The 5 Airlines With The Largest Boeing 737 Fleets In Early 2026
The article ranks the five airlines with the largest Boeing 737 fleets as of early 2026, led by Southwest Airlines with roughly 800 aircraft. Ryanair follows with about 460 jets, while United, American and Alaska complete the top five with 350, 300 and 250 units respectively. Each carrier has built its network strategy around the 737’s efficiency, fueling growth in short‑ and medium‑haul markets. The data underscores Boeing’s continued reliance on the 737 family for both low‑cost and legacy carriers.
How Goodyear Developed Tires For The Moon
Goodyear supplied the first gas‑filled rubber tires to ever touch the Moon, fitting the hand‑pulled Modular Equipment Transporter (MET) on Apollo 14. The smooth, nitrogen‑inflated XLT tires hauled up to 360 lb of equipment across a two‑mile lunar loop, proving that rubber...
Women ‘Pink Auto’ Drivers Join Bharat Taxi Platform in Vadodara
Fifteen women auto‑rickshaw drivers from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in Vadodara have joined the Bharat Taxi platform, a move backed by the Alembic Foundation’s #ForHerWithHer initiative. The partnership gives them access to a zero‑commission ride‑hailing ecosystem that offers digital payments, safety...
Thiruvananthapuram Tops Kerala in Vehicle Registrations, EV Uptake Rises
Thiruvananthapuram RTO (KL‑01) led Kerala in new vehicle registrations with 37,730 units, outpacing Ernakulam and Kozhikode. Four‑wheelers accounted for roughly a third of the total, while electric vehicles contributed between 3,000 and 3,500 registrations, mainly scooters and a few cars....
Michelin's Longest Lasting Tire Has Its Fans, But There's No Such Thing As A Free Lunch
Michelin’s Defender 2 tire claims the longest tread life in the brand’s lineup, backed by an 80,000‑mile limited warranty. Consumer Reports and Tire Rack cite an estimated 94,400‑mile lifespan, roughly two years longer than top competitors. Independent testing shows the tire excels...
I Changed These Hidden Google Maps Settings and My Commute Feels Completely Different
Google Maps hides a suite of customizable settings that can transform daily navigation. By labeling Home and Work, syncing with Google Calendar, and enabling dark mode, users receive predictive routing and a less distracting interface. Additional tweaks like in‑app media...
Borderlands Mexico: Truck Exports to U.S. Fall in March
Mexico’s heavy‑duty truck sector posted a weaker March 2026, with production slipping 6.6% year‑over‑year to 12,617 units and exports falling 5.9% to 10,625 trucks. The United States remained the dominant market, absorbing 92% of Q1 exports, underscoring the sector’s reliance...
Centre Allows Manual Vehicle Fitness Tests Till October Amid ATS Gaps
The Indian Union transport ministry has authorized Maharashtra to resume manual vehicle fitness tests through October, reversing a recent mandate that required all checks at Automated Testing Stations (ATS). The decision follows prolonged construction delays at ATS facilities in Pune...
The Science Behind Voorhees Law
Assistant professor Conor Boland of Dublin City University has formalized the "Voorhees law of traffic," a statistical model showing that a fast car’s time lead erodes as the number of stoplights increases. The model identifies four possible outcomes at each...
6 Airlines With The World's Most Superior Business Class Dining In 2026
In 2026 business‑class airlines are using inflight dining as a key differentiator, moving beyond seats to restaurant‑quality meals. Emirates leverages scale to deliver consistent, premium menus across its global network, while ANA focuses on a kaiseki‑style, seasonal multi‑course experience. Singapore...
Here's Why Australia's New 24/7 Airport Is Reshaping Airline Schedules Before It Even Opens
Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) is set to open with a single runway and a 10‑million‑passenger terminal, but its biggest differentiator is a 24‑hour, curfew‑free operating model. The airport will host Qantas and Jetstar on domestic routes, while Singapore Airlines...
Why F1 Engines Have Better Thermal Efficiency Than Regular Car Engines
Formula 1 power units now achieve over 50% thermal efficiency, dwarfing the roughly 30% average of conventional production cars. The advantage stems from three core innovations: pre‑chamber ignition, unusually high compression ratios (up to 16:1), and the Motor‑Generator Unit‑Heat (MGU‑H) that...
UAE–Azerbaijan Tourism Corridor Set to Expand Under CEPA Landmark Economic Pact
The United Arab Emirates and Azerbaijan have activated a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement that places tourism at the core of bilateral cooperation. The deal will streamline visas, lower tariffs and boost joint marketing, building on an existing 185‑flight monthly corridor....
UFC Fighter Booted Off American Airlines Flight, Charters Private Jet Instead
Armenian UFC fighter Arman Tsarukyan was removed from American Airlines flight AA513 from Los Angeles to Philadelphia after he and three companions stood in the aisle and took phone calls while the Airbus A321neo was taxiing. Crew requests to sit were ignored, prompting the...
Boeing Spain Launches VARIANT Air Traffic Management System for Autonomous Aircraft
Boeing Aerospace Spain has launched the VARIANT project to validate air‑space integration of electric and autonomous aircraft in urban corridors. The initiative, led by SkyGrid, will deploy radar, ADS‑B, FLARM sensors, AI‑driven micro‑weather models, vertiport slot‑management tools, and GNSS spoofing...
Four Turbocharged Production Cars Existed In 1978, And Two Of Them Were Buicks
In 1978 only four turbocharged production cars were on the market, and two of them were Buicks—the Regal Sport Coupe and the LeSabre Sport Coupe. Buick equipped its 231‑ci V6 with an AiResearch TB03 turbo, delivering 150‑175 hp and up to...
I'm a Millennial Pastor in Hawaii Who Started Renting Out My Car to Pay for Diapers. I Made $3 Million...
Anwar Ali, a Kauai Baptist pastor, turned a single Turo rental into a fleet of 213 cars, earning $2.95 million in revenue in 2025. Starting with a 1998 Isuzu Rodeo in 2014, he leveraged high‑demand vehicles like Jeep Wranglers and strategic...
More Britons Opt to Holiday in UK This Summer Amid Uncertainty over Flights
More Britons are opting for UK holidays this summer as the Iran war fuels fears of jet‑fuel shortages and flight cancellations across Europe. Holiday park operators such as Lovat and Butlins report bookings up over 30% and last‑minute reservations roughly...
Nascars, Soviet Tractors And... Tigger? Facebook Is a Car Shopping Wonderland
The author describes using Facebook Marketplace as a treasure trove for cheap used cars, from £500 (~$620) clunkers to exotic finds like a former Nascar Chevy and a Roger Clark rally car listed for £80,000 (~$99,000). The platform has overtaken...
Boracay Group Asks PBBM to Halt Bridge Project
The Boracay Foundation Inc. (BFI) has formally asked President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to intervene and stop the proposed 2.54‑km bridge linking Boracay Island to mainland Malay. The appeal, dated Feb. 4, precedes the Department of Public Works and Highways’ approval of a roughly...
Report: Europe’s Electric Truck Market Needs Faster Policy Action to Scale
Milence’s new white paper finds Europe’s electric heavy‑duty truck market is technically ready but hampered by fragmented policy and uneven charging infrastructure. Early adopters in Switzerland, Denmark and the Netherlands show reliable performance and competitive operating costs, yet most of...
Honda CR-Z Meets Prelude: Was Hybrid Coupe Misunderstood?
Honda has reintroduced a hybrid coupe with the 2026 Prelude, filling a niche left vacant since the CR‑Z debuted 16 years ago. The Prelude employs a series‑hybrid layout that pairs a 2.0‑litre Atkinson‑cycle engine with a robust electric motor, delivering...
Could Australia Make Enough Biofuel to Keep Us Flying?
Rising jet‑fuel prices—up 150% since the Middle East conflict—have forced Qantas and Virgin to slash domestic routes, spotlighting Australia’s reliance on imported fuel. The government’s $1.1 bn Cleaner Fuels Program aims to jump‑start sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production from canola, sugar‑cane...
‘No Mood for Work’: Veteran Ship Mechanic’s Future Clouded by Aberdeen Marina Project
Veteran ship‑machinery mechanic David Chan, who has worked in Aberdeen since the 1960s, faces an uncertain future as Hong Kong’s government moves to redevelop the Po Chong Wan industrial site into a 250‑home residential complex and a 200‑berth marina. The plan, part...
SERES Executive Discusses AI Mobility at Internet Conference
SERES Group VP Clifford Kang highlighted at the World Internet Conference how artificial intelligence is reshaping electric mobility and the broader automotive sector. The company showcased its AI‑driven AITO brand, now serving over 880,000 active users who have logged more...
Spark Plug Recycling Is A Thing, Because Iridium Is Too Expensive
Spark plug manufacturers are turning to recycling as iridium prices soar to about $7,900 per ounce, making iridium‑based plugs nearly twice as expensive as platinum versions. Global demand for iridium in spark plugs hits 1.7 tons annually, representing roughly $430 million in...
VinFast Partners with 14 Philippine E Scooter Dealers
VinFast announced MoUs with 14 Philippine e‑scooter distributors to support its June 2026 product launch. The partners will open showrooms across Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao and other urban provinces, delivering swappable‑battery models such as Evo, Feliz II and Viper. VinFast also...
Tesla Owner Uses Emergency Solar to Trickle Charge After Running Out of Battery in Desert
YouTuber Sandro van Kuijck, driving a Tesla Model X across the Americas, ran out of battery in Chile’s Atacama Desert and deployed a custom 287‑watt solar array to trickle‑charge the vehicle. The solar panel delivered only 1‑2 km of range per hour but...
3 Of The Most Common Problems Drivers Have With Hybrid Batteries
Hybrid vehicles blend electric motors with gasoline engines, offering fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, but their battery packs are prone to degradation. Common issues include accelerated drain, overheating, and faulty modules, each leading to diminished performance and costly repairs. Manufacturers...
Spot to Contract Rate Spread Contraction Tests 3PLs
The SONAR chart reveals a rapid contraction in the spread between spot and contract freight rates, ending three years of relative stability. This tightening forces non‑asset‑based 3PLs to shift from managed‑transportation to a more transactional, spot‑driven approach. Brokers are scrambling...
The Pros And Cons Of Tubed Vs. Tubeless Motorcycle Tires
Motorcycle tires fall into two architectures: tubed and tubeless. Tubeless tires, introduced after alloy wheels became airtight, provide slower puncture leaks, easier plug repairs, lower unsprung weight, and better heat management, making them ideal for street and track riding. Tubed...
How on Earth Is This Insane 525hp Go-Kart Street-Legal?
Ariel Motor Company has launched the Atom 4RR, a street‑legal track car that delivers 525 hp from a hand‑crafted Honda K20C engine, carbon‑fiber bodywork and a 1,475‑lb curb weight. It accelerates from 0‑62 mph in 2.4 seconds and tops out at 175 mph, rivaling hypercars...
Morning Brief Podcast: ET Deep Dive: The Van That Ate the SUV
India’s affluent are redefining luxury transportation by favoring high‑end multi‑purpose vehicles (MPVs) over traditional SUVs. Models such as the Toyota Vellfire, Lexus LM, and Mercedes‑Benz V‑Class now serve as private boardrooms, offering reclining seats, sound‑proof cabins, and confidentiality partitions. In...
US Coast Guard Spots Overturned Vessel Near Saipan During Search for Missing Ship with 6 on Board
The U.S. Coast Guard reported spotting an overturned vessel that matches the description of the 145‑foot cargo ship Mariana, which went missing with six crew members after an engine failure during Typhoon Sinlaku. The sighting occurred about 100 nautical miles northeast...
Australia’s Victoria State Extends Public Transport Benefits
Victoria will provide free public transport throughout May 2026, followed by a 50% fare reduction for the rest of the year. The scheme follows a month of free travel in April and is funded at an estimated A$432 million (about US$310 million)....
Cabinet Clears Rs 12,980 Crore Maritime Insurance Pool to Cut Costs
The Indian Union cabinet approved the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP) with a sovereign guarantee of ₹12,980 cr (≈$1.6 bn) to provide continuous coverage for Indian‑flagged and India‑bound vessels. The pool, administered by GIC Re, will have an underwriting capacity of ₹950 cr (≈$114 m)...
How Consumers Can Navigate the Cost of Available Flights Impacted by the Iran War
The U.S.–Israel‑Iran conflict has driven jet‑fuel prices from about $99 to $209 per barrel, forcing airlines to add fuel surcharges, raise checked‑bag fees and, in some cases, suspend routes. Air Canada, for example, will pause service to New York’s JFK from...
XPENG GX Exemplifies the Large, Premium SUVs Launching Ahead of Auto China 2026
XPeng unveiled the GX, a large premium electric SUV ahead of Auto China 2026, measuring 5.27 m in length and equipped with 22‑inch wheels. The model offers both EREV and BEV powertrains, delivering up to 1,585 km combined range for the hybrid...
This 30-30-30 Braking Rule Can Save You Money And Peace Of Mind
The 30‑30‑30 brake break‑in rule advises drivers to perform 30 short brake‑to‑slow cycles at about 30 mph, then coast for 30 seconds, repeating the sequence 30 times before normal driving. This process deposits a thin, even transfer film on the rotors,...
The 5 Minivans With The Most Cargo Space, Ranked By Roominess
The latest ranking of U.S. minivans evaluates cargo capacity, placing the Honda Odyssey at the top with 155.8 cubic feet of usable space. Close contenders include the Volkswagen I.D. Buzz (145.5 cu ft), Kia Carnival (145.1 cu ft), Chrysler Pacifica (140.5 cu ft) and Toyota Sienna (101 cu ft)....
Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Is Closed Again as Vessels Attempting to Cross Come Under Fire
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard announced the Strait of Hormuz is closed again after gunfire struck a tanker, reversing a brief reopening. Tehran warned any vessel attempting passage will be treated as cooperating with the United States and could be targeted. The...
CRUISE OPERATORS SUFFER: 17,000 FLOATING BEDS STRANDED IN THE PERSIAN GULF
Around 17,000 cruise berths across six vessels are stranded in the Persian Gulf after security concerns halted access to the Strait of Hormuz. MSC Euribia, Celestyal Journey, Celestyal Discovery, TUI's Mein Schiff 4 and 5, and Saudi Aroya Manara remain docked in Dubai, Doha...
Anthony Joshua Just Picked Up A Custom Land Rover Defender 110
Anthony Joshua has taken delivery of a bespoke Land Rover Defender 110 built by UK customizer Urban Automotive. The vehicle features the company’s Widetrack package, which widens the stance, adds flared arches, blacked‑out trim and premium leather interiors, all finished...
Old Cars 'Tell Tales' By Storing Data That's Never Wiped
Security researcher Romain Marchand recovered a telematic control unit from a Polish salvage yard and extracted its Linux file system, finding unencrypted GPS logs that tracked a BYD electric vehicle from its Chinese factory to the United Kingdom and finally...
Aircraft and Maritime Tracking From Space as a Business Service
Space‑based tracking has evolved from a niche surveillance technology into a multi‑billion‑dollar business service for aviation and maritime sectors. Providers such as Aireon and Spire now sell real‑time ADS‑B and AIS data bundled with analytics that support airline operations, port...
For Iran, Flexing Control Over Waterway Is New Deterrent
Iran has leveraged its control over the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of global oil passes, to create a new strategic deterrent amid ongoing US‑Israel hostilities. Despite heavy strikes on Iran’s leadership and missile facilities, Tehran’s ability to...
AEA, Fastport Gain Federal Avionics Apprenticeship Sponsor Status
The Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) and workforce‑development firm Fastport have been certified by the U.S. Department of Labor as a Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor. The designation enables them to launch federally recognized apprenticeship programs that combine paid on‑the‑job training, technical instruction,...
FBI Pittsburgh Issues Statement on ‘Onboard Threat’ During New York-Bound Flight
The FBI and federal bomb technicians responded to a reported onboard threat on United Flight 2092, forcing the Chicago‑to‑New York Boeing 737 to divert to Pittsburgh International Airport. All 159 passengers and crew were safely evacuated, and no injuries were reported. The...
Toshiba Ships SmartMCD Samples with Zero-Speed Sensorless FOC for Automotive BLDC Motors
Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage has begun shipping engineering samples of the TB9M030FG, the newest SmartMCD motor‑control device for automotive BLDC applications. The chip merges a 32‑bit Cortex‑M0 MCU and gate driver while delivering a proprietary sensor‑less field‑oriented control (FOC)...
Iran to Prioritise Strait of Hormuz Passage for Vessels that Pay Fees
Iran announced it will give priority to vessels that promptly pay security and safety fees for crossing the Strait of Hormuz, while postponing passage for ships that refuse. The policy follows Tehran’s re‑imposition of strict military control after accusing the...