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TET 2017 - Chapter 1 - Summary Indicators

Transportation makes economic activity possible by enabling the production of goods and services—for instance, in carrying the raw materials needed to manufacture goods. Transportation also serves as a major economic activity itself. Households, businesses, and the government directly consume transportation goods (e.g., vehicles and motor fuel) and services (e.g., public transit and commercial airline transportation) to meet their travel needs.

Transportation Statistics Annual Report 2017

PDF: Transportation Statistics Annual Report (TSAR) 2017 

Chapter 1 - Extent and Physical Condition of the U.S. Transportation System

Chapter 2 - Moving People

Chapter 3 - ...

Pocket Guide to Transportation

The BTS Pocket Guide to Transportation is a popular, quick reference guide that provides transportation statistics at your fingertips. It provides key information and highlights major trends on the U.S. transportation system. 

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