April 21, 2026
A third Autonomous Trucking Conference in North Dakota is scheduled for June 24 in Fargo and will highlight the industry’s shift from pilot projects to large-scale commercial deployments. The event will be hosted by the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute (UGPTI) at North Dakota State University and funded in part by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
April 21, 2026
During the week of June 1-7, 2025, trained observers visited 320 sites across 16 counties to collect seat belt use observations for drivers and right front-seat passengers in vehicles with gross vehicle weights up to 10,000 lbs. North Dakota’s seat belt use study provides statistically reliable data from a field survey of driver and right front-seat passenger seat belt use.
April 21, 2026
Last-mile parcel delivery remains a major challenge in rural areas where unpaved roads, long travel distances, and sparse demand limit the efficiency of truck-based logistics. This research provides a practical, data-driven framework for statewide drone logistics planning and demonstrates how rural states can benefit from advanced air mobility solutions.
April 6, 2026
National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) has been successful in spreading awareness for work zone safety across the country because of participation from organizations and individuals just like you.