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Ever wonder what’s going on with the Boston area traffic? Roads: A Traffic Podcast explores the projects and events that will affect your ride. Hosted by Boston area traffic reporter Dan Mazella.
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Why are the MBTA lines named after colors? Also, who the H-E-Double-Hockey-Sticks is Charlie and why is he the name of the card we use to ride the trains? I have those answers. To send topics, ideas, or stories: RoadsPodcast@TTWNetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 1st, 1908, Ford's Model T was available for the common person to own. Should electric cars follow in the same footsteps?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Starting November 1st 2022, forgetting to get an inspection sticker could cost you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A recent post on Reddit revealed that after the Orange Line work is completed, the Red Line will be the next of the MBTA to have a similar shutdown. This work may be happening sooner then you think. *this story is still developing*See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark the calendars! Starting August 19 the entire Orange Line of the MBTA will be shut down for 30 straight days. Will this solve the problem and why just 30 days? Also, how can you get around without it? Listen to this short episode to get all the info you need.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yes, there IS a difference. Take a listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You now have the song stuck in your head. Here's a little history of the industry that keeps our cars looking nice!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer is coming to Boston! Time for some major roadwork. This time, the Sumner Tunnel, is getting a makeover but it's going to take more than this summer to finish.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are you a member of the rebellion or an officer in the Empire? Taking a trip away from the asphalt and a look into the star ships from a galaxy far, far away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A little history of the iconic car that aids Batman in his crusade on crime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's the "thump" you dread to feel. Potholes...New England's mortal enemies. Here's how to report one and tips to get your money back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Tis the season for Christmas Tree shopping....fa alala lalala. Here are 5 tips to make sure you (and the tree) make it home in one piece.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the second Monday in August, the roads are quiet in Rhode Island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There's a minimum requirement on how high a bridge and overpass needs to be if it crosses over any interstate road. Is Massachusetts just doing the minimum or was this poor planning on the driver? Plus, now that the lanes on RT 93 South are open, what's next?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Another bridge on I-93 South was hit?! Take a listen to see how the bridge repair at the Roosevelt Circle overpass is going to effect your ride on I-93 but also the surrounding roads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's dangerous, yes, but each state has their own set of laws on the subject of riding in an open pickup truck bed. What are the ones for Massachusetts and the rest of New England? It may surprise you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More roadwork on the weekends! Starting on Friday, July 18th and going through August several bridges on the Mass Pike/I-90 are going to be replaced. Find out which ones will slow down your ride.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
So what is going on with getting a Massachusetts Inspection Sticker?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The year is 1956 and the Interstate is being built. Wait, don't you mean highways? And what's the difference between a road, street, and avenue? It's all broken down in this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fellow traffic reporter Zachary Babb of Total Traffic & Weather Network in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas is here to discuss how the current chaotic weather is impacting travel on the roads in his area and chat about that deadly 100+ car pile up that was in the news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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