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German Auto Industry's EV Failure Hits Us Harder
SocialApr 5, 2026

German Auto Industry's EV Failure Hits Us Harder

Axel: 🔥🔥🔥 "And the failure of the German auto industry, which has completely lost its competitiveness in electric vehicles, naturally hits us even harder." ⚡️⚡️⚡️ #alwaysbecharging https://t.co/JoUlcn88vC

By Felix Hamer
Tech Can't Replace Human Vigilance in Inventory Accuracy
SocialApr 5, 2026

Tech Can't Replace Human Vigilance in Inventory Accuracy

Even with advanced tech, human error causes inventory discrepancies. Forgetting to scan items or even theft can lead to systems showing inaccurate stock levels. Real-time accuracy requires vigilance. #InventoryManagement #SupplyChain https://t.co/JSwAjiR4Sk

By Eric Kimberling
United Adds Basic Fare Tiers for Premium Travelers
SocialApr 5, 2026

United Adds Basic Fare Tiers for Premium Travelers

After impressive Elevated 787-9 reveal, United Airlines surprises with basic fare tiers for premium customers https://t.co/Ao8WEVGtrk #PaxEx #AvGeek https://t.co/nHoqWPQoYn

By Mary Kirby
Packaging Paper Shipments Rise 4% Signals Industrial Recovery
SocialApr 5, 2026

Packaging Paper Shipments Rise 4% Signals Industrial Recovery

Another proof point that the industrial recovery is underway and the strength in freight isn’t just capacity. Packaging paper shipments are up 4% YoY https://t.co/rGPd8dyncF

By Craig Fuller
Iran War's End Won’t Reverse Lasting Systemic Disruptions
SocialApr 5, 2026

Iran War's End Won’t Reverse Lasting Systemic Disruptions

Even if the Iran war "ends" politically, it doesn't end This is a world-changing event. Rhetoric resolves in weeks. Flows in months. Systems in years. The disruption to energy, shipping, & trade flows are irreversible and permanent in many ways. #IranWar #EnergyCrisis #Geopolitics #GlobalEconomy...

By Art Berman Blog
StarLUX Unveils Chrome
SocialApr 5, 2026

StarLUX Unveils Chrome

The new STARLUX A350-1000 gold ARSORAYAMA livery by Hajime Sorayama is finally out there.... the chrome like gold shine is unreal. They went all-in on this metallic effect for the carbon-fiber fuselage. The gold one (B-58554) pairs with the silver version...

By Fahad Naim
EV Battery Scandal Jeopardizes Far-Right EU Government's Election Prospects
SocialApr 5, 2026

EV Battery Scandal Jeopardizes Far-Right EU Government's Election Prospects

The EV battery scandal that threatens to derail election hopes of EU’s most far right government #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/GTuJv7PCS6 https://t.co/qjCAz3Ygso

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
AA CEOs Return From Paris, Flaunting Gucci Bags
SocialApr 5, 2026

AA CEOs Return From Paris, Flaunting Gucci Bags

American Airlines Current And Former CEOs Flew Home From Paris Together — Gucci Bags In Hand - View from the Wing https://t.co/kY9cnGSH59

By Gary Leff
Proactive Supply Chain Data Drives Future‑Ready Decisions
SocialApr 5, 2026

Proactive Supply Chain Data Drives Future‑Ready Decisions

In today's rapidly changing world, leveraging supply chain data is crucial for better decision-making and anticipating future disruptions. Organizations that thrive are those integrating systems to track information proactively. #SupplyChain #DataAnalytics #BusinessStrategy https://t.co/s0OtWwNIp8

By Eric Kimberling
Iran Mandates Crypto Tolls for Ships in Strait of Hormuz
SocialApr 5, 2026

Iran Mandates Crypto Tolls for Ships in Strait of Hormuz

JUST IN: Iran is now requiring cryptocurrency payments as tolls for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

By David Gokhshtein
Trump Demands Iran Reopen Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday
SocialApr 5, 2026

Trump Demands Iran Reopen Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday

JUST IN: Trump's ultimatum: Iran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday night, per WSJ.

By David Gokhshtein
Prediction Markets Dismiss Threat as Ship Traffic Falls
SocialApr 5, 2026

Prediction Markets Dismiss Threat as Ship Traffic Falls

"There is no indication that prediction markets took the threat seriously, and indeed the expected number of ships transiting the Strait declined." https://t.co/mVqQk3cj7E https://t.co/334gkFQXkk

By Scott Lincicome
US Inaction Will Trigger Oil Shock in Two Weeks
SocialApr 5, 2026

US Inaction Will Trigger Oil Shock in Two Weeks

Listen to the question carefully then listen to the answer. Those waiting for US Leadership in solving the Strait of Hormuz issue, you are gonna be disappointed. They have ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA how to solve the issue. In less than 2 weeks, global...

By Kudzai Mutisi
Uber Races to Fill Fleet with Autonomous Robot Drivers
SocialApr 5, 2026

Uber Races to Fill Fleet with Autonomous Robot Drivers

Uber has over 20 partners in the autonomous space.... Waymo, Nvidia, WeRide, https://t.co/RiMfvpgCT3, Waabi, soon maybe even Tesla?  Just as they want every great human driver on the platform, they want every great ROBOT driver, too. This is a massive play.

By Peter H. Diamandis
SES Eyes Cross‑unit Content Bundles for Evolving Passenger Experience
SocialApr 5, 2026

SES Eyes Cross‑unit Content Bundles for Evolving Passenger Experience

Multi-orbit satellite operator SES is exploring cross-unit content bundles between its media and aero or cruise businesses, as the passenger experience evolves. https://t.co/jmm0rS22Cy #PaxEx

By Mary Kirby
LaGuardia Tops Overrated List Among America's Airports
SocialApr 5, 2026

LaGuardia Tops Overrated List Among America's Airports

The Best And Worst Airports In America — Why LaGuardia Is The Most Overrated - View from the Wing https://t.co/rB3vAHLixL

By Gary Leff
War Changed Traffic Near Iran’s Larak Island
SocialApr 5, 2026

War Changed Traffic Near Iran’s Larak Island

Taking this route near Iran’s Larak island is not normal, at least it wasn’t prior to the war

By Mike Schuler
Strait of Hormuz Traffic Spikes, Iran Toll
SocialApr 5, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Traffic Spikes, Iran Toll

The traffic through the Strait of Hormuz from 0000 hours April 4 (UTC) to 1400 hours April 5. Notice the amount of Traffic going to and from Iran and the use of the Iranian Toll Booth between Qeshm and Larak...

By Sal Mercogliano
Oil Reserves Aren't Instantly Deployable Due to Logistical Limits
SocialApr 5, 2026

Oil Reserves Aren't Instantly Deployable Due to Logistical Limits

•“Reserves” ≠ instantly usable supply These barrels are spread across countries and fields, and many aren’t quickly accessible. •Logistics constraints Transport, refining, and geopolitics limit how fast oil can be deployed.

By Jigar Shah
Too Many Funding Raths, Few Viable Projects
SocialApr 5, 2026

Too Many Funding Raths, Few Viable Projects

There are ratholes everywhere, and potential good projects. Lots of BS "research" is funded -- and some good. "infrastructure investment?" come look at CA high speed train to nowhere for a fantastic rathole.

By John H. Cochrane
Domestic Manufacturing Essential to End Global Supply Chain Disadvantage
SocialApr 5, 2026

Domestic Manufacturing Essential to End Global Supply Chain Disadvantage

Unfortunately, this is true. And the whole reason we must bring manufacturing back from China. We are at a massive disadvantage as long as our supply chains are global.

By Craig Fuller
Airlines Gate‑check Bags Despite Empty Overhead Bins
SocialApr 5, 2026

Airlines Gate‑check Bags Despite Empty Overhead Bins

Airlines Keep Making You Gate Check Your Carry-on Bag — Then You Board And See Empty Overhead Bins - View from the Wing https://t.co/n40hucOf2f

By Gary Leff
Risk, Not Policy, Stalls Hormuz Oil Shipments
SocialApr 5, 2026

Risk, Not Policy, Stalls Hormuz Oil Shipments

Hormuz tanker exemptions change nothing, writes @CRUDEOIL231 Without ships willing to enter Hormuz, the barrels don’t move. The constraint isn’t policy—it’s risk, insurance, and tanker availability. A few ships don’t fix the energy crisis #Oil #Hormuz #EnergyCrisis #Geopolitics

By Art Berman Blog
Flyswiss Launches In‑Flight Pedals for Fitness
SocialApr 5, 2026

Flyswiss Launches In‑Flight Pedals for Fitness

MyPOV - Congrats to @Flyswiss - this is something I wanted to see for a long time. Good for circulation, jet lag etc. Even efficient altitude training. Now they not only the stairs left on @Boeing 747 and @Airbus 340...

By Holger Müller
Holographic Car Windows Display Live Driving Data
SocialApr 5, 2026

Holographic Car Windows Display Live Driving Data

Holographic Car Window Projects Real-Time Driving Data — The Future Is Here by @NathieVR #VR #VirtualReality #AR #AugmentedReality https://t.co/bSqCbUBgVc

By Ron van Loon
First-Class Passenger Turns Armrest Into Footrest
SocialApr 5, 2026

First-Class Passenger Turns Armrest Into Footrest

American Airlines First Class Passenger Used Another Traveler’s Armrest As A Footrest — “Start Selling Feet Pics” - View from the Wing https://t.co/FodtomZUNg

By Gary Leff
Open the Strait Now or Face Hellish Consequences
SocialApr 5, 2026

Open the Strait Now or Face Hellish Consequences

“… Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell…” https://t.co/2fn6LJ9CWN

By Javier Blas
China’s Taxis Shift From VW to BYD Electric
SocialApr 5, 2026

China’s Taxis Shift From VW to BYD Electric

“Anecdotal Observations of a China Newbie: 13 yrs ago in Shanghai, half of the taxis were VW-Santanas with internal combustion engines. Today in Beijing, Xi'an, or Guilin, they're Chinese electric cars, mostly BYD. VW and other German brands are still...

By Felix Hamer
Turkish‑operated Tanker Moves 1 M Barrels via Iran’s Corridor
SocialApr 5, 2026

Turkish‑operated Tanker Moves 1 M Barrels via Iran’s Corridor

Roughly 1 million barrels of Iraqi Basra Heavy has passed through the Strait of Hormuz using the Iranian-assigned corridor. The vessel, a shadow fleet tanker, is owned and operated by a Turkish company. Map form @Kpler

By Anas Alhajji
Cyberpunk-Inspired Electric Motorcycle Redefines Future Mobility
SocialApr 5, 2026

Cyberpunk-Inspired Electric Motorcycle Redefines Future Mobility

Cyberpunk on Two Wheels: A Futuristic Electric Motorcycle Concept by @tweetciiiim #Innovation #TechForGood #EmergingTech #Technology #Tech https://t.co/hbpIRclSWf

By Ron van Loon
Tesla Wins FCC Approval for Ultra‑Wideband Wireless EV Charging
SocialApr 5, 2026

Tesla Wins FCC Approval for Ultra‑Wideband Wireless EV Charging

Tesla Secures FCC Approval for Ultra-Wideband #Wireless #EV Charging by @IntEngineering #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology https://t.co/96OnW9HWhd

By Ron van Loon
Coordinated Drones Unlock New Logistics Possibilities
SocialApr 5, 2026

Coordinated Drones Unlock New Logistics Possibilities

Coordination is becoming the real breakthrough. It’s not just what one drone can do, it’s what multiple systems can achieve together. When drones can coordinate in real time without heavy sensor stacks, you unlock new possibilities for transport, inspection, and logistics in...

By Dr. Marcell Vollmer
Combat Controllers Enable MC‑130J CSAR Operations Anywhere
SocialApr 5, 2026

Combat Controllers Enable MC‑130J CSAR Operations Anywhere

MC-130J during a CSAR training mission at an austere airfield. These aircraft and aircrews don't get enough credit, nor to the Combat Controllers that can activate an airfield out of nowhere to make operations like these possible. https://t.co/Fn32HRwCJA

By Tyler Rogoway
Know Your Second and Third-Tier Suppliers for Better Planning
SocialApr 5, 2026

Know Your Second and Third-Tier Suppliers for Better Planning

Enhance supply chain visibility beyond immediate partners. Understanding second and third-tier suppliers' reliability, quality, availability, and lead times is crucial for effective planning and anticipating end-customer demand. #SupplyChain #Visibility https://t.co/hy28NvPSQv

By Eric Kimberling
China's AI-Driven Port Fully Automates Cargo Handling
SocialApr 5, 2026

China's AI-Driven Port Fully Automates Cargo Handling

Fully #Automated: China’s #AI-Powered Port Moves Cargo Without Humans by @_fluxfeeds #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #ML #MI https://t.co/Vvq8b8QW37

By Ron van Loon
Russian LNG Vessel Shifts From Arctic to Africa‑Asia Trade
SocialApr 5, 2026

Russian LNG Vessel Shifts From Arctic to Africa‑Asia Trade

This is a story packed with irony — perfect for the media: An ICE-class LNG carrier, once dedicated to carrying Yamal LNG from Russia’s Arctic, is now transporting LNG from Africa to Asia. The question is: Why is a Russian company shipping...

By Anas Alhajji
4D Map Reveals Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Blockade
SocialApr 5, 2026

4D Map Reveals Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Blockade

i built this 4d reconstruction of iran's chokehold on the world's oil. almost nothing is getting through the strait of hormuz. you can clearly see the path ships took before/after the blockade, and can even detect & track "dark vessels"...

By Bilawal Sidhu
Diesel Prices Poised to Surge Toward $11/Gal
SocialApr 5, 2026

Diesel Prices Poised to Surge Toward $11/Gal

We warned in the Daily Energy Report and the Weekly US Data Report about a month ago that diesel prices will skyrocket and inventories might decline to record levels. Will it go to $11/g?

By Anas Alhajji
Bulk Rail Growth Unlinked to Diesel Prices, Not Mode‑Shift
SocialApr 5, 2026

Bulk Rail Growth Unlinked to Diesel Prices, Not Mode‑Shift

The strength of bulk rail in Q1 has little to do with the high price of diesel. Chemical shipments had their largest month on record in February 2026 before it was broken in March. Grains actually had a bigger month...

By Craig Fuller
U.S. Supplies Half Global NGLs; Hormuz Crisis Cuts 19% Shipments
SocialApr 5, 2026

U.S. Supplies Half Global NGLs; Hormuz Crisis Cuts 19% Shipments

⭕️The United States is not only the world's largest producer of natural gas liquids (NGLs), but it accounts for roughly half of global production. ⭕️ The Hormuz crisis blocked the shipmnets of about 19% of seaborn tarded NGLs. https://t.co/PeoruA92IE

By Anas Alhajji
CATL Launches Autonomous Robot for On-Demand EV Charging
SocialApr 5, 2026

CATL Launches Autonomous Robot for On-Demand EV Charging

CATL Unveils #Autonomous #Robot That Drives to Your #EV for On-Demand Charging by @IntEngineering #Robotics #Engineering #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/yZlHzOlWSm

By Ron van Loon
Strait of Hormuz: Open, Closed, or Cartoon Chaos?
SocialApr 5, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: Open, Closed, or Cartoon Chaos?

Strait of Hormuz WEEK 5 Update | Is the Strait OPEN or CLOSED? | Have We Gone Full Looney Tunes? Video: https://t.co/UmvO23asx3 https://t.co/WWKZn0XYH6

By Sal Mercogliano
Domino's Tests Submarine Pizza Delivery in UK
SocialApr 5, 2026

Domino's Tests Submarine Pizza Delivery in UK

Pizza Goes Underwater: Domino’s UK Trials Submarine Delivery by @IntEngineering #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology #TechForGood https://t.co/WPSE68o0A5

By Ron van Loon
Age Shouldn’t Exempt Planes or Pilots From Strict Checks
SocialApr 4, 2026

Age Shouldn’t Exempt Planes or Pilots From Strict Checks

After a certain age I think planes should require rigorous routine inspections to be permitted to fly. Same for their pilots. It’s kinda wild 70 year old dudes (or 30 year old women on a half dozen antidepressants) can fly 80...

By Bryan Beal
Robotic System Turns Trucks Into Mobile Drone Bases
SocialApr 4, 2026

Robotic System Turns Trucks Into Mobile Drone Bases

#Robotic Takeoff and Landing System to Transform Trucks into #Drone Mobile Bases via @ZappyZappy7 #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/SzLRMH2cJO

By Ron van Loon
6% of Active Truck Drivers Likely to Fail Drug Test
SocialApr 4, 2026

6% of Active Truck Drivers Likely to Fail Drug Test

6% of active truck drivers would fail a drug test according to a study by the Trucking Alliance

By Craig Fuller
Chrysler's Solo Model Undermines the “Big 3” Label
SocialApr 4, 2026

Chrysler's Solo Model Undermines the “Big 3” Label

Big 3 is a bit of a misnomer now. Chrysler is owned by Stellantis, only makes one model of vehicle, sold 126,000 vehicles last year.

By Adam Ozimek
Master Storage Locations to Slash Fulfillment Time
SocialApr 4, 2026

Master Storage Locations to Slash Fulfillment Time

Unlock peak inventory efficiency by mastering storage locations. Knowing exact spots for raw materials and finished goods slashes order fulfillment time. Your WMS guides your crew, ensuring fast retrieval. #InventoryManagement #Warehouse https://t.co/r4FzMpMEv3

By Eric Kimberling
Jet Fuel Prices Skyrocket Amid Limited Supply
SocialApr 4, 2026

Jet Fuel Prices Skyrocket Amid Limited Supply

Jet fuel prices are *soaring* if you can get your hands on any, that is.

By Rory Johnston