For Peggy Dickie, the end came when she tried to cross a street during rush hour in Northwest Washington. For Betty Lou Vest, it was just before 8 p.m. near an intersection in Clarksburg, Md. For Irma Taracena, it was on a poorly lit road around 9:40 in Falls Church, Va.
All three pedestrians were among the scores killed in the Washington region and the 28,642 killed nationally between 2010 and 2015 after being struck by cars.
Pedestrian deaths soared by 25 percent during the period, far outpacing the 6 percent overall increase in traffic fatalities.
LeasePlan USA has announced a new addition to its global team, who will partner with multinational companies seeking results-driven global fleet solutions.
Heidi DiAngelo joins LeasePlan as senior vice president - international, as the company launches a new brand and strategy around fleet mobility services and innovation.
“This is a pivotal time in the global fleet management market, as customers increasingly look for a global partner to provide the most efficient solution for their international footprint,” said DiAngelo. “I am excited to join this team and be a part of LeasePlan’s global vision, while continuing to serve and consult with customers in the industry.”
Transport industry veteran Julie Allen has joined PARS as the Southeast Regional Sales Manager.
Julie is responsible for achieving key sales objectives by managing existing and new client relations in the company’s southeast territory. Julie joins PARS with over 10 years of business development and sales experience that includes the fleet vehicle transport sector.
Reporting to Terry Langness, Vice President of National Sales, Allen will serve customers and introduce PARS vehicle transport and logistics services to companies in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
Mr. Wolford is a 28-year veteran of CEI who oversees the client services team that is responsible for the day to day management of CEI customers, the loss recovery team responsible for subrogation collection – which totaled over $54 million in 2016 – and the salvage operation that sell total loss vehicles for CEI’s clients.
“I am particularly pleased to announce the promotion of John because he is the epitome of integrity and unconditional dedication,” says Claudia Smolda, Chief of Staff and CEI co-founder. “He always gives 100 percent in his relations with our repair shop owners, vendors, strategic partners, and employees.”
News Bureau, University of Missouri
As the summer months approach, most people turn to thoughts of sunshine, outdoor barbecues and destination trips.Yet travelers often are greeted by detours, lane closures and delays for road repairs that generally are reserved for warmer weather.
Researchers at the University of Missouri have studied systems to alleviate inevitable backups and delays.
Researchers found that using variable speed limits in construction zones may ease congestion, reduce crashes and make work zones safer for both workers and travelers nationally.