'You'll Never See a Bill': Wash. FD Launches No-Cost Ambulance Service After AMR Rate Hike
Spokane County Fire District 9 will launch its own ambulance service on July 1, offering free transport to district residents after American Medical Response doubled its rates. The district has purchased three new cherry‑red ambulances at roughly $385,000 each and expects the operation to cost about $2 million annually, offset by insurance reimbursements and state payments. District 9 secured a trauma‑verified advanced life support license with a perfect 200‑point score, beating an out‑of‑state AMR subsidiary. The move makes District 9 the only fire district in the county to run an independent EMS system.
Average UK Petrol Price Hits 150p for First Time Since 2024; Trump’s Latest Iran Extension Fails to Calm Oil Market...
UK average petrol price reached 150.11 pence per litre (≈£1.50/$1.88), with diesel at 177.68 pence (≈£1.78/$2.22), the highest levels since May 2024. The surge, tied to the Iran‑Israel conflict and rising crude, is inflating motorists’ travel costs and feeding broader inflation worries. At...
BYD’s Profit Slump Shows China’s EV Downturn Is Far From Over
Chinese EV giant BYD reported its third consecutive quarter of disappointing earnings, confirming a deepening profit slump. Chairman Wang Chuanfu warned that the Chinese electric‑vehicle market faces further pain as competition intensifies. He described the sector as entering a "knockout...
Acura Celebrates Turning 40 by Building This Rad Integra Race Car
Acura marks its 40th anniversary by recreating the Comptech Integra that captured back‑to‑back IMSA manufacturers’ championships in 1987‑88. The new Integra 40 Racer features a rebuilt 1.6‑liter D16A1 DOHC engine, a heavily revised chassis with Tein coil‑overs, and a stripped‑down, race‑ready interior....
How CPDLC Might Help the FAA Implement Part 108
The FAA is shifting from voice‑centric control to a digital operating model, using Digital Flight Rules (DFR) as the bridge to automation. Part 108, the upcoming rule for beyond‑visual‑line‑of‑sight drone flights, emphasizes system performance and corporate responsibility rather than pilot actions....
Nippon Cargo Airlines and ANA Cargo to Merge Sales and Warehousing
ANA Holdings is consolidating the sales and warehousing functions of its recent acquisition, Nippon Cargo Airlines (NCA), with its ANA Cargo unit starting 1 April. The move creates a single global sales point and merges domestic warehouses at Chubu Centrair and...
Freightos’ Job Cuts May Have Been Inevitable as Profitability Push Intensifies
Freightos announced a global workforce reduction of up to 15%, affecting roughly 50‑60 roles, as part of a cost‑optimisation plan aimed at reaching adjusted EBITDA breakeven by the end of 2026. The company expects $1.3 million in restructuring expenses but anticipates...
IAG Cargo Announced Its Summer 2026 Schedule with the Launch of a New Route
IAG Cargo unveiled its summer 2026 schedule, launching a new four‑times‑weekly London Heathrow‑St Louis service that marks its 27th U.S. destination. The carrier also boosted weekly frequencies on Chicago and Washington routes to 21 flights and doubled services to Austin and...
APSEZ Operationalises India’s First Port of Refuge at Dighi and Gopalpur
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has launched India’s first Port of Refuge (PoR) at Dighi on the west coast and Gopalpur on the east coast. The PoR framework, defined by the International Maritime Organization, provides safe harbor...
Tata Motors Plunges to 52-Week Low as JLR’s Solihull Plant Halt Sparks Concern
Shares of Tata Motors fell 5.6% to a 52‑week low of ₹301.10 (about $3.67) after Jaguar Land Rover halted production at its Solihull plant because of a supplier parts issue expected to last until April 8. The stoppage affects high‑margin models such as...
Malaysia's Upgraded Immigration System to Be Expanded to More Checkpoints From 31 March 2026
Malaysia will broaden its National Integrated Immigration System (NIISe) to three new checkpoints—Senai International Airport, Bukit Bunga ICQS Complex, and Puteri Harbour Ferry Terminal—starting 31 March 2026. The rollout follows a six‑month pilot that already covered major airports such as KLIA and...
Voluntary Safety Assessment by Einride AB Published for Cab-Less Autonomous Heavy-Duty Trucks
Swedish logistics firm Einride AB has become the first operator of SAE Level 4 cab‑less heavy‑duty trucks to release a Voluntary Safety Self‑Assessment (VSSA). The document details the company’s safety case, covering design, testing, redundancy, and compliance with standards such as...
American Considers Bringing Back Seat Back TVs On Narrow Body Planes
American Airlines is reportedly weighing a reversal of its seat‑back TV removal, with a decision on reinstating screens across its narrow‑body fleet possibly coming as early as next month. The move would be part of a broader inflight‑entertainment overhaul that...
DB Report: Cargo Improves Operating Result by €350 Mln, Still at a Loss
DB Cargo’s 2025 operating result improved by €350 million (≈ $381 million), yet the freight division still posted a modest loss of €7 million (≈ $7.6 million) after a €357 million loss in 2024. Revenue slipped €434 million (‑8%) driven by weaker performance in Germany, the UK and...
DP World Jeddah Boosts Red Sea Capacity with New Cranes
DP World has installed three semi‑automated quay cranes at its Jeddah Islamic Port terminal, part of an $800 million modernization program that doubles capacity from 1.8 million to 4 million TEU, with a long‑term goal of 5 million TEU. The ZPMC cranes, each lifting...
Lufthansa Claims End to Strike Chaos—But Questions Remain for Eurowings and German Rail Travel
Lufthansa announced a 26‑month collective‑bargaining agreement covering over 20,000 ground employees, delivering a 4.6 % wage increase and job‑security provisions. The deal, reached without strikes, aims to stabilize operations at its German hubs and rebuild the carrier’s tarnished reputation. However, pilots,...
Shipowners Who Ignore Climate Change Do so at Their Peril
The UCL Energy Institute and Strider Carbon report warns that shipowners who dismiss climate change face significant stranded‑asset risks. Supply‑side pressures from tightening emissions regulations could render carbon‑intensive vessels uncompetitive, while demand‑side trends suggest new tanker and LNG carrier orders...
Heathrow Invites Independent Experts to Oversee Expansion
London Heathrow Airport has invited an independent expert panel to monitor its £33 billion (≈$42 billion) expansion in real time. The panel, jointly appointed by Heathrow and airlines and approved by the CAA, will include specialists in engineering, finance, legal, planning and...
Study: European Companies Ramp up Electric Fleet Adoption
A DKV Mobility study of 1,732 European fleet managers shows electric vehicles are moving from niche to mainstream, with 56% of firms planning to add battery‑electric vehicles in the next two years. The Netherlands leads with a 21% electric‑fleet share,...
Tenneco Clean Air Eyes Acquisitions, Ramps up R&D to Drive Next Growth Phase
Tenneco Clean Air India, a subsidiary of the $17 billion U.S. Tenneco group, is gearing up for a new growth phase that includes a potential first acquisition, a new manufacturing plant in Haryana and a $2 million boost to its R&D centre....
'Unless Things Change, We Will Not Survive': Even Toyota Doesn't Feel Safe Right Now
Toyota’s outgoing CEO Koji Sato warned suppliers that the automaker’s survival is at risk unless production standards are loosened and costs are reduced. Speaking to 484 suppliers, he highlighted pressures from low‑cost Chinese rivals, rising software demands, and lingering tariffs....
How Qargo Plans to Disrupt the US TMS Market
Qargo, a UK‑based transportation‑management‑system provider, has raised $33 million in Series B funding to launch its AI‑enabled platform in the United States. After five years of product refinement and scaling its European customer base to 600 fleets, the company now employs 170...
Belo Horizonte Metro Expansion Confirmed
The Minas Gerais state government has earmarked roughly $1.8 bn to expand the Belo Horizonte Metro, building on the 2022 concession granted to Metrô BH. The current phase focuses on constructing a 10.5 km Line 2 with seven stations, linking Nova Suíça to the...
How to Manage Freight Disruption During a Crisis
In 2026, freight markets were hit by a dual blockage of the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz, creating a second‑order disruption that strains both routing flexibility and fuel logistics. The crisis forced carriers to impose emergency surcharges while...
EU Customs Overhaul Targets Fashion Parcel Surge
The European Union is revamping its customs code to tighten control over the flood of low‑cost fashion parcels entering the bloc. Under the new rules, online marketplaces such as Shein, Temu and AliExpress will be liable for customs duties, product...
Saudi Intermobility 2026
Informa will host the Saudi Intermobility Expo on 1 November 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The three‑day event is positioned as a showcase for the Kingdom’s smart‑mobility and road‑safety initiatives. Organisers aim to bring together global technology providers, transport operators, and policymakers...
Germany Aims for New TAC System by 2027, Way Too Late for Rail Freight Sector
The European Court of Justice struck down Germany's capped track access charge (TAC) system, forcing a rewrite of railway pricing. The transport ministry has pledged a new TAC regime by the 2027 timetable change, but freight operators say this timeline...
This Is The Worst Time To Use Cruise Control (But Many People Do It Anyway)
Cruise control, a long‑standing driver aid, improves fuel efficiency and reduces fatigue on highways, but its misuse can create safety hazards. Experts warn against engaging cruise control in adverse weather, heavy traffic, or when the driver is tired or distracted....
Geely Rolls Out E5 Electric SUV Across Five European Markets
Geely is rolling out its all‑electric E5 SUV and plug‑in hybrid Starray EM‑i across Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg, marking a coordinated entry into key Western European markets. The E5 starts at €37,990 (about $41,400) and offers up...
Women in Rail Award 2026: Women Make up only 23% of the Workforce in the Rail Sector
The European Commission and key rail organisations have opened nominations for the 2026 Women in Rail Award, highlighting that women comprise only about 23 % of the European rail workforce. The award, presented at InnoTrans 2026, aims to accelerate gender diversity through...
First Commercial Tests for Hybrid DAC Deemed Successful
German regional operator Westfälische Landes‑Eisenbahn (WLE) completed the first commercial test of a Hybrid Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC) system on a 30‑kilometre run between Lippstadt and Warstein. The hybrid coupler allows DAC‑equipped wagons to be coupled with traditional‑coupled wagons, preserving...
Wiltshire Appoints Contractor to £31M Project to Improve M4 Junction 17
Wiltshire Council has appointed MJ Church to lead the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phase of the M4 Junction 17 upgrade, a £27 million (£35 million) contract that will shape a full £31 million (~$40 million) scheme. The project will signalise the roundabout, widen all approach carriageways...
Activate Malaysian Driving Licence to Qualify for BUDI95 Subsidy in Malaysia: JPJ
Malaysia’s Road Transport Department (JPJ) announced that drivers must keep their Malaysian Driving Licence (LMM) active—renewed within 36 months of the previous expiry—to qualify for the BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) fuel subsidy. Licences inactive for more than 36 months lose subsidy eligibility...
FEATURE*: Muhammad Nauman Nasir of Mercedes-Benz on Building Safe, AI-Driven, Human-Centered Autonomous Systems
Mercedes‑Benz ADAS lead Muhammad Nauman Nasir stresses that autonomous vehicle development must prioritize safety over flashy features, treating every line of code as a moral responsibility. He outlines how ISO 26262‑compliant architectures, AI‑driven DevOps, and rigorous validation pipelines let OEMs innovate...
Seacon Lifts Four MPP Newbuilds in $44m Fleet Play
Seacon Shipping, listed in Hong Kong, has taken over contracts for four 5,200‑dwt multipurpose dry‑cargo vessels, a deal valued at $44.4 million. The ships are being built by Jiangsu Dajin Heavy Industry, a subsidiary of Shenzhen‑listed Bestway Marine, with deliveries scheduled...
EACON’s Autonomy Deployed on 120 Battery-Electric Trucks at Zhundong Mine
EACON’s ORCASTRA® autonomous haulage system is now running on 120 Tonly TLE138 battery‑electric trucks at China’s Zhundong open‑pit coal mine, creating one of the world’s largest single‑site electric fleets. The trucks, each with a 90‑ton payload, have collectively logged more...
Electric Car Lineup Expands Further – SUVs Remain the Dominant Segment
The CAM Electromobility Report 2026 shows Germany’s electric‑vehicle catalogue expanding to 155 models, up from 134 two years earlier. Small‑car and mid‑size BEV registrations surged to 24.3% of new EV sales, driven by 29 models in those segments. Average EV...
Inland Rail Deploys Solar-Powered Level Crossings in Australia
Australia’s 1,600‑km Inland Rail freight corridor has installed standalone solar power systems at two level crossings in northern New South Wales, eliminating the need for grid connections during construction. The solar‑powered installations include battery storage, LED warning lights, audible alarms...
Iowa Ambulance Service Marks 50 Years of Volunteer Lifesaving
The West Hancock Ambulance Service, a volunteer‑run EMS provider serving Britt and surrounding Iowa towns, marked its 50th anniversary with a community celebration on July 19. Founded in early 1976 after local funeral homes ended ambulance operations, thirteen residents pooled...
Mayor Condemns Government’s Major Road Decisions as ‘Retrograde’ and ‘Baffling’
Mayor Paul Bristow denounced the Department for Transport’s draft order to revoke the Development Consent Order for the A47 dualling scheme between Wansford and Sutton, a £100 million (≈ $125 million) project aimed at safety, congestion relief and regional growth. He also criticised...
Easter Getaway and Global Uncertainty Test Airline Networks
UK aviation set a new record with over 300 million passenger journeys in 2025, and global demand is already up 3.8% in 2026. The surge coincides with heightened geopolitical tensions that are forcing airspace closures and rapid flight reroutes. As Easter...
Cupra Tavascan: The Next MEB Model Receives a Facelift
Cupra unveiled a facelift for its MEB‑based Tavascan EV, adding a new base variant. The base model features a 140 kW APP350 motor paired with a 58 kWh LFP battery, delivering about 435 km (270 mi) range and 105 kW fast‑charging. Interior upgrades include a...
Russia to Introduce New Penalty Scheme to Boost Rail Infrastructure Usage
Russia’s transport ministry is preparing a "ship‑or‑pay" penalty that would charge shippers for reserving rail slots they do not use, aiming to curb chronic over‑booking on congested lines. The scheme is intended to boost throughput on infrastructure sections where capacity...
Iran War Shows China’s Urgent Need to Plug Maritime Insurance Gap: Expert
Recent conflicts, from the US‑Israel war on Iran to the Russia‑Ukraine crisis, have highlighted China's dependence on foreign maritime insurance providers. Expert Chen Jihong warned that while China excels in shipbuilding hardware, its "software"—legal and financial services like insurance—remains underdeveloped....
BYD Sealion 5
Chinese automaker BYD has launched the Sealion 5, a compact plug‑in hybrid SUV aimed at the UK’s value‑oriented family segment. Priced just under £30,000 (about $37,500) and equipped with a 13 kWh lithium‑iron‑phosphate battery delivering roughly 32 miles of electric range, it offers...
Kia Begins Series Production of the EV2
Kia has begun series production of its new B‑segment electric SUV, the EV2, at the Žilina plant in Slovakia. The model launches with a €26,600 ($29,000) base price and a 42.2 kWh battery delivering up to 317 km WLTP range, while a...
EasyJet to Launch Twice-Weekly Gatwick-Newquay Route This Summer
EasyJet will begin a twice‑weekly service between London Gatwick and Newquay, launching its first flight on 23 June. The airline will operate the route on Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout the summer season. The new connection aims to boost direct domestic travel...
Business Trips to Asia
Rowe Hankins Ltd’s CEO David Owen will travel to Asia starting 16 April, meeting key customers and suppliers in Hong Kong and mainland China before exhibiting at the Asia Pacific Rail show in Bangkok. The trip aims to deepen relationships, align supply‑chain...
How to Lead when Nobody Knows What’s Coming
CEOs are confronting a rapidly unraveling global trade system, with ships queuing in ports and supply chains destabilized. The core challenge is unprecedented uncertainty, making traditional long‑term planning unreliable. Leaders who cling to certainty often lock their firms into rigid...