Brightline Isn't True High‑Speed Rail, Despite Hype
I was told Brightline was the future of high speed rail? (It’s not even high speed rail by definition)
Toyota's Walk Me Redefines Mobility with Legged Robotics
“Walk Me” by Toyota Redefines Mobility with Legged #Robotics by @interesting_aIl #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/ETNBH5bBIF
United 767 Collides with Bakery Truck, Shattering Driver’s Window
United 767 Hits Bakery Truck On Newark Approach — Wheel Smashes Driver’s Window Near NJ Turnpike - View from the Wing https://t.co/4Ki8uNp0u6
Waymo Allegedly Steals Passenger’s Luggage at Airport
San Jose passenger claims a Waymo drove off with his luggage at the airport https://t.co/cn6KsojBVR
80mph OK for Brief Overtakes, Not as New Limit
There is an interesting nuanced answer to this question - which is yes and no. Average speed limits should not be raised, but it should not be an offence to travel at 80mph for brief periods - eg when overtaking...
Join Our NYC Freight Mogging Happy Hour Tonight
who among you are brave enough to come to the NYC Freight Mogging Happy Hour hosted by me and Reed
2026 Toyota bZ Survives Mountain Day Trip
EV curious? Wondering if you can drive an EV to zero by heading into the mountains? I gave it a try with a day trip to beautiful Breckenridge, Colorado, with a 2026 @Toyota bZ FWD Plus EV. Here's how it...
Rising Diesel Costs Cripple Owner‑Operators and SME Supply Chains
This diesel price hits trucking across market sectors. Owner operators and SME supply chains will take the biggest hit. And it is not over.
Delta Flight Cancellations May Persist Throughout Summer
Delta Cancels Hundreds Of Flights — Executives Say The Problem Could Last All Summer - View from the Wing https://t.co/p5UrCdLCqb
Citymapper No Longer Displays CitiBike E‑bike Availability
any idea why @Citymapper has stopped showing the number of available electric bikes at @CitiBikeNYC stations?
Trump Announces US Aid for Ships Exiting Hormuz Monday
*TRUMP SAYS US TO HELP SOME SHIPS LEAVE HORMUZ STARTING MONDAY Here comes your weekly dose of Monday hope-ium
Electric Trucks Finally Outpace Combustion and Hydrogen Rivals
I've been touting the inevitable win of electric trucks over combustion and hydrogen trucks for over 10 years now. Glad to see it's finally happening. https://t.co/CBpQFcwhwj
Even Logical High-Speed Rail Fails without Riders
This was one of the most logical high-speed rails in the country, and it STILL can’t make money. Nobody wants to ride on trains.
UK Airlines Permitted to Pre‑cancel Flights Amid Fuel Shortage
BBC News - UK airlines to be allowed to cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages - BBC News https://t.co/5d1MMyIPJf
Don't Underestimate US Merchant Mariners' Unexpected Insight
I am a US Merchant Mariner. We are way smarter, and much dumber than you can possibly imagine. Don’t underestimate us.
Bridger Pipeline's Saskatchewan Route Sparks Local Backlash
He's going to be really upset when he finds out that the proposed Bridger Pipeline goes through Saskatchewan before crossing into the US. All the smartest people. https://t.co/eOKiSNnfh4
Tesla Feels Like a Supercomputer, Never Needing Gas
It’s hard to understand what the other 39% are thinking. Once you drive a Tesla, it’s like driving an all-seeing sensor with a super computer behind the scenes doing all the decision making, driving and navigation. Also, you never have...
Electric Car Rollout Vulnerable to Governmental Control
Perfect time for the push to get everyone into electric cars which can be shut down/limited by our glorious overlords
Design Shines, Function Falters in 2026 Prius Nightshade
There's a lot to like about the 2026 @Toyota Prius PHEV Nightshade, but there are also a lot of issues I bumped into during a week of driving. Has design finally overtaken function with this iconic Toyota vehicle? Maybe so......
Pilots Cut Engines Before China Eastern 737 Crash, Report Suppressed
Pilots Shut Off Both Engines Before China Eastern 737 Crash — China Cites “National Security” To Withhold Report - View from the Wing https://t.co/r0Bmfap30g
Fuel Price Surge Threatens Airlines Amid Political Blame War
"The Fuel Price Crunch that's turning into a Disaster for Airlines" Trump admin and its war just killed Spirit Airlines but they (and some Dems) are desperately trying to blame the Biden Admin for enforcing the law without fear or...
When Private Rail Was Praised Over Government Incompetence
I'm so old I remember when people validated the 'private sector' because the government can't do rail.
Chinese Cart Assistant Moves Using Simple Foot Tilt
Next-Gen Cart Assistant from China Moves with a Simple Foot Tilt by @RealXavier011 #Innovation #EmergingTech #Technology #Tech https://t.co/gPLuPz3iSU
Spirit's Collapse Reveals Future Airline Industry Trends
We’ve dropped the paywall on last week’s deep dive from @theaircurrent as Spirit Airlines approached the end. Even with the demise of the carrier there’s insight here to understand what’s next. https://t.co/bf8E8VchqB
Tow Drivers Likely Safe From Automation for Decades
Saw a Waymo on a tow truck yesterday. And realized these tow truck drivers may still have a job 20 years from now.
Spain’s $73 400‑mile Train Beats US Airline Gouging
While domestic airlines gouge passengers, in Spain you can go 400 miles (the distance between SF/LA, Chicago/Minneapolis, or DC/Charlotte) in 3 hours for just $73. We’ll do anything but provide rail service to this country.
Uber May Penalize Drivers for Early Pickups
I reserved an Uber for my ride to the airport this morning. I was ready about 20 minutes early and then I got a message from my driver saying that he was here early. So I came out and got...
Airline Collapse and Wild Prices Demand Travel Regulation
As other airlines die and ticket pricing goes haywire we need to start the conversation about re-regulating air travel.
Passengers Try Checking Hospital Beds and Massage Tables Free
People Are Bringing Hospital Beds And Massage Tables Onto American Flights — And Asking To Check Them Free - View from the Wing https://t.co/EEVQrpUD7I
Robotaxis Log 10 Billion Miles, 29 Unsupervised Runs
10 billion miles… 29 unsupervised Robotaxis… Join me at my subscriber space in 2 hours to discuss everything that happened this week https://t.co/DhPl34AQu9
Add Phone-Call Scheduling to Robotaxi for Accessibility
Great idea below to let our disabled friends profit from the robotaxi app. @CreedRollsBy is a Tesla enthusiast who has many good ideas for people with disabilities. It would be great if @Tesla could reach out to him. @travisraxelrod
Shot at Iranian‑flagged MV Touska: Clearly Hostile Act
We shot at MV Touska on April 19, an Iranian-flagged containership. That seems like a hostile act.
Private Houston‑Dallas Flight Costs Far Less than $600
Even a same day flight on a private plane (JSX) from Houston to Dallas isn’t $600 https://t.co/by1JHkEliw
Poor Management and Fuel Costs Both Threaten Spirit
Spirit being run poorly and Spirit shutting down because of high jet fuel prices are not mutually exclusive.
Foreign Automakers Race to Match China’s EV Surge
Shifting gears: how foreign giants aim to catch up in China’s EV era International carmakers launch tailored models and accelerate R&D as they scramble to match the speed and sophistication of domestic rivals https://t.co/fO88qXFkEy via @scmpnews
China's Supply Chain Pivots From Phones to Robots
From phones to humanoid robots: China’s supply chain eyes next growth curve https://t.co/p1Xpt0tECZ via @scmpnews
Last‑minute Terminal Change and No SkyLink Frustrate Travelers
@AmericanAir Really? You ask us to arrive early, then change the terminal <2 hours before departure—while SkyLink at @dfwairport isn’t running? That’s a tough combo for travelers. https://t.co/f6tKaDcm8q
US Auto Industry Missed Its Century‑Defining Opportunity
There will be many, many books written about how the US auto industry whiffed at its biggest moment in 100 years.
Downtown Burbank’s Growing Transit Hub: BRT & High‑Speed Rail
Downtown Burbank. A section of a larger map of most LA. Coming soonish. This section shows downtown Burbank's variety of transit connections. The orange lines are frequent bus, the lime green line is a BRT route that will connect North...
Grassroots Spirit Airline Buyout Promises $22M, Lacks Funds
Viral Grassroots Effort To Buy Spirit Airlines Claims $22 Million In Pledges — But Has No Cash And No Business Plan - View from the Wing https://t.co/Cek09e5wjC
Logistics Experience Powers Modern Ops and Process Roles
If you have spent years in logistics or the trades, you already understand systems, inefficiencies, and how real work actually moves. That is the foundation of implementation, operations, and process improvement roles. The language just needs updating.
US Auto Industry Faces $5 B Supply‑Chain Shock
Supply chain hell for US auto firms. Detroit carmakers warn of $5bn commodities shock due to Iran war. Sector faces rising prices for supplies from aluminium to plastics and paint
Eastern European Dispatchers Dodge Revealing Their Country
Eastern European dispatchers learning to dance around the subject of what country they’re calling from https://t.co/G7ILt0An74
Morning Shoutout to Rope‑commuters Everywhere
Good morning to all, especially those who have to swing on a rope to get to work https://t.co/F16Aa5iGVn
Delta Chaos Leaves Passengers Stranded, Staff Absent
Delta Air Lines Meltdown Leaves Passengers Without Help — One Grabs Gate PA: “Is Anybody Working?” - View from the Wing https://t.co/f08h2np7pZ
Rubio Becomes One-Man Crew at Spirit Airlines
Marco Rubio learns he has to single-handedly run Spirit Airlines - he's the pilot, flight attendant, baggage handler.. and he's even responsible for fighting the passengers.
Passenger Assaults Crew, Attempts Cockpit Breach on Newark Flight
United Passenger Attacks Flight Attendant, Tries To Break Into Cockpit Of Newark Flight - View from the Wing https://t.co/YHUazUnHTV
Overbuilding Ports Won’t Break China’s Supply Chain Grip
Trying to avoid China’s grip on global supply chains. Ships/shipping. Ports. Port equipment. Made in China. Decades of abandoning to China. Geopolitics. Choke points. Over build in ports. Dreams of logistic hubs. Logistics fragmentation. Capital misspend. No real answers.
Rising Gas Prices Spark Interest in Electric Bikes
Gas prices are getting ridiculous, honestly. I’ve been thinking about getting an electric bike even though I already have a regular one. What yall think?
Norway’s Near‑Total EV Adoption Driven by Policy, Not Oil
Almost 100% of new cars sold in Norway last year were electric. Not just because of oil wealth. Because of carbon taxes, EV incentives, and thirty years of consistent policy. New newsletter: Norway: The World's Most Instructive Energy Paradox https://t.co/C28R4nPhww https://t.co/ob3Qw4x01u