Know What's Happening in Transportation
Know What's Happening in Transportation
Brightline West earmarks $21B for high‑speed LA‑Las Vegas rail
Brightline West is allocating roughly $21B to build a high‑speed rail line linking Los Angeles and Las Vegas, targeting completion before the 2028 Olympics. The two‑hour service will compete with a three‑hour door‑to‑door flight that carries about two million passengers each year, with fares ranging from $80 to $250.
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DH Shipbuilding landed a 130 billion KRW (~$98 million) contract for a new Suezmax crude oil tanker from an Oceania shipping firm, pushing the yard to 82% of its 2026 order target within the first quarter. The deal marks the ninth order the company has secured in Q1, underscoring a strong repeat‑customer relationship that began in 2023. Premium pricing reflects the yard’s reputation for technical excellence and on‑time delivery. Delivery is slated for October 2029, positioning DH to meet or exceed its annual goal ahead of schedule.
American Airlines is running a limited‑time promotion that guarantees systemwide upgrades to business class for passengers who purchase premium‑economy tickets on eligible international flights departing in August 2026. The upgrade is confirmed within hours as long as business‑class seats remain...
Indonesia is accelerating the deployment of electric buses to modernize urban transit and cut emissions, but the rollout is constrained by a sparse charging network and high vehicle costs. The shift to electric fleets creates a demand for workers skilled...
Consumer Reports released its 2025 safest cars list, naming nine models that excel in crash avoidance, occupant protection, and pedestrian safety. The lineup includes a mix of luxury SUVs, hybrids, and electric vehicles, with the BMW X5 taking the top...
The SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo released its 2026 airshow schedule and the FAA’s accompanying NOTAM. The event runs April 14‑19 at Lakeland Linder International Airport, showcasing military demonstration teams such as the Thunderbirds, an F‑22 Raptor demo, and the Navy’s...
Infiniti will unveil its 2027 QX65 fastback SUV on March 26 at 7 p.m. EDT, marking the brand’s first all‑new model since 2021. The two‑row, coupe‑style SUV slots between the midsize QX60 and full‑size QX80, both of which received recent updates....
@americanair finally fixed one of the most annoying parts of flying, but only halfway… It’s a good start, but American should let everyone see delay and cancellation reasons. Right now, the only “hack” is to enroll in text alerts for every flight...
The article warns that using cruise control to maintain a constant speed during a new engine's break‑in period can cause uneven piston‑ring seating and premature cylinder‑wall wear. It explains that varying engine RPM between 500 and 1,000 miles allows rings...
House Transportation Committee Chair Sam Graves announced a proposal to levy an annual fee on electric and hybrid vehicles, aiming to generate up to $550 billion for highways and bridges. The plan mirrors a failed $250‑for‑EV, $100‑for‑hybrid fee from last year’s...
The Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) has released a new cost estimate of $13.5‑$15.2 billion, more than double the original $6 billion projection. Phase I, advertised at $7.5 billion, is backed by only $5 billion in identified revenue, leaving a shortfall of over $10 billion. The estimate...
Mitsubishi’s 2026 Outlander PHEV adds a larger 22.7 kWh battery, delivering a 45‑mile electric‑only range that outpaces most three‑row plug‑in hybrids. The SUV now produces 297 hp and maintains three rows of seating while its fuel tank shrinks to 14 gallons. Pricing starts...
Newt Gingrich floated a plan to blast a new shipping channel through the United Arab Emirates and Oman using a dozen thermonuclear detonations, aiming to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Experts estimate a 10‑to‑20‑year timeline, massive radioactive fallout, and...
A Transport & Environment study finds that a sustained oil price above $100 per barrel would make gasoline drivers in Europe pay roughly five times more per 100 km than electric‑vehicle owners. The analysis, based on the 2022 Russia‑Ukraine shock,...
The Recreational Aviation Foundation and the U.S. Bureau of Land Management have signed a renewed five‑year memorandum of understanding to coordinate aviation activities on BLM‑managed lands. The MOU emphasizes preservation, maintenance and improvement of existing backcountry airstrips and ensures RAF...
Utility Trailer Manufacturing introduced hybrid transport refrigeration units on March 16, leveraging Schmitz Cargobull’s advanced TRU and telematics technology. The 625+ Mono‑Temp Hybrid and 655MT+ Multi‑Temp Hybrid models feature micro‑channel condensers, two‑stage hermetic compressors, and a Body Control Unit for real‑time fleet...
Downtown Atlanta's afternoon commute. Many Georgia leaders drive through this, to and from the Capitol. Is their bias against public transit (and cities) so harsh that they never think: "man, this stinks; maybe we should start providing state funds to MARTA"...
Here is what I think will happen if USA can't keep strait of Hormuz open - I do think that USA will have a very low threshold for pain in the Gulf because Trump is elected on avoiding 'forever wars'....
The U.S. Postal Service warned Congress it will run out of cash and be unable to deliver mail within 12 months unless its $15 billion statutory borrowing limit is lifted and key regulatory constraints are eased. A 20‑year decline in mail...
There can be boots on the ground without ships but a large scale land invasion would absolutely require the US Merchant Marine ready reserve fleet These ships are too big to hide. @mercoglianos is watching them closely. Follow him & hit...
Kenworth unveiled the C580, the successor to the iconic C500 after 50 years, at the ConExpo‑Con/Agg show. The extreme‑duty truck is slated for production early next year and will be powered by Cummins X15 engines delivering up to 605 hp and...
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) projects global air‑passenger demand to more than double by 2050, reaching 20.8 trillion revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs) under its mid‑range scenario. Growth is driven by a 3.1% compound annual growth rate, with higher‑growth and lower‑growth...
Transdev Canada secured a 14‑year contract to operate exo’s commuter rail, maintain locomotives and yards, with a one‑year mobilization and two optional two‑year renewals. MARTA rolled out its upgraded Breeze fare‑payment system on March 28, 2026, adding tap‑to‑pay via cards...
Red Bull pilot Dario Costa successfully landed and took off from a moving train in Turkey, showcasing the brand’s commitment to extreme aerial stunts. The maneuver involved touching down on a locomotive traveling at roughly 30 km/h, merging high‑speed motorsport imagery with...
Bentley confirmed its upcoming Luxury Urban EV will launch as a pure electric vehicle, with no plans to add a combustion engine or plug‑in hybrid variant. CEO Frank‑Steffen Walliser said the PPE platform cannot accommodate a range‑extender and that retrofitting...
A Georgia passenger alleges Frontier Airlines removed her from a flight because crew mistook her deafness for non‑compliance, while the airline counters that she was expelled for bringing an open alcoholic beverage aboard, a violation of federal law and company...
Delta Air Lines is keeping its 20‑minute baggage guarantee, still offering 2,500 SkyMiles when checked bags miss the carousel. The airline has slashed the claim‑submission window from three days to just two hours after arrival. The change applies to all...
APM Terminals and Vietnam’s Hateco Group have secured a 50‑year concession to build the $1.8 billion Lieu Chieu container terminal in Da Nang. The facility will handle up to 5.7 million TEUs annually, with the first two berths slated for 2028 and full completion...
NASA is gearing up for the X‑59 quiet‑supersonic research aircraft's second flight, slated for this week from the Armstrong Flight Research Center at Edwards, California. The one‑hour mission will cruise at roughly 230 mph at 12,000 ft before climbing to 20,000 ft and...
NX Group completed the merger of PT. NX Lemo Indonesia Logistik and PT. Nippon Express Indonesia on March 1, 2026, creating a unified freight forwarding powerhouse. The consolidation ends a fragmented structure by bringing air and ocean services under one...
At the Best Fleets to Drive For conference, safety leaders from Nussbaum Transportation and TransPro Freight Systems highlighted how integrating safety and operations teams can eliminate friction and boost performance. Both companies train driver managers on operational tasks and create...
Bentley reported a seventh straight year of profit, posting €216 million operating profit for 2025 despite a 5% drop in vehicle deliveries. Revenue slipped only 1% to €2.6 billion, helped by higher‑margin bespoke options and strong Bentayga sales, including the new Bentayga...
The 2020 Porsche Macan blends sports‑car dynamics with compact SUV practicality, offering a turbocharged 2.0‑liter engine that delivers 248 hp and a 0‑60 time of 5.3 seconds. Reliability scores are strong—J.D. Power 80/100 and iSeeCars 8.1/10—and the model averages a 14‑year,...
Nissan announced it will begin exporting the Murano SUV, built in Smyrna, Tennessee, to Japan early next year, marking the first American‑made Nissan sold in Japan since the 1990s. The move follows recent regulatory changes that allow U.S.‑produced vehicles to...
Kia’s 2027 Telluride X‑Pro claims a 38.6‑inch wading depth, edging out the Land Rover Defender 110 (35.4 inches) and Ford Bronco Raptor (37 inches). Rivian’s R1S remains the only vehicle with a higher rating at 39 inches. The metric, while niche, highlights Kia’s unexpected...
Union Pacific (UP) joined Cook County’s $99.1 million Touhy Avenue project, constructing a new bridge that lifts UP tracks over the planned I‑490 tollway and improves access to O’Hare Airport. The upgrade, slated for completion by the end of 2027, will...
Georgia’s Department of Transportation has launched a $4.6 billion, 16‑mile State Route 400 Express Lanes project, with construction slated to begin in April 2026. The corridor will be delivered and operated for 56 years by SR400 Peach Partners, a consortium of Acciona Concessions,...
A powerful storm system dumped heavy snow across the Midwest and moved east, triggering massive flight disruptions. On Tuesday airlines canceled more than 1,000 U.S. flights and delayed about 4,200, while Monday’s cancellations topped 4,800 with 12,800 delays. The worst...
HAECO has extended its line‑maintenance partnership with All Nippon Airways through 2030, covering technical and non‑technical support for ANA’s Boeing 787, 767 and 777 freighter fleet based in Hong Kong. The deal reinforces more than two decades of collaboration, adding...
Dalilah’s law is up for committee hearing tomorrow. In its current form, it should pass. There has been some temptation to expand the law to include some issues that many drivers would revolt over: such as tracking chips in trucks and...
American AAdvantage has a rare and potentially lucrative promotion for those with systemwide upgrades, whereby upgrades can be confirmed at the time of booking. Is it worth it? https://t.co/A2jZxsG0Vz
How awful would a bus from Houston to Austin be? Scheming after annoying close-call delays in my last trip.
In the coming months, JetBlue will be rolling out its new domestic first class product. The airline will be making this cabin even bigger than initially planned, with 12-16 of these seats per plane. https://t.co/8xA2mFoSUh
American Is Confirming Business Class Upgrades On Almost Every Flight — Must Book By Wednesday Night - View from the Wing https://t.co/s9CrXu07xk
2 main re-routing avenues available to Gulf oil producers are: 1. Saudi East-West line 2. UAE's pipe to Fujairah As of yet, we're seeing ~half of what we hope will be the 4-5 MMbpd of East-West flow. And virtually nothing extra from Fujairah. Theoretical vs...
Up To 55% Of TSA Screeners Are Calling Out — Here’s 7 Ways To Still Get Through Airport Security - View from the Wing https://t.co/gmCiMiwTTo
As I laid out with great detail in my hour and a half long video last night….
"Global airlines sounded the alarm ... over soaring jet fuel prices triggered by the US-Israeli war against Iran, warning of hundreds of millions of extra costs, higher fares and cuts to some routes." Delta fuel costs up by $400mn for March...
Gonna say it again: there is no EV equivalent for jet fuel... #Refiners $VLO $PBF https://t.co/5A8N3DTrOh
Keep Hormuz closed long enough and it is a mathematical and logistical certainty. The only debate is "How long is 'long enough' to make that happen?"
The World’s Ugliest Airplane Just Flew For The First Time In a world of increasingly homogeneous- looking military aircraft designs, the platypus-like Kawasaki EC-2 is a radical outlier. https://t.co/m5g28IKfLn
