Ford Recalls Nearly 255K SUVs for Camera Image Processing Module Errors
Ford Motor Co. is recalling about 255,000 SUVs—including 2025 Explorers, Lincoln Aviators, 2022‑2025 Navigators and 2024‑2025 Nautilus models—after a software flaw can overload image‑processing module A, causing intermittent loss of the rear‑view camera and several advanced driver‑assist systems. The defect is most frequent in dense‑urban settings, especially among livery‑service vehicles. Ford will deliver an over‑the‑air update, with dealer installations available at no charge. No injuries have been reported, but the issue prompted a formal NHTSA review before the recall was approved.
Aston Martin Had to Limit the Valhalla's Speed in Reverse Because It Could Do 87 MPH: Report
Aston Martin’s hyper‑car Valhalla can accelerate to 87 mph in both forward and reverse thanks to its three‑motor electric drivetrain. During development engineers discovered the reverse speed was dangerously high, so they electronically capped it at roughly 18 mph for production models....
5 Policy Principles that Will Be Key to Next Surface Transportation Bill
Congress is drafting the next multiyear surface‑transportation bill as the Highway Trust Fund faces a projected shortfall by 2028, driven by stagnant fuel taxes, inflation, and the rise of fuel‑efficient and electric vehicles. Consumer Reports proposes five policy principles emphasizing...
Fast and Furious: Aerospace Firms Reduce Hypersonic Design to Months, Not Years
Aerospace firms Specter Aerospace and nTop announced a new workflow that reduces hypersonic aircraft design from months to days while maintaining high fidelity. Their implicit geometry modeling eliminates traditional CAD bottlenecks, enabling rapid conceptual modeling, automated analysis, and design‑space optimization....
Megawide Commits to Put up PITX-Like Baguio Bus Terminal
Megawide Construction Corp. will invest roughly $21 million to build the Baguio City Integrated Terminal (BCIT), a five‑hectare, PITX‑style bus hub slated for completion in the second half of 2028. The project targets decongesting downtown traffic by relocating bus arrivals from...
TxDOT Goes All‑In as Construction Soars
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is overseeing more than $60 billion in active construction projects, the largest portfolio in its history. At any moment, over 11,000 projects are in planning, design, or construction across the state. This surge is funded...
Across New York, Debate About the Inevitability of Driverless Cars Begins
In New York, labor groups and community leaders gathered to oppose Waymo’s driverless‑car rollout, emphasizing job‑loss risks as the state’s pilot permit expires. Governor Kathy Hochul withdrew a proposed robotaxi pilot after failing to secure stakeholder support, while Waymo has...
Ryanair Boss Calls EES ‘a S***show’ with Full Biometrics Check Launch Days Away
The EU’s Entry‑Exit System (EES) is set to go fully live on April 10, but biometric border checks are still delayed, prompting Ryanair chief Michael O’Leary to label the rollout a "shambles." Understaffed kiosks and long queues have already caused...
Hesitation From Port Authorities Slows Automation in Southern California
Port authorities in Southern California are stalling approvals for terminal automation, even though the ILWU‑PMA agreement has guaranteed automation rights since 2008. The region’s two largest gateways, handling about 40% of U.S. container traffic, face land constraints that make automation...
Ulta Doubled Store Fulfillment Capabilities in 2025
Ulta Beauty doubled its ship‑from‑store locations to over 1,000 U.S. stores in fiscal year 2025, up from about 500 the prior year. The expansion was powered by an AI‑driven order‑management system, while the company kept its existing distribution‑center network and...
Land Rover Recalls 500 Vehicles Over Dangerous Faulty Seat Belts
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a recall for roughly 500 2026 Land Rover Defender SUVs due to a faulty third‑row seat‑belt anchorage bracket. The defect stems from an insufficient weld stud, which could prevent the belt...
NAVAIR Seeks Industry Input on CV-22 Osprey JTT-NG Integration
The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) has issued a sources‑sought notice to find industry partners capable of integrating the Joint Tactical Terminal – Next Generation (JTT‑NG) onto the CV‑22 Osprey. The effort is driven by the V‑22 Joint Program Office...
Driverless Cars Could Pose Danger to Runners, Study Finds
A University of Glasgow and KAIST study used augmented‑reality to simulate a crossing with a driverless car and found that runners are far riskier than walkers. While walkers slowed or stopped, runners often sprinted through, resulting in three virtual collisions...
Porsche Teases Mysterious, 'Particularly Fun' New 911 Variant for April 14 Debut
Porsche is set to unveil an unnamed 911 variant on April 14, teasing a model that promises "pure driving pleasure" and a particularly fun experience. The teaser shows subtle front‑end vents and no large rear wing, hinting at a performance‑focused...
D2C Brands Face Longer Wait, Higher Costs to Enter Quick Commerce as Monetisation Tightens
Direct‑to‑consumer brands are encountering longer onboarding times and higher fees to list on quick‑commerce platforms, with commissions rising 8‑12% and premiums of about 8% versus last year. Combined platform costs now exceed 35% of the selling price in many categories,...
Vishay Launches Automotive PV MOSFET Driver
Vishay Intertechnology has released the VODA1275, an automotive‑grade photovoltaic MOSFET driver built in a compact SMD‑4 package with an 8 mm creepage distance and a CTI‑600 mold compound. The driver offers 20 V open‑circuit voltage, 20 µA short‑circuit current, and an 80 µs turn‑on...
ORDC Approves Grant Assistance for Projects
On April 6, 2026 the Ohio Rail Development Commission approved $3.9 million in grant funding for two local projects and earmarked additional state funds to support three larger rail‑rehabilitation initiatives seeking federal CRISI assistance. The grants include $300,000 for Ross County...
$108.7M Federal Grant to Replace Two Key Alaska Highway Bridges
The Federal Highway Administration has allocated $108.7 million through its Bridge Investment Program to replace the Johnson and Gerstle River bridges in Alaska’s Southeast Fairbanks Census Area. Both structures currently impose weight limits that hinder heavy‑vehicle traffic on the primary overland...
A Closer Look at Ukraine’s High-Powered Military Electric Scooters on the Front Lines
Latvian firm Global Wolf Motors’ Mosphera electric scooter is now deployed by Ukrainian forces for reconnaissance, rapid transport, and on‑site power generation. The rugged two‑wheel platform delivers up to 100 km/h speed, 150‑km range (300 km with dual batteries), and a 10 kW...
How DHL Tackled Mail and Parcel Boom During Peak Easter Season
DHL’s Post & Parcel division in Germany handled a record Easter surge, processing up to 10.5 million parcels on April 7, well above the previous year’s 9 million daily peak. The surge was managed through a multi‑year $1.15 billion investment that modernises sorting centres,...
Hormel Modernizes Supply Chain with AI Planning Platform
Hormel Foods has rolled out the o9 artificial‑intelligence planning platform across more than 70 of its facilities, linking demand, supply and inventory in a single system. The deployment, completed between March and December 2025, aims to shift the company from...
NYC Law Enforcement Agencies Now Have 1,000 Plug-In Vehicles in Service
The City of New York’s Department of Citywide Administrative Services announced that more than 1,000 plug‑in vehicles are now assigned to its law‑enforcement agencies, including nearly 500 units for the NYPD. Across all 15 agencies, the fleet comprises 781 battery‑electric...
UPS, Teamsters Reach Nationwide Agreement on Driver Choice Program, Following Disputes
UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters have reached a nationwide agreement on the company’s Driver Choice Program, a voluntary buyout offering $150,000 severance to eligible drivers. The deal caps the total number of severance packages at 7,500 and applies...
34,000 Shipping Routes Diverted From Hormuz Disruption: Report
More than 34,000 vessels were forced to reroute in the first four weeks after the Feb. 28 U.S.–Israel strike on Iran, with week 4 recording the highest diversion volume. Project44’s data show that traffic has not reverted to pre‑disruption patterns, as carriers...
Mazda Will Keep Its Cheapest Cars Alive In Some Markets
Japanese automaker Mazda announced it will continue selling its entry‑level Mazda2 hatchback and CX‑3 subcompact SUV in selected overseas markets, while developing next‑generation versions of both vehicles. The refreshed models are expected to share a common platform and incorporate styling...
Purolator Orders 100 Electric Step Vans From Workhorse
Workhorse Group received a purchase order for 100 battery‑electric step vans from Canadian logistics provider Purolator, doubling the carrier’s electric step‑van fleet. The order follows Purolator’s earlier purchases from Motiv, now part of Workhorse after a 2025 merger. Workhorse, which...
Emirates Overhauls Qantas Award Chart for the Second Time in a Month — Here’s What Has Changed
Emirates has revised its Qantas award chart for the second time this month, altering both mileage requirements and distance bands. Economy awards now range from 8,000 to 54,000 Skywards miles, with some routes seeing up to a 15% discount and...
Avel Robotics Accelerates Aerospace Development with Bordeaux Location, Ongoing Activity Diversification
Avel Robotics, a French specialist in automated fiber placement, opened a commercial office in Bordeaux in January 2026 to sit closer to key aerospace and space players. The move follows the signing of new aerospace contracts, notably a development deal...
Open Payments Kick Off Ahead of World Cup
Open Payments, a new cross‑border digital payment platform, launched ahead of the FIFA World Cup to streamline transactions for fans and vendors. The system links local banks, card networks and QR‑code solutions across the 32 host nations, aiming to process...
Mexico Truckers Block Key Freight Routes in Nationwide Strike
Mexican truckers and farmers launched a nationwide strike on Monday, blocking key freight corridors across more than 20 states and several U.S.-Mexico border crossings. The protest, organized by ANTAC and FNRCM, targets rising cargo crime, soaring diesel prices, deteriorating road...
West Asia Crisis Hits Activated Carbon Exports as Costs Surge Amid Shipping Woes
The West Asia crisis has shut Red Sea shipping lanes, halting Indian activated carbon shipments to key gold‑mining markets such as Sudan and Egypt. Exporters now face a $3,000 war‑risk surcharge per 40‑ft container and an extra $1,800 cost to...
Maryland Senate Expects to Pass Two-Person Train Crew Bill
Maryland’s Senate is set to forward SB 156, a bill mandating two‑person train crews, to Governor Wes Moore before the session ends. The companion House bill, HB 862, cleared the chamber with a 98‑35 vote. Violations would incur fines up...
Salary Survey: What Logistics and Supply Chain Jobs Pay in 2026
Logistics Management’s 2026 Salary and Compensation Study reveals a broad pay spectrum across the supply chain sector, with the average annual compensation reaching $126,400, a 5% rise from 2025. Executive‑level roles such as VP/General Manager command over $215,000, while warehouse...
In a Tight Market, Reliability Wins
Freight carriers are facing tighter margins and heightened demand for consistent delivery performance. PrePass’s 2026 Mile Marker Impact Index shows that bypassing weigh stations can save an average of 7 minutes, half a gallon of fuel and $10.65 per event,...
Opinion: The Cultural Gap Facing Aerospace R&D Testing
Aerospace R&D still leans on months‑long physical testing despite rapid advances in simulation and digital‑twin technology. The industry’s cultural reliance on physical validation slows programs like the Golden Dome missile‑defense shield, where speed is critical. Other sectors, notably automotive, have...
In Person Interview: Sai Shivareddy of Nyobolt
Nyobolt CEO Sai Shivareddy says the battery market is booming, with global revenue projected to rise from $154 billion in 2025 to $555 billion by 2033. The company’s fast‑charging cells deliver super‑capacitor power density while retaining lithium‑ion energy, offering ten‑times longer cycle...
How Thieves Move $1m in Freight Before Anyone Realizes It
Authorities in Los Angeles busted an organized theft ring that had siphoned more than $1 million in high‑demand apparel and consumer goods. Over 50 pallets were recovered from a staging warehouse that was already feeding live‑e‑commerce resale channels. The operation illustrates...
5 Ways In-House Warehouse Expertise Improves Project Success
Storage Solutions highlights how its in‑house warehouse expertise drives project success across five core areas. By retaining design, engineering, and project management internally, the company tightens schedule control, anticipates hurdles, and delivers customized layouts that boost operational efficiency. Rapid response...
Octopus Energy Launches 50% Cheaper On-Street EV Charging
Octopus Energy announced a new on‑street EV charging offer that cuts rates by half. New customers can charge at about 22.5p per kWh (≈$0.28/kWh), translating to roughly £16 ($20) for a full MG4 charge or 7p ($0.09) per mile. The...
Nam Cheong Bags RM102.5 Million in Vessel Charter Contracts
Nam Cheong secured offshore support‑vessel charter contracts worth up to RM102.5 million (approximately $23 million USD) from regional oil majors. The deals, each lasting up to two years with a one‑year extension option, bring the company’s long‑term charter coverage to 69%—25 of...
The Supply Chain Cost Stack: Where Margin Is Actually Engineered
Rising supply‑chain costs are prompting firms to chase savings in transportation, procurement and warehousing, yet overall margins often remain flat. The article argues that true margin improvement comes from viewing the supply chain as an interconnected stack of decisions—network design,...
First Large-Scale Biomethanol Bunkering for Global Shipping Launched
Shanghai Electric successfully completed the world’s first large‑scale biomethanol bunkering, fueling the CMA CGM OSMIUM container ship at Shanghai’s Yangshan Port. The operation is part of China’s inaugural commercial biomethanol plant, delivering an initial 50,000 tons per year with plans to...
Deeptech Startup drivebuddyAI Secures Patent for Real-Time Road Quality Assessment System
DrivebuddyAI, an Ahmedabad‑based deep‑tech startup, has secured a patent for its Integrated Dynamic Road Quality Assessment System. The solution fuses GNSS positioning, IMU acceleration data, and AI‑enhanced video to detect potholes and rough patches in real time and geo‑tag them....
How the Bizarre Nissan Primera Paved the Way for the Qashqai
Nissan's final Primera, launched in 2001, featured a bold coupe‑like silhouette and a high‑tech cockpit that included one of the first reversing cameras and extensive electronic kits. Despite these innovations, the model struggled against a consumer shift toward premium German...
India Puts on Hold New Policy Making Flight Seat Selection Free
India's Ministry of Civil Aviation has suspended its recently announced policy that would require airlines to offer free seat selection on 60% of seats, after strong industry opposition. The original reform, slated to begin on April 20, aimed to boost...
BTR Launches myBTR Customer Portal
BTR, a Tampa‑based fleet solutions provider, has launched the myBTR Customer Portal for its U.S. and Canadian clients. The cloud‑based platform gives municipalities, waste haulers and logistics firms real‑time visibility into rental assets, location tracking, utilization data and billing. Integrated...
KLIA Connectivity Between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 to Commence by Third Quarter of This Year – Loke
Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that passenger connectivity between Kuala Lumpur International Airport’s Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 will begin in the second or third quarter of 2026. The initial phase will cater to travelers without checked baggage, using coach services to...
Dodge CEO Floats Radio-Free Cars as AM Act Remains in Limbo
At the 2026 New York International Auto Show, Dodge and Chrysler CEO Matt McAlear suggested eliminating radios from entry‑level vehicles, urging a “back‑to‑the‑basics” design with analog gauges and Bluetooth speakers only. His remarks echo a broader industry shift, highlighted by...
Aerios Announces Next Customer for Carrier App
Aerios has partnered with Berry Aviation to roll out its Carrier App, replacing the carrier’s early‑2000s legacy quoting platform. The new app slashes quote response times from five‑six minutes to roughly two minutes and enables instant duplicate quotes. It also...
Indonesia to Allow Airlines to Raise Fares by up to 13%
Indonesia’s government announced that airlines may increase ticket prices by raising the fuel surcharge up to 38 percent of the fare ceiling, translating to an overall fare hike of 9‑13 percent for the next two months. The measure is paired with exemptions...