Transportation Social Media and Updates

Samart Aviation Poised for Regional Growth with Multiple Catalysts
SocialMay 26, 2026

Samart Aviation Poised for Regional Growth with Multiple Catalysts

Samart Aviation (SAV TB) catalysts: - 2x new Thailand airport ground services projects - Thailand Cambodia peace talks - Free-entry for PRC citizens from July 2026 - Long Thanh Airport completion in 4Q2026 - Potential Laos contract win https://t.co/gininLvngO

By Michael Fritzell
Apple’s Early Car Concept Mimicked a 1960s Fiat Minivan
SocialMay 26, 2026

Apple’s Early Car Concept Mimicked a 1960s Fiat Minivan

Early in the Apple Car project, one self-driving vehicle Jony Ive demo'd to Tim Cook looked like a 1960s Fiat mini-van: "Mr. Ive and his team of designers drew concepts for a car that would look like a European minivan...

By Trung Phan
Southwest Bans Humanlike Robots, Quiet Seats Disappear.
SocialMay 26, 2026

Southwest Bans Humanlike Robots, Quiet Seats Disappear.

Humanlike robots no longer allowed on Southwest flights https://t.co/gPVqe8tVVx -> a big setback for those who enjoy quiet seatmates....

By Jon Reed
Texas Trucker Faces $49M Judgment; Brokers Jointly Liable
SocialMay 25, 2026

Texas Trucker Faces $49M Judgment; Brokers Jointly Liable

$49m judgement against Texas trucker that is out of biz. If a broker had been involved, they could be held liable not only their portion, but the entire amount as joint defendants.

By Craig Fuller
Göteborg Debuts First Autonomous Bus Service
SocialMay 25, 2026

Göteborg Debuts First Autonomous Bus Service

Göteborg launches autonomous bus service launch day: 💥💥💥 #alwaysberiding #autonomous #europe photo: Elvira Jansson https://t.co/p660JVnyWT

By Felix Hamer
Saudi Airports Hit Record 141 Million Passengers in 2025
SocialMay 25, 2026

Saudi Airports Hit Record 141 Million Passengers in 2025

It’s Hajj season — millions of Muslims are heading to the holy city of Mecca, sending Saudi Arabia’s energy consumption through the roof. Yet, amazing preparations and coordination, zero interruptions. A new report reveals that Saudi airports handled...

By Anas Alhajji
Russian LNG Ship Bypasses Red Sea, Sails Around Globe
SocialMay 24, 2026

Russian LNG Ship Bypasses Red Sea, Sails Around Globe

🛳️Watch this sanctioned Russian LNG carrier sail all the way around the world to deliver sanctioned Russian LNG to China. 🚨Notice: zero LNG carriers in the Red Sea. Map form @Kpler https://t.co/ui5XGGWOJX

By Anas Alhajji
China May Block Japanese Airlines' European Routes via Airspace
SocialMay 24, 2026

China May Block Japanese Airlines' European Routes via Airspace

SCMP: Could China limit Japanese airlines’ access to its airspace as ties sour?—Japanese airlines’ lucrative European routes could become a victim of simmering tensions between China and Japan because access to airspace is a potential lever for Beijing. https://t.co/FpTBaWircd

By Jonathan Cheng
India Receives First LNG Shipment Bypassing Hormuz Since Iran War
SocialMay 24, 2026

India Receives First LNG Shipment Bypassing Hormuz Since Iran War

India is set to receive its first LNG shipment to exit Hormuz since the Iran war began 🇮🇳 ⚠️ An LNG tanker, which hasn’t transmitted its location for a month, is now heading to India after discreetly picking up a...

By Stephen Stapczynski
Tesla Pending Orders Now Visible on FSD Database Profiles
SocialMay 23, 2026

Tesla Pending Orders Now Visible on FSD Database Profiles

You can now view pending Tesla vehicle orders on a user's @fsd_database profile page https://t.co/YK9Bn7vpaH

By Whole Mars Catalog
Boring Company Aims to End Traffic with Hyperloop
SocialMay 23, 2026

Boring Company Aims to End Traffic with Hyperloop

Boring Company’s goal is to solve traffic in cities and one day build Hyperloop high-speed transit between city centers

By Elon Musk
Data Shows Jones Act Waivers Don't Displace U.S. Mariners
SocialMay 23, 2026

Data Shows Jones Act Waivers Don't Displace U.S. Mariners

"Claims that Jones Act waivers displace U.S. mariners are contradicted by the data. Every Jones Act–compliant tanker is currently active — underway, in port, or in scheduled maintenance. Waivers fill demand the fleet cannot physically meet." 😯 https://t.co/kbKfcmAbkj https://t.co/aYzEvt63pL

By Scott Lincicome
Troopers Ride with Truckers to Grasp Industry Challenges
SocialMay 22, 2026

Troopers Ride with Truckers to Grasp Industry Challenges

Derek Barrs talk about the importance of troopers riding along with truck drivers to understand the challenges and issues in the industry.

By Craig Fuller
Post‑SCOTUS: Brokers Shift, Consolidation Looms
SocialMay 22, 2026

Post‑SCOTUS: Brokers Shift, Consolidation Looms

More updates post SCOTUS: - Everyone believes rates will continue to surge. "You haven't seen anything yet." - Highway told me that the biggest shift this week has been brokers staying away from non-dom CDLs. This was a significant...

By Craig Fuller
Shipper Mulls Dismantling Traffic Dept After SCOTUS Ruling
SocialMay 22, 2026

Shipper Mulls Dismantling Traffic Dept After SCOTUS Ruling

A mid-market broker told us that one of their largest shippers is considering eliminating its entire traffic department and outsourcing it to managed transportation in light of the SCOTUS ruling.

By Craig Fuller
Same‑size Cities, Worlds Apart in Passenger Rail
SocialMay 22, 2026

Same‑size Cities, Worlds Apart in Passenger Rail

Louisville (pop. 640k) and Helsinki are nearly the same population size, yet one sees 637 train departures daily, while the former hasn't seen a passenger train since 2003 (this was the train platform). Louisville is studying a Tesla boring tunnel, btw.

By Hayden Clarkin (The Transit Guy)
Airlines Boast Starlink, Still Use 90s Tech
SocialMay 22, 2026

Airlines Boast Starlink, Still Use 90s Tech

🛫 2026 and everyone’s hyping Starlink WiFi on planes like we’ve entered the future... Meanwhile, half the airlines are still rocking this 90s-era Rockwell Collins System Control Unit to play safety videos and boarding music.

By Fahad Naim
Waymo Halts Autonomous Cars over Puddle Problems
SocialMay 22, 2026

Waymo Halts Autonomous Cars over Puddle Problems

JUST IN: Waymo pauses vehicles in Atlanta, San Antonio, Dallas, and Houston due to "puddle issues"

By Gemini
Modern Turbofan Pegasus Outshines Mythic Gods Daily
SocialMay 22, 2026

Modern Turbofan Pegasus Outshines Mythic Gods Daily

The Turbofan Pegasus… … but it flies higher, faster, further and with more comfort than any Greek mythologist could have ever dreamt. Way way way more capable than the Pegasus itself, but for… regular people, daily. Our machines are already more powerful...

By Mike Israetel, PhD
Bellwether's Volar Aims for Flying Cars by 2028
SocialMay 22, 2026

Bellwether's Volar Aims for Flying Cars by 2028

Bellwether’s Volar Could Make Flying Cars a Reality by 2028 by @spaceandtech_ #Aviation #Innovation #EmergingTech #TechForGood https://t.co/o1RmborfTa

By Ron van Loon
Zipline Dominates Drone Deliveries, Saving 17,000 Lives Annually
SocialMay 21, 2026

Zipline Dominates Drone Deliveries, Saving 17,000 Lives Annually

This is how your next Chipotle burrito, online package, and medical prescription will be delivered. And it might be my favorite company in all of robotics right now. Zipline has done over 2 million autonomous drone deliveries to date. That's more than every...

By itsolelehmann
Frontier's "Optional" Fee Costs $25 at the Airport
SocialMay 21, 2026

Frontier's "Optional" Fee Costs $25 at the Airport

Frontier Says Its Online Booking Fee Is "Optional" — But Avoiding It Costs $25 At The Airport - View from the Wing https://t.co/I7xGj2pqBs

By Gary Leff
Hormuz Disruptions Demand True Supply Chain Elasticity
SocialMay 21, 2026

Hormuz Disruptions Demand True Supply Chain Elasticity

The Strait of Hormuz has become a geopolitical pinball machine, disrupting 20% of global petroleum flows through a single chokepoint. From GPS spoofing to drone harassment, this is “attrition by algorithm.” Boards must stop planning for likely scenarios and build...

By Holger Müller
Spirit Airlines Spent $1.61 for Every $1 Earned.
SocialMay 21, 2026

Spirit Airlines Spent $1.61 for Every $1 Earned.

Spirit Airlines Spent $1.61 For Every $1 It Took In — New Filing Shows Why It Couldn’t Be Saved - View from the Wing https://t.co/Fwc1cG5SPG

By Gary Leff
Railroads Oppose Safety Bill Backed by Biden, Democrats
SocialMay 21, 2026

Railroads Oppose Safety Bill Backed by Biden, Democrats

.@RepTroyNehls says the large railroads are trying to kill his rail safety bill, despite support from @POTUS and Democrats: "This is the right thing to do"

By David Shepardson
Chery Targets 1 Million Overseas EV Sales by 2026
SocialMay 21, 2026

Chery Targets 1 Million Overseas EV Sales by 2026

China’s Chery plans for 1m EVs sold abroad amid global energy crisis Anhui-based carmaker anticipates 27% increase in foreign deliveries in 2026 as battery ranges improve and oil prices rise No "overcapacity" here, just demand, boosted by Iran conflict.. https://t.co/INi7kzAO6Q

By Paul Triolo
Walmart’s Fuel Surge Highlights Logistics Cost Pressures
SocialMay 21, 2026

Walmart’s Fuel Surge Highlights Logistics Cost Pressures

$WMT Walmart hit by higher fuel costs in its distribution and fulfillment. A sign for supply chains and logistics.

By Tom Craig
Fastned Adds 60 Stations in Eight Years, Fueling Fleet Expansion
SocialMay 21, 2026

Fastned Adds 60 Stations in Eight Years, Fueling Fleet Expansion

~60 stations in eight years ⚡️⚡️⚡️ perfect ramp up for the fleet growth or? #fastned #deutschland 🇩🇪 https://t.co/1NSUT4lJTl

By Felix Hamer
Honda's EV Recall Highlights Routine Camera Safety Issue
SocialMay 21, 2026

Honda's EV Recall Highlights Routine Camera Safety Issue

Honda Recalls Nearly 60,000 Electric Vehicles Over Rearview Camera Issue This recall has nothing to do with the vehicles being electric. Recalls for issues like this are common across the auto industry, regardless of powertrain type. https://t.co/udj9PRoeKk

By Anas Alhajji
Truckload Spot Rates Hit Record, Market Turns Ultra‑Bullish
SocialMay 21, 2026

Truckload Spot Rates Hit Record, Market Turns Ultra‑Bullish

Truckload spot rates hit all-time record of $3.69. RXO comes out with very bullish market update, talking about the significant amount of spot opportunities as shippers scramble for capacity in a tight market. Tender rejections hit new cycle high. Enterprise...

By Craig Fuller
EasyJet Assures Uninterrupted Summer Flights, Fuel Supply Stable
SocialMay 21, 2026

EasyJet Assures Uninterrupted Summer Flights, Fuel Supply Stable

"We have seen absolutely no issues with jet fuel supply [...] We have no concerns this summer. We fully intent to fly the schedule we have" -- EasyJet CEO

By Javier Blas
Orb Nomad: Zero‑Emission eVTOL Redefines Air Mobility
SocialMay 21, 2026

Orb Nomad: Zero‑Emission eVTOL Redefines Air Mobility

Orb Nomad: The Zero-Emission eVTOL Aircraft Redefining Air Mobility by @spaceandtech_ #Aviation #Technology #Innovation #EmergingTech #TechForGood https://t.co/5RCg479olQ

By Ron van Loon
UNP Prioritizes Growth PSR, Aims Volume Recovery
SocialMay 21, 2026

UNP Prioritizes Growth PSR, Aims Volume Recovery

UNP outlined a shift to growth-focused PSR at Wolfe Research, targeting volume recovery in intermodal & grain while holding price discipline. Self-help margins and strong cash flow remain key themes, even amid macro headwinds. Railroads

By periodtrader
Shenzhen Becomes First City with Fully Electric Public Transport
SocialMay 20, 2026

Shenzhen Becomes First City with Fully Electric Public Transport

Inside Shenzhen: The World’s First Fully Electric Public #Transport City by @wef #EV #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy https://t.co/181DqeBTAE

By Ron van Loon
EVs to Reach Half of Global Fleet by 2035
SocialMay 20, 2026

EVs to Reach Half of Global Fleet by 2035

EVs marching to eliminate ICEs and oil for cars 28% (23 mil) of all cars sold worldwide in 2026 will be electric. This is an increase from 25% (20 mil) in 2025. By 2035, ~510 million EVs will be on the road, about...

By Mark Z. Jacobson
Mercedes Unveils Electric Sports Car with V8‑like Sound
SocialMay 20, 2026

Mercedes Unveils Electric Sports Car with V8‑like Sound

Mercedes-Benz unveiled an electric sports car that simulates gear shifts and reproduces the soundtrack of a V8 engine - Bloomberg

By Evan – StockMKTNewz
FAA Chief to Brief Lawmakers on ATC Modernization
SocialMay 20, 2026

FAA Chief to Brief Lawmakers on ATC Modernization

.@RepRickLarsen says @FAA_Bryan to be at closed-door roundtable briefing with lawmakers next week on ATC modernization

By David Shepardson
World's First All‑Business ATR 72‑600 Launches
SocialMay 20, 2026

World's First All‑Business ATR 72‑600 Launches

World’s first ATR 72-600 HighLine all-Business Class aircraft operated by Malaysia’s Berjaya Air. This is the first of two new ATR aircraft ordered by Berjaya Air in 2023. The aircraft’s inaugural flight is scheduled to operate from Subang to Redang on...

By Bilqis Bahari
China to Acquire 200 Boeing Jets Conditional on Demand
SocialMay 20, 2026

China to Acquire 200 Boeing Jets Conditional on Demand

#China announces plans to buy @Boeing jets but with qualifiers: "in accordance with market demand" as per state media. $BA @ChinaDaily https://t.co/KmpXwtGfKK "An official from the Department of American and Oceanian Affairs at China's Ministry of Commerce said on Wednesday that...

By Eunice Yoon
Self-Driving Delivery Vehicles Grow in Rural China
SocialMay 20, 2026

Self-Driving Delivery Vehicles Grow in Rural China

Smart #Logistics: Self-Driving Delivery Vehicles Expand in Rural China by @TripInChina #Automotive #Transport #EV #Technology #Innovation https://t.co/VONQwRx3NX

By Ron van Loon
Energy Cargoes Flood Singapore Strait: Oil, Gas, Turbine Blades
SocialMay 20, 2026

Energy Cargoes Flood Singapore Strait: Oil, Gas, Turbine Blades

Lots of oil, gas, and clean energy too (turbine blades), and much more, headed through Singapore Strait this morning. https://t.co/d2sSESk5Nf

By Jason Bordoff
India Plans $1B+ Incentives for Private Electric Buses, Trucks
SocialMay 20, 2026

India Plans $1B+ Incentives for Private Electric Buses, Trucks

India is considering incentives exceeding $1 billion to spur private-sector adoption of electric buses and trucks, in an attempt to cut fossil-fuel use in the segment amid a deepening energy crisis, according to sources https://t.co/MBxRTCZtiE

By Vox – Climate
Brokerage Insurance Costs Could Surge Fivefold
SocialMay 19, 2026

Brokerage Insurance Costs Could Surge Fivefold

TIA: Brokerage insurance rates today 1-3% of gross revenue. Could go up 5x. 😳 https://t.co/SFiNmm1ONg

By Craig Fuller
Triple‑function Robot Combines Scooter, Walker, Cargo for Seniors
SocialMay 19, 2026

Triple‑function Robot Combines Scooter, Walker, Cargo for Seniors

3-in-1 Mobility Innovation: Scooter, Walker and Cargo #Robot for Elderly Users by @Rainmaker1973 #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology https://t.co/l9f1dfsPae

By Ron van Loon
NTSB Examines Cracked Component in Kentucky Cargo Crash
SocialMay 19, 2026

NTSB Examines Cracked Component in Kentucky Cargo Crash

NTSB reviews reports of cracks in key part in hearing on fatal Kentucky cargo crash https://t.co/Td3QgvpTuv

By Jamie Freed
Sen. Collins Probes Essential Air Service at Duffy Hearing
SocialMay 19, 2026

Sen. Collins Probes Essential Air Service at Duffy Hearing

First question at hearing to @SecDuffy is from @SenSusanCollins on essential air service -- a program popular in rural areas

By David Shepardson
U.S. Lags China in Merchant Fleet, Calls for Shipbuilding Surge
SocialMay 19, 2026

U.S. Lags China in Merchant Fleet, Calls for Shipbuilding Surge

“Today in the United States there are only 188 US flaged merchant ships and 105 Navy @MSCSealift ships. WE NEED MORE THAN THAT In fact the Chinese have over 11,000 merchant ships,” said @SECNAV Hung Cao in today’s senate hearing. The days...

By John Konrad
Miami's New Bridge Reunites Divided Neighborhoods After 60 Years
SocialMay 19, 2026

Miami's New Bridge Reunites Divided Neighborhoods After 60 Years

Miami is fixing something that's been broken for 60 years. When the 395 was created, 800 columns physically severed Overtown from its neighboring communities. With the new Signature Bridge needing less than 200 columns, the underdeck will physically connect Edgewater, the A&E...

By Omar Morales
Sen. Duckworth Slams FAA Complacency over Safety Failures
SocialMay 19, 2026

Sen. Duckworth Slams FAA Complacency over Safety Failures

.@SenDuckworth sharply criticizes @FAANews "It was not just a tragedy, but a travesty. The NTSB final report on the incident left no room for interpretation. The FAA's failure to act on prior safety recommendations led to this catastrophe. What we...

By David Shepardson