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Brightline West earmarks $21B for LA‑Las Vegas high‑speed rail
Brightline West is allocating roughly $21 billion to construct a high‑speed rail line linking Los Angeles and Las Vegas, targeting completion before the 2028 Olympics. The two‑hour train will compete directly with the three‑hour door‑to‑door flight that carries about two million passengers each year, offering comparable or lower fares.
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By the numbers: AIP Management acquires additional stake in Cross London Trains
Transport for London (TfL) is reviewing proposals to charge owners of large SUVs for driving in the capital, citing heightened safety risks, especially to children. The Vision Zero report shows SUVs make pedestrians 14% more likely to die, and children 77% more likely, prompting plans to expand 20 mph zones and cut major road speed limits from 50 mph to 40 mph. Cardiff has already introduced higher parking fees for SUVs, and London may follow with similar tariffs. The initiative aligns with broader efforts to reduce congestion, emissions, and road fatalities across the city.
Vueling, a leading IAG‑owned carrier, has appointed gategroup as its new Retail‑on‑Board and catering partner across its European network. The agreement introduces gategroup’s 360° digital retail ecosystem, delivering real‑time analytics, data‑driven touchpoints and streamlined onboard operations. In parallel, gategroup will...
Trinity Industries reported a 73% jump in full‑year EPS to $3.14, helped by a $194 million non‑cash gain from its railcar investment vehicle restructuring and strong leasing performance. Leasing and Services revenue grew 5.5% with operating profit up 53% and fleet...
Universal Logistics Holdings reported Q2 2025 revenue of $393.8 million, but net income plunged 73% to $8.3 million, driving the operating margin down to 5.1%. All three segments saw declines: contract logistics margin fell to 8.4% without the Stanton project, trucking...
Mountfleurie Bridge, a 102‑metre pedestrian footbridge on the Levenmouth Rail Link, opened with a novel lighting scheme that balances visual performance and environmental sensitivity. i‑vision implemented a staggered, interleaved arrangement of Elektra 1712 linear luminaires, reducing fixture quantity by about 63 %...
Tampa International Airport launched its new Blue Shuttles on March 13, replacing the aging Red fleet at Airsides A and C. The next‑generation Innovia APM R cars, built by Alstom, feature proprietary software, upgraded electrical systems, concrete guideways, enhanced lighting,...
Xiaomi announced a free retrofit for the SU7 Ultra’s $5,800 carbon‑fiber hood, which previously featured non‑functional “fake” vents. The three‑hour upgrade installs electronically‑actuated vanes that open to channel airflow and increase downforce in track mode or above 93 mph. The fix...
Clutch Towing Inc., launched in Brooklyn in 2020, has expanded to serve the greater New York City area and parts of New Jersey. The company offers 24/7 emergency towing, roadside assistance, and heavy‑duty services for both private drivers and commercial fleets. By...
Sunswift Racing has teamed up with Ericsson to embed 5G‑grade connectivity and live telemetry into its solar‑powered car for the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. The partnership shifts the team from analog gauges to real‑time data streams, allowing engineers to fine‑tune...
A U.S. Air Force KC‑135 Stratotanker crashed in Iraq during Operation Epic Fury, the campaign against Iran. CENTCOM said the incident occurred in friendly airspace and was not caused by hostile or friendly fire. Casualties remain unclear and rescue efforts...
A U.S. Air Force KC-135 tanker crashed in western Iraq, killing all six crew members. The incident occurred during Operation Epic Fury and involved two aircraft, with the second landing safely. CENTCOM said the loss was not caused by hostile...
The LMI is signaling low inventory, high turn retail supply chains. This bodes extremely well for freight carriers, as it means that we will either see: more inventory build in supply chains with slower turns (good for carriers) or a...
Revelstoke Mountain Resort’s flagship high‑speed Stoke Chair was forced offline after a gearbox fault was discovered during routine maintenance. The resort ordered replacement components from the United States and Europe and has been working around the clock to restore service,...
United Airlines faces a lawsuit after a four‑year‑old was scalded by 200‑degree tea on a Newark‑Tel Aviv flight. The plaintiff relies on the Montreal Convention, which obliges carriers to compensate for onboard injuries but caps damages at about $216,000. The dispute...
BMW has released a teaser image hinting at a facelift for the 2027 7‑Series sedan, marking a mid‑cycle refresh rather than a brand‑new generation. The update will feature a redesigned front fascia with sleeker split headlights and an illuminated kidney...
Sony Honda Mobility confirmed it has no new information on the Afeela 1 after Honda announced a pause on its U.S. EV program, which includes the 0 Series sedan, SUV and Acura RSX. The joint venture had completed trial production...
U.S. Air Force leaders warned that a prospective stealthy strategic airlifter to replace the aging C‑5M and C‑17 faces significant design and production hurdles. Gen. Randall Reed told the Senate Armed Services Committee that while strategic airlift remains a top...
Researchers at Harvard and the NBER found that major album releases cause a spike in streaming and traffic fatalities. On days when the ten most streamed albums dropped between 2017‑2022, streaming rose 43% and traffic deaths increased 15%, adding 182...
UK‑based Oxa raised $103 million in a Series D round led by the National Wealth Fund, with participation from NVIDIA Ventures and other investors. The capital will fast‑track development of its Oxa Driver autonomous‑driving software and the Oxa Hub cloud platform, which...
A coalition of flight schools, pilots, instructors and aviation businesses at Falcon Field Airport has asked the Mesa City Council to reject a proposed $30 per‑landing fee that would apply to general aviation, including training flights. The fee, slated for...
Medline announced a new 1.2‑million‑square‑foot distribution center in Midlothian, Texas, slated to become operational in the second quarter of 2027. The facility adds to the company’s network of 45 centers and marks its second hub in the Dallas‑Fort Worth market. Equipped...
Trains is hosting its first in-person B2B event about the Future of Rail: The next decade in Chattanooga on July 28, 2026. We are working on an unbelievable lineup of C-suite speakers and senior leaders to discuss the future of...
The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV eliminates the steering‑wheel‑mounted regenerative‑brake paddle that defined earlier models. Chief Engineer Jeremy Short explains the change stems from a more sophisticated brake controller that seamlessly blends friction and regen, making the paddle redundant. The new...
FlightPath3D announced a senior leadership expansion and a major operational upgrade in Irvine, California. The company now counts over 5,000 commercial and 1,500 business or government aircraft using its immersive inflight map platform. New hires include a Vice President for...
This is a hilarious report from the MARTA Board meeting today, and a sobering reminder that just because someone has been appointed to a City board or committee, that doesn't mean they're particularly qualified or productive (if I get real...
The article examines Manhattan’s emerging micro‑hub and spoke delivery system, where trucks park at neighborhood focal points and workers complete last‑mile drops on foot using hand carts. This model sidesteps the need for costly local warehousing or autonomous robots by...
AVWeb’s Picture of the Day showcases a vintage, ski‑equipped DC‑3 flying low over Antarctica’s Darwin Glacier. The image captures the historic aircraft operating in one of the planet’s most extreme environments. It underscores the enduring capability of legacy planes when...
Suburban communities are increasingly investing in public transit to address rising poverty and high car‑ownership costs. In 2024, 46 of 53 transit‑funding ballot measures succeeded, including measures in Flagstaff, AZ and Owosso, MI, reflecting strong voter support. Projects such as...
The Trump administration filed a lawsuit against California challenging its stringent tailpipe emissions standards, arguing they force an unlawful rapid shift to electric vehicles. The suit follows congressional action that blocked California's plan to ban new gasoline car sales by...
IDB Invest is providing $283 million to Rutas del Este—a consortium of Grupo Sacyr and Ocho A—to extend Paraguay’s Route 2 by roughly 61 kilometers, linking Asunción with Luque, Areguá and San Bernardino. The upgrade adds new alignments, beltways, intersections and viaducts, aiming to cut congestion, improve...
Boeing recorded 16 first flights of the 737 MAX through March 11, showing the assembly line is still operating at a normal rate. However, only three MAX aircraft were delivered in March, leaving thirteen completed jets in inventory awaiting a wiring repair....
Connecticut lawmakers have introduced a bill that eases the state’s zero‑emission school‑bus deadlines, moving the 100% target to 90% by July 1 2040 and keeping an all‑alternative‑fuel requirement for July 1 2035. Distressed municipalities would need only 50% zero‑emission buses by 2035, reaching full...
OOCL’s 2025 results were hit by a volatile shipping market, heightened trade tensions and new US tariffs. Revenue slipped 9.3% year‑over‑year to $9.7 billion, while EBIT and net profit plunged 42% and 41% respectively, each landing at $1.5 billion. Despite the earnings...
On March 9, 2026 the U.S. DOT and FAA unveiled the Advanced Air Mobility and eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP), selecting eight multi‑state projects to begin real‑world operations by summer 2026. The program gives manufacturers a structured pathway to fly in national...
Formula 1’s 2026 technical package introduced driver‑activated overtake and boost modes, sparking on‑track battles like those at the Australian Grand Prix. Charles Leclerc likened the new boost to a Mario Kart mushroom, prompting a wave of similar comments from peers such as...
We've been looking at scenarios on the total volume of goods pumped through the economy, based on current geopolitical developments: Our general view is that the impact of high oil prices isn't as dramatic as one would initially fear in...
NEW: US Treasury issued a general license for the delivery and sale of Russian oil loaded on vessels as of March 12. Moscow continues to be the single largest beneficiary of the Iran War. https://t.co/oVlT1gzuuN
Lucid unveiled a new midsize electric‑vehicle platform designed to underpin three upcoming SUVs priced below $50,000, marking a strategic push into the high‑volume midsize SUV segment. The first two models, the Earth and Cosmos, will offer distinct size and sportiness...
Lucid CFO on the show tomorrow. Believe its the first interview he's done since joining Lucid. Very interested in Robotaxi economics from Lucid's POV. Welcome your questions
KC-135 Tanker Crashes In Iraq During Operation Epic Fury Sortie U.S. Central Command says two aircraft were involved in the incident and that a search and rescue effort is currently underway. https://t.co/kNmwYcORgp
Used‑vehicle auction prices climbed 4% year‑over‑year in February 2026, with luxury models rising 4.1% and electric vehicles 1.8%. Rising auction costs are prompting major dealers such as AutoNation and Sonic Automotive to rely heavily on self‑sourcing through trade‑ins, lease returns...
Will be on NewsNation - the Hill on 15 minutes to talk about the State of Freight
VIDEO EXPLAINER: The most important map of the Third Gulf War — the oilfields, the Strait of Hormuz, and the bypass pipelines. Plus a look at how, two weeks into the war, Iran is still exporting lots of its oil,...
Chinese EV maker Xpeng has launched its new G6 electric coupe‑SUV across all UK retailers. The model features an 800 V electrical architecture and a lithium‑iron‑phosphate battery that can charge from 10‑80 % in about 12 minutes, delivering up to 326 miles WLTP...
Pilot “we have a smooth flight ahead today for you” Actual reports from pilots across US today: https://t.co/JSJaee4rf7
thousands of NYC teenagers ride the subway after 7PM every day and in fact they are quite safe... @SecDuffy
The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) will host its 2026 Economic Opportunity & Policy Forum in Washington, DC, from March 18‑20. The three‑day event gathers aviation leaders, policymakers, and small‑business owners to discuss Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concessions...
There's a lot to like about the modern Genesis auto design, but with its own infotainment system, it's not so easy to unpair a smartphone. Here's how to do it, step-by-step: https://t.co/OWRZSA580N #cars #auto #genesis @genesisUSA https://t.co/e93ONmrk4Z
Gas prices are up 22% in the past month, but that's for regular unleaded. Diesel is up 32% -- and that's a pass-along price that can impact what we pay for lots of goods.
American Airlines has expanded its AAdvantage program to let members redeem miles for gift cards from retailers such as Target, Sephora, Chipotle and Starbucks. The new portal offers cards ranging from $10 to $50 at an approximate value of 0.7...
