are properly used. How often do you hear drivers complaining about weak engine brakes? Some drivers will say the engine ...

For many people, driving is as simple as hitting the gas to go — for more engine power — and using the brakes to stop. But your motor can actually help slow you down in certain situations, too. It's ...