But Virginia Tech recently decided to pull out of the project. American MagLev is currently looking at other sites in Virginia. But a Richmond based lobbyist for the company says it's unclear whether they'll be able to keep a seven million dollar loan approved by the General Assembly now that Virginia Tech has backed out of the project. The driver of this tractor trailer pulled over to the side of the road when he noticed flames coming from the rear of his truck. Firefighters were able to extinquish the blaze quickly.
Officials suspect the truck's brakes caused the fire.
Witnesses noticed smoke coming from this van. Officials say it was fully engulfed by the time the owner returned to the vehicle. Troutville firefighters were able to contain the blaze within minutes. No one was injured in either incident. Wall Street couldn't keep all of yesterday's advance.