EVs At 98.6% Share In Norway – Tesla Model Y Best-Seller
Plug‑in electric vehicles captured 98.6% of Norway’s passenger‑car registrations in Q1 2026, up from 95.2% a year earlier. Battery‑electric cars alone accounted for 97.9% of sales while plug‑in hybrids fell to 0.7%. Overall volume slipped 14% YoY to 27,175 units, but Tesla’s Model Y led the market with 5,406 units sold. New higher VAT rates and the end of BEV tax exemptions created a brief sales dip in January‑February before a March rebound.
British Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner Grounded After It Was Impaled By Engineering Steps As Passengers Watched On From Crowded Bus
British Airways’ 787‑10 Dreamliner was grounded after yellow engineering steps left under the fuselage were impaled when the aircraft was refuelled for a Heathrow‑Chicago flight. The $355 million aircraft had a hatch opened for oxygen‑cylinder replacement, and the refuelling of roughly...
Iran Parliament Speaker Says US Has Jeopardised Shipping Security Through Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s parliament speaker warned that U.S. actions have jeopardized shipping and energy transit through the Strait of Hormuz, accusing Washington and its allies of violating a cease‑fire and imposing a blockade. He described the current status quo as intolerable for...
Boosting Made-in-EU EVs & Batteries with the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA)
The European Commission’s Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) seeks to embed Union‑preference rules and foreign‑direct‑investment (FDI) conditions into law to accelerate a Made‑in‑EU electric‑vehicle and battery ecosystem. Transport & Environment (T&E) welcomes the proposal but warns that loopholes—such as subsidies for...
Tesla Owners Keep Coming Back for More
Tesla clinched the S&P Global Mobility Overall Loyalty to Make award for the fourth year running, underscoring the brand’s ability to retain buyers. The automaker also secured the Highest Conquest Percentage award for a sixth consecutive year, reflecting its success...
What Is Green Shipping? Green Shipping for Ecommerce
Green shipping integrates low‑carbon fuels, electric vehicles, sustainable packaging and carbon offsetting to slash emissions across sea, land and air logistics. The transportation sector accounts for roughly 14% of global greenhouse‑gas output, with maritime shipping alone responsible for 3% (about...
‘How Do We Remember to Remember Disabled People?’: When Winter Weather Is an Accessibility Disaster
A record‑breaking 2026 winter dumped unprecedented snow across the Northeast, leaving curb cuts and sidewalks buried and effectively trapping many disabled residents inside their homes. Research shows wheelchair users cut trips and travel distance dramatically during snow events, while a...
Tuesday’s Headlines Need to Get Groceries
Federal transit funding is drying up, leaving residents of food deserts without affordable ways to reach grocery stores and forcing many to rely on costly delivery services. At the same time, a shortage of transit workers—exacerbated by low wages, safety...
You Have No Idea How Much You Still Use BlackBerry
BlackBerry has reinvented itself by monetizing QNX, its real‑time operating system embedded in roughly 275 million cars worldwide. The software underpins critical driver‑assistance functions such as collision warnings, blind‑spot alerts and adaptive cruise control. Beyond automotive, QNX powers surgical robots, factory...
Israel April 2026: Chinese at 47.3% Share, Omoda Jaecoo Hits Record 15.5% Share
In April 2026 Omoda Jaecoo surged to the top of Israel’s new‑car market with a 15.5% share, up 190.7% year‑over‑year, making it the leading brand. Chinese manufacturers collectively captured 47.3% of registrations, more than double their 21.7% share a year...
Vegas Loop to Take Over Monorail?
The Boring Company’s Vegas Loop is proposing to dismantle the aging Las Vegas Monorail’s 3.9‑mile elevated guideway and replace it with a precast two‑lane roadway for Tesla‑driven Loop vehicles. Existing monorail stations would be retrofitted as Loop access points, eliminating the...
Questar Releases Total Fleet Health Solution Worldwide
Questar Auto Technologies has rolled out its Total Fleet Health solution worldwide, featuring upgraded AI models that deliver root‑cause analysis, early fault detection, and dynamic health scores for each vehicle. The platform now includes an embedded AI Assistant that answers...
New Trump Palm Beach Airport Renaming Deal — He’ll Control The Merch And Messaging
Palm Beach County and the Trump Organization have struck a deal to rename Palm Beach International Airport as President Donald J. Trump International Airport, effective July 1, 2026, pending FAA approval. The agreement grants the county royalty‑free, perpetual use of the Trump...
FedEx Freight Spinoff: John Smith Outlines 2026 LTL Roadmap
FedEx Freight will spin off from its parent on June 1, trading under the ticker FDXF and emerging as the nation’s largest less‑than‑truckload carrier with 365 locations and 30,000 vehicles. Incoming CEO John Smith outlined a multi‑fuel roadmap that leans on...
Singapore Oil Inflows Throw up Fuel Warning Light for Australia
Since the February 28 outbreak of the Middle East war, global oil logistics have been reshaped, with the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck only now rippling through Asian markets. Singapore’s oil imports have surged, diverting cargoes that would have traditionally passed through...
Roadcheck 2026: Toughest States for HOS Violations
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Roadcheck 2026 will run May 12‑14, and historical data suggests owner‑operators face roughly a 1‑in‑5 chance of being inspected. Hours‑of‑service (HOS) violations remain the top out‑of‑service category, with Indiana topping the state rankings at more than...
Daily Energy Report
Oil prices surged on May 4 as Iran intensified drone and missile attacks on UAE infrastructure and shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, pushing Brent crude to about $115 a barrel and WTI to $106. The United States responded with...
Is the Uber X Waymo Partnership Coming to an End?
Uber’s "Waymo on Uber" product lets riders hail Waymo’s fully driverless cars in Austin and Atlanta, giving Uber a unique AV offering. Waymo, the only U.S. provider of paid driverless rides, is now expanding into new markets without Uber and...
How Big Is the Spirit-Sized Gap?
AirInsight announced that Spirit Airlines has been removed from its data set, a move that contrasts sharply with the disproportionate amount of editorial coverage the carrier receives despite holding less than 2% of the U.S. domestic market. The U.S. Department...
Ford Follows Industry Lead as April New Car Sales Drop 14.4 Percent
Ford Motor Co. reported a 14.4% year‑over‑year drop in April new‑car sales, with hybrid volumes plunging 32.5%. Every model line fell compared with 2025, while SUVs slipped 16.6% and trucks 14.1%. The company’s bright spots were the Bronco (+18.8%), Mustang...
How Integrated Powertrains Beat EPA 2027
At ACT Expo 2026, leaders from Volvo, International Motors, Cummins and DTNA warned that diesel will remain the primary powertrain for North American trucks as the EPA’s 2027 emissions standards approach. They outlined strategies to achieve an 80% cut in engine‑out NOx...
EV Plans Are Being Rewritten Around Risk
Nissan announced on April 30 that it is scrapping a $500 million EV build‑out at its Canton, Mississippi plant, shifting the facility back to hybrid and internal‑combustion SUV production. At the same time, major OEMs such as Ford, GM, Mercedes‑Benz and...
Prime Route Transport, a Super Ego Chameleon Fleet, Accused of ELD Cheating with Video Evidence
Prime Route Transport, identified as a Super Ego chameleon carrier, is under fire after video evidence showed the fleet manipulating electronic logging device (ELD) data to add driving hours. The driver, John Brasher, also detailed unsafe vehicle conditions, poor maintenance, and...
Abu Dhabi’s First Solar-Integrated Maritime Facility Inaugurated
Abu Dhabi inaugurated Al Dhannah Community Harbour, the emirate’s first solar‑integrated maritime facility. The project, a joint effort by the Integrated Transport Centre, AD Ports Group and Abu Dhabi Maritime, adds a modern ferry terminal, public marina and extensive leisure...
Up to 110,000 United Miles For New Card: Unlocks Faster Flight Earning, Lower Award Prices
United Airlines has overhauled its MileagePlus program, tying the most valuable earning rates and lower award prices to ownership of a United co‑branded credit card. New card offers now deliver up to 110,000 bonus miles and 3,000 Premier Qualifying Points,...
Port of Gdańsk Records Growth in First Quarter of 2026
The Port of Gdańsk handled 20.9 million tonnes of cargo in the first quarter of 2026, a 13.6% increase over the same period last year. Container throughput surged 22% to 761,896 TEUs, while liquid fuels grew 7% to nearly 10 million tonnes,...
Gas Prices High. EV Sales Higher. Will the Trend Hold?
Rising gasoline prices are spurring a noticeable uptick in electric‑vehicle (EV) sales, with regions like California seeing the sharpest growth. The Urban EV Podcast highlights that while automakers are expanding fast‑charging networks, the real bottleneck remains home and multifamily charging...
Confirmed: Electrified Freelander 8 Locked and Loaded for Australia. Coming to Fight Denza B5, Toyota Prado and Ford Everest
The Freelander 8, an all‑electric or range‑extender SUV born from a Land Rover‑Chery joint venture, will debut in right‑hand‑drive form for Australia and New Zealand, with production potentially starting in 2027. The model revives the Freelander name after a 25‑year gap...
Why Bespoke Software Is the Multiplier for EV Asset Returns
Generic e‑mobility platforms often leave EV charging assets under‑utilized and priced statically, eroding returns. Bespoke software layers connect hardware to dynamic pricing, fleet‑specific contracts, and grid‑aware dispatch, turning chargers into revenue engines. By delivering asset‑level performance data, predictive maintenance, and...
Why Drivers Use Antiradar Stickers in 2026
By 2026, automated license‑plate recognition (ALPR) systems have shifted from simple visual capture to analyzing optical signal consistency. Anti‑radar stickers, which subtly alter the reflectivity of a plate, exploit this change by introducing controlled variations that degrade recognition accuracy, especially...
Project44 Announced Its Acquisition of Lunapath.ai
Project44 announced the acquisition of AI‑focused startup Lunapath.ai, merging its real‑time visibility network with Lunapath’s predictive analytics engine. The deal creates a unified platform that not only tracks shipments across modes but also forecasts bottlenecks, recommends alternative routes, and learns...
EP257: Introducing Amazon Supply Chain Services
Amazon has launched Amazon Supply Chain Services, extending its $100 billion logistics network to sellers of all sizes. The service promises faster delivery, lower fulfillment costs, and access to Amazon‑run warehousing, transportation, and analytics tools. It targets businesses from $10 K to...
How Tire Monitoring Technology Reduces Fleet Fuel Costs
Fleet operators are increasingly turning to tire‑pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) and low‑rolling‑resistance tires to curb fuel expenses, a priority as diesel prices surge. Only about 15% of fleets currently deploy TPMS on trailers, while over half use automated inflation, yet...
"This Is Unacceptable": Duffy Sounds Off After United Jet Clips Light Pole, Truck In New Jersey
On Sunday, United Airlines Flight UA169, a Boeing 767‑424 arriving from Venice, clipped a light pole and a delivery truck on the New Jersey Turnpike during its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport. The incident injured the truck driver,...
JetBlue Offers Status Match to Former Spirit Airlines Elite Members
JetBlue announced a status‑match program for Spirit Airlines’ Free Spirit Silver and Gold members, moving them into JetBlue’s Mosaic 1 or Mosaic 2 tiers. The offer coincides with JetBlue’s addition of 11 former Spirit routes from Fort Lauderdale, expanding its...
The Coming Air Age that Wasn’t: How Igor Sikorsky Provided the Template for eVTOL Hype
In October 2016 Uber Elevate released a white paper promising electric vertical‑take‑off‑and‑landing (eVTOL) air taxis, igniting a wave of hype that peaked in 2021 when developers like Joby and Archer announced billion‑dollar revenue forecasts. Analysts such as McKinsey and Morgan...
DoorDash Is Bad For Restaurants, Drivers, And Customers — Why Does Everyone Keep Using It?
DoorDash’s commission model forces restaurants to add surcharges and absorb 15‑30% fees, squeezing already thin profit margins. Drivers receive low pay and often deliver sub‑par service, leading to food‑quality issues. Consumers face higher total costs, while restaurants lose direct customer...
Oberpfaffenhofen’s Mini Aero Cluster
Oberpfaffenhofen, a historic German airfield 30 km west of Munich, is re‑emerging as a European hub for niche commercial aircraft. The Airtech Campus now hosts around 8,000 staff and offers full‑cycle design, manufacturing, testing and MRO services. Two legacy Dornier turboprops—the...
Air Canada Suspends Several More US Routes as Network Adjustments Continue
Air Canada announced the suspension of four U.S. routes—Toronto to Sacramento (effective August 1), Vancouver to Raleigh (effective July 29), Toronto to Charleston (effective September 6) and a temporary pause on Montreal to Austin (September 5‑October 19). The cuts follow the airline’s earlier decision to...
Yang Ming Chairman: Early Peak Season Seen in 2025
Yang Ming Marine Transport chairman Chuck Tsai said the ongoing US‑Israel‑Iran war and the recent closure of the Strait of Hormuz have pushed the long‑haul peak shipping season forward from the usual third quarter to the current month. He noted...
Made in Japan, Cleaner in America
A new Energy Institute working paper finds that Japan’s 2009 fuel‑economy subsidy, which paid consumers about $1,500 for high‑efficiency cars, boosted the fuel economy of Japanese‑made models sold in the United States by roughly 8.65%. While the subsidy raised domestic...
Tales From the Beat Episode 122: Sam Locricchio
The latest episode of Tales from the Beat features Sam Locricchio, director of account services at Near Perfect Media, discussing high‑profile PR crises, the automotive industry’s EV communication missteps, and the enduring importance of human‑centric media relations. He breaks down...
18 EV Fast Chargers Running On 100% Renewable Electricity Installed In Germany
EnBW has installed 18 ultra‑fast EV chargers along Germany’s A6 and A7 motorways, each capable of delivering up to 400 kW. The stations are located near Landstuhl in Rhineland‑Palatinate and Ellwangen‑Jagst in Bavaria. All chargers are powered exclusively by 100 % renewable...
Joel Wayment: Rethinking Waste in the Cold Chain
In a follow‑up interview with Pharmaceutical Commerce, Joel Wayment, VP of 3PL Services at Cardinal Health, highlighted the hidden waste problem in pharma cold‑chain logistics. While recyclable materials have improved, single‑use gel packs and insulated containers still dominate shipments. Wayment...
Can Trump’s “Project Freedom” Reopen Hormuz?
The U.S. has launched “Project Freedom,” a naval initiative aimed at re‑establishing commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz after recent Iranian disruptions. While the operation includes carrier strike groups and escort vessels, the strait is not yet fully reopened...
A Minute With Alan® — What’s A Sports Car?
In the May 4, 2026 edition of “A Minute With Alan®,” Alan Weiss examines what truly defines a sports car. He highlights core attributes such as high horsepower, low weight, sharp handling, and an engaging driver experience, while noting that brand heritage...
MSC Adds Zarzis to Libya Service
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has added the Tunisian port of Zarzis to its Italy‑North Africa Libya Service, marking the first regular container call at the location. The revised rotation will run Gioia Tauro, Misurata, Tripoli, Zarzis and back to Gioia...
West Seattle / Downtown via SODO Busway
Sound Transit’s long‑term West Seattle Link plan faces funding and timing hurdles, prompting a proposal to upgrade bus infrastructure instead. By extending the Spokane Street Viaduct ramps and adding dedicated bus lanes on the SODO Busway, riders could enjoy a...
Early Edition: May 4, 2026
President Trump announced Project Freedom, a U.S. effort to guide stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran unveiled a 14‑point ceasefire proposal that includes lifting sanctions and ending the naval blockade. The U.S. has created an enhanced...
Singapore Airlines Chooses Ultra-Fast Starlink Wi-Fi But Passengers Could Be Left Disappointed… Here’s Why
Singapore Airlines announced a partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink to provide ultra‑fast, free Wi‑Fi on its long‑haul fleet. The airline will equip only three aircraft types – the Airbus A350‑900 LR, A350‑900 ULR and the A380 – and the retrofit...