Louisiana House Bill 1031 has been passed by the Louisiana Legislature, and now it awaits the governor's signature.
The bill, according to The Daily Advertiser, the bill is "to end the free ride for electric and hybrid vehicles owners" in Louisiana...
Political consultant and author James Carville and friend driving in New Orleans got the jolt of their lives when Carville's car came to a sudden halt after falling into a rain-filled pothole and couldn't get out.
Bottom line: don't let the melting snow/ice/slush become a false indication that things are safe. As long as temperatures are near freezing, danger lurks.
The national average of total roadway that is below acceptable standards (crappy and potholey) is 3%. While Louisiana is clocking a smooth 7%, it still isn't the worst.
New research shows rough, congested, and unsafe roads are costing Louisiana motorists around $6.9 billion annually, which could cost up to almost $2,300 per driver.
A flat tire, no one wants one. Better be careful driving around Lafayette then. There are things around our city that are supposed to protect us, but instead, are the devil in disguise just waiting to tear up our tires.