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Finding the right E-ZPass for each car
E-Zpass transponder signals can be blocked by some car windshields that have heating elements or heat reflecting glass.
LaHood vows to stand behind the Dulles Rail Project
Planning for the Silver Line is on the right track, says U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood.
LaHood to try to whip Dulles rail actors into agreement
A major meeting Wednesday could go a long way toward determining whether people will be able to take Metro to Dulles International Airport.
D.C. 9th among worst places to own a car
Confusing roads and traffic jams put D.C. on this top 10 list.
'Stop the Texts' day zeroes in on distracted driving
May 1 is national "Stop the Texts" day, an effort to get drivers to focus behind the wheel.
Expect heightened transportation security
As the nation marks the one-year anniversary of Osama bin Laden's death, travelers should expect an increased security presence on planes and trains.
Metro work will mesh with busy sports weekend
This weekend is going to be a busy one for sports in the area with the Caps hosting the Rangers and the Nats hosting the Phillies.
Politics, union issues could derail Silver Line project
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood will bring the biggest players involved in the rail-to-Dulles project together on Wednesday.
Metro bus driver does not have meningitis
A Metro bus driver who made headlines on Monday for having viral meningitis never had the virus, officials said Friday.
D.C. orders more streetcars for H Street Corridor
The D.C. Department of Transportation has grand plans for a vast network of streetcars, criss-crossing the city. On Thursday, the agency took another step toward that goal by ordering two brand new streetcars.
Metro fares increase for all riders July 1
The Metro Board Thursday approved the next round of fare increases for riders -- rail, bus and parking charges will all be going up July 1.
Young drivers think they're safe despite distractions
The youngest drivers tend to think it's possible to drive safely while distracted.
Despite warnings, Va. drivers distracted in construction zones
Distracted drivers are not only common on D.C. area roads, they're common in construction zones along D.C. area roads.
Approval of Metro fare increase expected
It looks like riders soon will pay more to ride Metro.
Human error possible cause of Metro derailment
Human error may be to blame for Tuesday's derailment of a Metro train at the Rosslyn station.
Metro derailment points to 'major vulnerabilities'
Metro's latest snafu left hundreds of commuters stranded for hours Tuesday evening. And at least one person thinks the malfunction was just waiting to happen.
Express Lanes: A quick way to go broke?
Drivers are expected to have access to the Beltway Express Lanes between Springfield and Dulles Toll Road by the end of the year.
How to get pulled over for hanging an air freshener
The law has to do with "obstruction of view" through the windshield. From Virginia, to the District, to Montgomery and Prince George's counties, police officers are well within their right to stop you and ticket you for the offense.
How well do you know your E-ZPass fees?
E-ZPass has spread to 14 states, but it is not a one size fits all program.
Ride On rates, parking fees could go up in Mont. Co.
Montgomery County is considering increases to Ride On bus rates, as well as charging more for parking in certain areas.
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