Transportation Social Media and Updates

Greek Shipping Stocks Shine Despite Governance Reputation
SocialApr 6, 2026

Greek Shipping Stocks Shine Despite Governance Reputation

I asked @ed_fin about the shipping industry's reputation for "governance issues" He went in-depth about Greek shipping and its "adventurous governance..." but there are two Greek shipping stocks he thinks are actually very good https://t.co/qUjYx8adg2 https://t.co/KgHyDZaVTT

By Jack Farley
AI Safety Will Curb Crashes; Convenience Drives Driverless Adoption
SocialApr 6, 2026

AI Safety Will Curb Crashes; Convenience Drives Driverless Adoption

Hopefully never. AI active safety features should hopefully make it nearly impossible for humans to crash while driving manually too. Convenience and saving on insurance, not a dystopian ban on driving, will be the incentive to move to a fully...

By Whole Mars Catalog
Future Trend Could Sabotage Tesla Robotaxis and Cause Crashes
SocialApr 6, 2026

Future Trend Could Sabotage Tesla Robotaxis and Cause Crashes

Prediction: There will be some stupid af cultural movement where people start doing this to Tesla robotaxis en masse ...and that will suck for everyone involved. It'll happen, mark my words. Might also lead to an accident if suddenly there's real driver without...

By Jaan
Trump’s Strait Deadline Passes as Iran Rejects Ceasefire
SocialApr 6, 2026

Trump’s Strait Deadline Passes as Iran Rejects Ceasefire

So we are theoretically at President Trump's deadline to reopen the Strait and Iran has rejected the ceasefire proposal. I guess we wait for a social post from the President or some headlines speaking to an escalation...

By John Kicklighter
Paris Proves Bike Can Beat Car on Global Stage
SocialApr 6, 2026

Paris Proves Bike Can Beat Car on Global Stage

“The city’s transition away from the car, tho fantastically chaotic, has become a global role model. Under mayor @annehidalgo.bsky.social, Paris was ‘the most influential city in the world’ says Canadian urbanist Brent Toderian. Hidalgo, stepping down after 12 yrs, exulted:...

By Brent Toderian
Vietnam Airlines' App Mistakes Paris for Indian Biryani
SocialApr 6, 2026

Vietnam Airlines' App Mistakes Paris for Indian Biryani

Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles app: Paris is now in India.... Book “Paris” and surprise.... you’re getting biryani, not baguettes.

By Fahad Naim
Jakarta Airport Ceiling Collapse Halts 40 Flights
SocialApr 6, 2026

Jakarta Airport Ceiling Collapse Halts 40 Flights

Jakarta Airport Ceiling Collapses — Heavy Rainstorm Disrupts 40 Flights - View from the Wing https://t.co/oPWOFZFJjO

By Gary Leff
Board Last, Except on Red‑eyes or Cramped Bins
SocialApr 6, 2026

Board Last, Except on Red‑eyes or Cramped Bins

The only acceptable time to want to board first on a plane is a red-eye or when overhead bin space is tight. Otherwise, you should always be optimizing to board last.

By Blake Robbins
K Line Extension Expands West Hollywood Transit Coverage
SocialApr 6, 2026

K Line Extension Expands West Hollywood Transit Coverage

Larger section of the newly approved K Line extension (in pink) The new line will make a detour to cover more of West Hollywood. Orange layer represents frequent bus lines. WaitLAalreadyHasGoodPublicTransit?AlwaysHas.jpg

By Tanager George (Cities Illustrated)
Driverless Cars Cut Crashes 90%—Human Driving May Soon Be Illegal
SocialApr 6, 2026

Driverless Cars Cut Crashes 90%—Human Driving May Soon Be Illegal

When will it become illegal for humans to drive?  Think about it like indoor smoking or drunk driving.  Waymo's driverless cars are seeing up to 90% fewer injury crashes vs. humans.

By Peter H. Diamandis
War in Iran Boosts Specific Ship Types' Profits
SocialApr 6, 2026

War in Iran Boosts Specific Ship Types' Profits

If you're a shipowner, here are the most profitable ships to own right now (because of War in Iran 🇮🇷), in terms of size, cargo, & location (+ the stocks that own them): Full interview w/ @ed_fin: Apple🔊https://t.co/qUjYx8adg2 Spotify📽️https://t.co/07NUjj4n74 1/3 https://t.co/wUuMf9nqGR

By Jack Farley
Every Crash Reveals Multiple Failures; Fix Them All
SocialApr 6, 2026

Every Crash Reveals Multiple Failures; Fix Them All

When any aviation incident (crash) happens, it is essential to remember this important fact articulated by @JenniferHomendy, @NTSB Chairwoman: “When something goes wrong, that means many, many things went wrong”. https://t.co/q9c3OkHwJk We need to resolve all the things, not just the easiest...

By Siddartha Khastgir
Ceasefire Stalled: US Wants Open Strait, Iran Opposes
SocialApr 6, 2026

Ceasefire Stalled: US Wants Open Strait, Iran Opposes

Okay, so here’s how how the ceasefire cookie crumbles: - A ceasefire without the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz will likely be unacceptable to the US. - A ceasefire with a reopening will likely be unacceptable to Iran. Iran appears serious...

By Vandana Hari
German Haulage Firm Electrifies over Half Its Fleet
SocialApr 6, 2026

German Haulage Firm Electrifies over Half Its Fleet

"The haulage firm Nanno Janssen in 🇩🇪, has already converted well over half of its fleet to electric: 58 out of 90 lorries The first one purchased back in 2024 w/ federal funding, Furthest distance his company travelled with an electric lorry so...

By Felix Hamer
China Shifts Upstream in Global Production Networks
SocialApr 6, 2026

China Shifts Upstream in Global Production Networks

China moves upstream in production networks. More on this in the Chartbook Top Links today. https://t.co/z8YSI2hXDR

By Adam Tooze
Ukraine Strikes Novorossiysk Port, Damages Caspian Pipeline Mooring
SocialApr 6, 2026

Ukraine Strikes Novorossiysk Port, Damages Caspian Pipeline Mooring

MOSCOW, April 6 (Reuters) - Russia's defence ministry said on Monday that Ukraine attacked facilities at the maritime transhipment complex in the port of Novorossiysk overnight, damaging a mooring point for the Caspian Pipeline Consortium.

By Guy Faulconbridge
AgileX Launches Pika Pro, Boosting Robot Mobility
SocialApr 6, 2026

AgileX Launches Pika Pro, Boosting Robot Mobility

AgileX Unveils Pika Pro: Next-Gen #Robotics Platform Takes Mobility to the Next Level by @AgilexRobotics #EmergingTech #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/b2XTLJ5BUB

By Ron van Loon
High Gas Prices May Not Yet Boost EV Sales
SocialApr 6, 2026

High Gas Prices May Not Yet Boost EV Sales

"However, analysts said it was still too early to predict if high petrol prices would translate into meaningful rise in sales of EVs, noting persistent concerns among mainstream consumers about their ability to go on long journeys in a large...

By Felix Hamer
Foreign Carmakers Face Collapse as Chinese Ditch Petrol
SocialApr 6, 2026

Foreign Carmakers Face Collapse as Chinese Ditch Petrol

More foreign marques face a do-or-die moment as Chinese buyers shun petrol cars Following Skoda’s exit from China, other carmakers with falling sales are also likely to close shop this year, analysts say "Overcapacity"? only for ICE cars.. https://t.co/qkeG9VyQIL via @scmpnews

By Paul Triolo
China's Electric Trucks Boom Amid Rising Oil Prices
SocialApr 6, 2026

China's Electric Trucks Boom Amid Rising Oil Prices

China’s electric truck revolution: powerful painkiller for the Iran war? Sales of electric heavy-duty cargo trucks surged by 182 per cent in 2025, with more growth forecast as oil and gas prices soar https://t.co/vbLCYckpH0 via @scmpnews

By Paul Triolo
Tesla Becomes South Korea’s Top Imported Car, Up 330%
SocialApr 6, 2026

Tesla Becomes South Korea’s Top Imported Car, Up 330%

Tesla just pulled off a historic first in South Korea: It is now the #1 import brand in Q1, up +330% YoY. Top 3: Tesla: 20,964 BMW: 19,368 Merc: 15,862 Remember all who said MY is doomed in Q1 last year? Bet they all have...

By Jaan
NY Sparks Debate Over Inevitable Driverless Car Future
SocialApr 6, 2026

NY Sparks Debate Over Inevitable Driverless Car Future

Across NY, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins $TSLA $GOOGL https://t.co/FPsUttlkYT via @CityAndStateNY

By Steven Spencer
Vessel Flow, Not Scarcity, Drives Gulf Oil Dynamics
SocialApr 6, 2026

Vessel Flow, Not Scarcity, Drives Gulf Oil Dynamics

Oil or vessel scarcity is a relatively minor factor compared with vessel flow @miltradechain Floating storage is irrelevant if there’s no exit from the Persian Gulf

By Art Berman Blog
Turbulence Reminder: Keep Seatbelts Fastened at All Times
SocialApr 6, 2026

Turbulence Reminder: Keep Seatbelts Fastened at All Times

On China Southern flight CZ3152 from Beijing to Shenzhen today, a passenger described severe turbulence throughout the flight, followed by a sudden 3-second weightless free-fall right after meals. Trays flew everywhere, leaving them terrified and frozen until touchdown. These intense moments...

By Fahad Naim
Tariff on Auto Parts Doubles Consumer Losses, Cuts U.S. Profits
SocialApr 6, 2026

Tariff on Auto Parts Doubles Consumer Losses, Cuts U.S. Profits

New @nberpubs: "Tariffs, Global Value Chains, and the Incidence of Protection: Evidence from US Automobiles" https://t.co/qydVvo0gkV Extending tariffs to intermediate inputs doubles consumer losses, "and producer surplus for U.S.-headquartered firms declines by about $2.6 billion" 😲

By Scott Lincicome
Singapore Fuel Prices Surge, Threatening Shipping Operations
SocialApr 6, 2026

Singapore Fuel Prices Surge, Threatening Shipping Operations

singapore shipping fuel market going off the chart—this is shipping fuel shortage live. at that price, shippers will defer orders, park their ships and either wait till the war is over or go out of business.

By Ian Bremmer
Tony Fernandes Sets June 26 KL‑Bahrain Launch, War‑Dependent
SocialApr 6, 2026

Tony Fernandes Sets June 26 KL‑Bahrain Launch, War‑Dependent

AirAsia X’s founder Tan Sri Tony Fernandes confirms June 26 take-off for KL-Bahrain flights while AirAsia X’s group CEO Bo Lingam said the plan is still on if the Middle Eastern war ends before launch date. Checks by Business Times...

By Bilqis Bahari
AirAsia X Holds Course Amid War, Fuel Surge
SocialApr 6, 2026

AirAsia X Holds Course Amid War, Fuel Surge

Key takeaways from AirAsia X PC: • Bahrain is still on, will fly on June 26 if war ends by then • No jet fuel shortage ATM. Able to uplift fuel from KUL to destination. • Not letting go of...

By Bilqis Bahari
JLR Cuts Inspection Time 95% with Elios 3 Drone
SocialApr 6, 2026

JLR Cuts Inspection Time 95% with Elios 3 Drone

Jaguar Land Rover Tests Elios 3 #Drone, Slashes Inspection Time by 95% via @WevolverApp #EmergingTech #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/C80S9keW4d

By Ron van Loon
Self‑Flipping Drone Takes Off Directly From Water
SocialApr 6, 2026

Self‑Flipping Drone Takes Off Directly From Water

This #Drone Can Flip Itself Over and Take Off From Water by @Fabriziobustama #EmergingTech #Innovation #Technology #Tech https://t.co/bXLRz8K4S3

By Ron van Loon
Decentralized Pallet Movers Could Replace Forklifts Entirely
SocialApr 6, 2026

Decentralized Pallet Movers Could Replace Forklifts Entirely

Interesting direction. Instead of improving forklifts, this approach removes them from the equation. Small, distributed units that move pallets directly could fundamentally change warehouse operations. Less congestion in aisles, more flexible layouts, and potentially smoother material flow without relying on a single...

By Dr. Marcell Vollmer
Chinese Airlines Fill Void as Russian Airspace Closes
SocialApr 6, 2026

Chinese Airlines Fill Void as Russian Airspace Closes

The Geopolitics of the Skies – Why Chinese Carriers are Redrawing the Global Aviation Map "The closure of Russian airspace to North American and European airlines has forced a rerouting that is as expensive as it is exhausting." https://t.co/HFTgbU023Q

By Dez Blanchfield
Specify Vessel Routes in Hormuz Reports for Accurate Context
SocialApr 6, 2026

Specify Vessel Routes in Hormuz Reports for Accurate Context

It would add critical context to Hormuz transit reporting if you indicate whether vessels are using the Iran-adjacent route, internationally recognized shipping lanes, etc. That distinction matters greatly. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

By Mike Schuler
Mission Requirements Dictate
SocialApr 6, 2026

Mission Requirements Dictate

Yes you do. Literally the damn mission set for this airframe and the exact use case and operational plan they train for with the exact assets they train with.

By Tyler Rogoway
Diversify Suppliers to Safeguard Your Supply Chain
SocialApr 6, 2026

Diversify Suppliers to Safeguard Your Supply Chain

Don't depend on a single supplier, provider, or port for all your products. Diversify your risk and hedge your exposure to ensure one disruption doesn't derail your entire supply chain. #SupplyChain #RiskManagement https://t.co/N70irLZbu7

By Eric Kimberling
Elon Advocates High Birthrate, yet Ignores Family Car Needs
SocialApr 6, 2026

Elon Advocates High Birthrate, yet Ignores Family Car Needs

how is it that @elon pushes for an above replacement birthrate, yet refuses to make a car that will comfortably accommodate a family of that size.

By Rob Leclerc
Qatar Aims to Resume LNG Shipments via Hormuz
SocialApr 6, 2026

Qatar Aims to Resume LNG Shipments via Hormuz

Qatar is attempting to send LNG shipments through Hormuz for first time since the Iran war started 🚨🚨 If successful, this would be the first time a loaded LNG tanker has gone through Hormuz in over a month. ~20% of global...

By Stephen Stapczynski
Electrification Hinges on Choosing Quality EV over Cheap Chinese
SocialApr 6, 2026

Electrification Hinges on Choosing Quality EV over Cheap Chinese

A lot of BYDs in Singapore. The speed and cost of electrification, at the moment, depends a lot on a very simple variable: whether you care more that it is a quality and affordable EV or care more that it...

By Damien Ma
Qatar
SocialApr 6, 2026

Qatar

Dozens of empty Qatari LNG tankers sit idle across Asia 🇶🇦🚢 The world's top LNG export plant in Qatar has been shut for over a month, upending the gas market and leaving the nation's fleet of ships without orders Hormuz has also...

By Stephen Stapczynski
Iran's Threats Make Hormuz Transit Too Risky
SocialApr 6, 2026

Iran's Threats Make Hormuz Transit Too Risky

Hormuz isn’t controlled. It’s poisoned. There's no blockade & no toll booth. Iran has made transit so dangerous that no rational vessel owner moves. Iran's "approval" through exemptions is bullshit Flows remain stopped except for a few tankers willing to take great risk. #Hormuz #IranWar...

By Art Berman Blog
AirAsia Confirms Bahrain Launch, First Flight June 2026
SocialApr 6, 2026

AirAsia Confirms Bahrain Launch, First Flight June 2026

AirAsia is still committed to fly to Bahrain with first flight on June 26, 2026: Tan Sri Tony Fernandes.

By Bilqis Bahari
Jetson Thor Humanoid Robot Gains Full Autonomous Mobility
SocialApr 6, 2026

Jetson Thor Humanoid Robot Gains Full Autonomous Mobility

Jetson Thor–Powered Humanoid #Robot Achieves Fully #Autonomous Wheeled Mobility via @ZappyZappy7 #Robotics #ArtificialIntelligence #MI #ML #Tech #Innovation https://t.co/jskSh16tPp

By Ron van Loon
Mines Threat Alone Can Paralyze Hormuz Shipping
SocialApr 6, 2026

Mines Threat Alone Can Paralyze Hormuz Shipping

A few mines—or just the threat—is enough to close Hormuz Ships stop. Insurers pull back. Flows collapse. Clearing takes weeks to months. That’s the strategy: disruption without closure. #IranWar #OilMarkets #EnergyCrisis #Hormuz #Geopolitics #SupplyChains https://t.co/DlAEMOcmJF

By Art Berman Blog
Mountain Drive Shows 2026 Toyota bZ’s Real-World Range
SocialApr 6, 2026

Mountain Drive Shows 2026 Toyota bZ’s Real-World Range

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...

By Dave Taylor
California HSR: Tax‑dumping Scheme, Not Real Rail
SocialApr 6, 2026

California HSR: Tax‑dumping Scheme, Not Real Rail

People are confused about California’s High Speed Rail project. It’s not a rail project. It’s simply a program to shovel tax dollars to politically connected and desirable audiences. 💰Properties being purchased in the right of way? 💰”prevailing wage” laborers (50%-100%...

By Pete Kazanjy
Tesla’s Rough Suspension Makes Even Texting Unbearable
SocialApr 6, 2026

Tesla’s Rough Suspension Makes Even Texting Unbearable

I just don’t understand how Tesla drivers tolerate its terrible suspension. Setting aside the whole Musk thing, it would be a dealbreaker for me. I’m trying to type out this post from the back of a Model Y and I...

By Matt Richardson
Oil Crisis Sparked WA Rail Revival; Net‑Zero Could Repeat
SocialApr 6, 2026

Oil Crisis Sparked WA Rail Revival; Net‑Zero Could Repeat

WA fuel prices: the last big oil crisis in 1979 led to a new rail rebirth in WA What will this one bring? Net zero is not just about climate change It's also about security into our future ending reliance on any...

By Prof Ray Wills
Bird-Inspired Control Stabilizes X‑Fly Ornithopter
SocialApr 5, 2026

Bird-Inspired Control Stabilizes X‑Fly Ornithopter

X-Fly: The Ornithopter That Tames Wing-Flap Chaos with Bird-Inspired Control via @IlirAliu_ #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation #Tech https://t.co/4CaWCAjKRC

By Ron van Loon
IRGC Warns Strait of Hormuz's New Reality for US, Israel
SocialApr 5, 2026

IRGC Warns Strait of Hormuz's New Reality for US, Israel

IRGC. Strait of Hormuz. Previous state. What will it be for all except the US and Israel? And the supply of supply chains?

By Tom Craig