Transportation

Transportation 2023-09-04T18:50:11Z
A Tesla Model Y.

Auto expert says Tesla's Model Y battery pack has 'zero repairability,' so a minor collision can junk the car

EV batteries bring all sorts of challenges when they get damaged after accidents. One expert says Tesla customers are especially at risk.
Transportation 2023-09-04T18:49:41Z
Lotus Esprit

See over 50 once beloved cars that have been discontinued

Beloved cars that are no longer in production include models from Cadillac, Chevrolet, Lotus, and Hummer.
Transportation 2023-09-04T11:53:00Z
Embraer Phenom 300e

Take a look at the $10 million Embraer Phenom 300, which just became the new most popular private jet in the US

The Brazilian-made Embraer Phenom 300 has surpassed the best-selling Cessna Citation Excel as the US' most popular private jet.
Transportation 2023-09-03T09:42:33Z

A Tesla stopped working and got stuck in the middle a busy road for 9 hours because it couldn't be moved, report says

The driver of the Model 3 was trying to turn off a road near Salisbury in England when it came to a halt, The Telegraph reported. 
Transportation 2023-09-03T09:30:01Z

A Dodge Charger is 60 times more likely to be stolen than any other vehicle in the US. It's now taken the most-stolen crown from Hyundai and Kia.

Highway Loss Data Institute reports on "unbelievable" theft rates for Dodge Hellcat despite viral Kia and Hyundai trends.
Transportation 2023-09-02T15:00:08Z

Ryan Reynolds says his $120K electric motorcycle makes him feel like Superman – and he's sparked a surge of interest in its English maker

The actor's love of his custom-made bike has sparked a surge of interest for Coventry-based Arc, which recently started taking US orders, BBC News reported.
Transportation 2023-09-02T14:04:38Z

Charter planes are descending on the Nevada desert — and the pop-up Black Rock City airport — as tech bros and billionaires gather for Burning Man

For one week every year, a dried-up lakebed in the Nevada desert becomes an airport that ushers in thousands of Burning Man attendees.
Transportation 2023-09-02T11:30:00Z

Check out BMW's radical new look for its next generation of cars

BMW's latest concept car previews what its cars will look like starting in 2025. It looks like a BMW from the future.
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Transportation 2023-09-02T10:30:01Z

Cybertruck buyers still don't know what they're buying or how much it costs, and they are just weeks from delivery

The radical Tesla Cybertruck was revealed in 2019 and has suffered multiple delays.
Transportation 2023-09-01T16:21:56Z

More than 14 million people are expected to fly this Labor Day weekend. Here's what to do if you face an airline delay or cancelation.

Weather can often cause airline and flight crews to be displaced. Find out what passengers are entitled to when flights are delayed or canceled.
Transportation 2023-09-01T13:50:45Z

EV owners are fed up with charging stations that lack bathrooms, snacks, and even trash cans

I stopped to charge my EV and had to urinate in a bush. It points to a larger issue the EV industry faces.
Transportation 2023-09-01T12:43:46Z

Tesla gave the Model 3 a makeover and cut the price of Full Self-Driving by $3,000

The revamp brings slimmer headlights, a new display for rear passengers, and longer range, but will cost more in China where it goes on sale before the US.
Transportation 2023-09-01T11:55:24Z

Regulators want to fine Qantas 'hundreds of millions of dollars' for selling tickets for thousands of already-cancelled flights

Australian regulators are seeking a record-breaking fine against Qantas, accusing it of selling tickets to flights that had already been cancelled.
Transportation 2023-08-31T18:13:02Z

A 57-year-old UPS driver in Texas died after collapsing in the heat while making deliveries

In their new contract, UPS workers won AC in new vehicles, and the potential to earn $170,000 a year in salary and benefits for full-time drivers.
Transportation 2023-08-31T14:45:37Z

6 cruise passengers have gone overboard in 3 months. Here's why most ships still don't use detection tech for rescues.

Vague language in a 2010 law means cruise ships largely rely on cameras to spot people who've gone overboard, losing critical time in rescue missions.
Transportation 2023-08-31T13:04:14Z

Tesla is reportedly under investigation by the DOJ and SEC over its mysterious 'Project 42'

The project was internally believed to involve building a glass house for Elon Musk, the Journal previously reported.

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Transportation 2023-08-31T09:30:02Z

Cybertruck photos in the wild reveal the truck's quirks ahead of Elon Musk's most important launch yet

Elon Musk's Tesla is about to begin deliveries of the Cybertruck. Every new photo of the truck has spurred fans to pick apart the massive truck's features.
Transportation 2023-08-30T22:13:16Z

A passenger went overboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, the largest operating cruise ship in the world at 18 decks tall and 230,000 tons

A Wonder of the Seas guest went overboard the largest cruise ship on Tuesday near Cuba, Royal Caribbean said.
Transportation 2023-08-30T19:24:35Z

I'm a personal finance expert. These are the most common mistakes car buyers make.

Car buyers make some common mistakes like overlooking maintenance and insurance costs. A personal finance expert shares tips to avoid these errors.
Transportation 2023-08-30T18:59:31Z

Auto workers want 40% pay increases. Analysts worry that will drive up car prices and make it harder for Ford, GM, and Stellantis to compete with Tesla.

As Ford, GM, and Stellantis workers fight the automakers for higher wages, consumers could see car prices go back up.
Transportation 2023-08-30T17:41:14Z

A huge traffic jam at the Panama Canal could take at least 10 months to clear up — and it'll likely screw up your holiday shopping

Supply chain visibility startup Project44 said the wait time for ships that haven't been booked with the Panama Canal has increased 280% since June.
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Transportation 2023-08-30T14:37:27Z

See inside President Vladimir Putin's opulent $100 million superyacht

Russia's President Vladimir Putin spent $32 million renovating his superyacht, Graceful, while his forces descended upon Ukraine, say Navalny.com.
Military & Defense 2023-08-30T12:27:47Z

Ukraine is fielding new $3,500 'cardboard' drones against Russia — they're flat-packed and could prove deadly

The Corvo PPDS drone has a lightweight exterior packed with military-grade components, and it's yet another innovation being embraced in Ukraine.
Transportation 2023-08-30T11:36:01Z

A hidden Tesla feature nicknamed 'Elon mode' is under scrutiny from regulators after a hacker discovered a way to get rid of a prompt to drivers to keep their hands on the wheel

Tesla has been ordered by regulators to hand over data about an Autopilot mode that reportedly removes a prompt telling drivers to put their hands on the wheel.
Transportation 2023-08-30T08:54:00Z

Winnebago unveils new cheaper trailer RV as travel trailer sales slump

Winnebago's new entry-level Access travel trailer starts at $29,600 — nearly $7,600 cheaper than its previously least expensive trailer.
Personal Finance 2023-08-29T22:17:20Z

Best Airline Credit Cards of September 2023

Airline credit cards come in flavors that suit every travel style — some of the best of which don't even have an airline name on the front.
Transportation 2023-08-29T20:31:13Z

The Tesla Cybertruck might always look a little busted

The heavy use of stainless steel on Tesla Cybertruck's exterior will make it hard to keep looking pristine, design and manufacturing experts said.
Transportation 2023-08-29T13:03:05Z

The uniformed attendant sitting next to you on your flight is probably 'deadheading' or getting paid to fly as a passenger

Staff who are "deadheading" are paid to fly so they can reach another airport but aren't on active duty.
Transportation 2023-08-29T11:22:53Z

Pilots are exhausted. A new survey suggests 3 out of 4 European pilots dozed off over the course of a month while flying a plane.

Pilots are so exhausted that they're struggling to stay awake while operating flights, a new survey by the European Cockpit Association showed.
Transportation 2023-08-29T11:13:31Z

Elon Musk, who is known for pushing boundaries, will reportedly escape a fine for using his phone while driving a Tesla

Elon Musk was test-driving an unreleased version of Tesla's FSD software and livestreamed the 45-minute demo on X.
Tech 2023-08-29T10:51:53Z

Elon Musk's Tesla almost ran a red light during a FSD demo, video shows

A video appears to show Elon Musk grabbing the steering wheel after Tesla's Full Self-Driving software misread a traffic signal.
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Transportation 2023-08-29T09:21:02Z

I've been a UPS warehouse worker for almost 20 years. I like my job, but going to work in the summer is just awful.

UPS warehouse jobs are awful and dangerous in the summer heat, a worker says. They wish customers considered package handlers' experience.
Transportation 2023-08-29T09:12:47Z

Uber bans most under 25s from driving for the company in California because of rising insurance costs

Uber's new rule does not affect under-25s who are already signed up as drivers for the company. Only would-be recruits are impacted.
Transportation 2023-08-29T04:05:12Z

Google Flights says the best time to book your flights for Christmas is 71 days before departure

The cheapest US-Europe flights could be found 72 days or more before departure, the company said in a blog post on Monday.
Play Icon A triangle pointing right. It indicates that this type of media can be played or that the linked content is playable. Supercut 2023-08-28T20:14:33Z

The startup race to bring flying cars to market

A race to produce flying cars that will ease traffic and cut down carbon emissions is underway — for those who can afford it.
Transportation 2023-08-28T17:21:13Z

American Airlines fined a record-breaking $4.1 million for lengthy tarmac delays affecting nearly 6,000 passengers

The Department of Transportation said 43 American flights had tarmac delays of over 3 hours from 2018 to 2021.
Transportation 2023-08-28T15:15:06Z

A Southwest Airlines flight made a detour to drop off a flight attendant needed on another plane

The flight from Dallas to Kansas City on Friday made an unscheduled stop in Wichita to drop off a flight attendant to avoid delaying other flights.
Transportation 2023-08-28T09:00:00Z

See inside a revolutionary flying car that will cost $789,000 and just started test flights

Flying cars might arrive sooner than you think. This California startup plans to start selling its 150-mph vehicle in 2026.
Politics 2023-08-27T14:33:40Z

Federal authorities have been probing roughly 5,000 pilots suspected of withholding major health issues that could imperil their ability to fly safely, report says

Nearly 600 of the pilots who are being investigated have licenses to fly the general public on passenger airlines, according to The Washington Post.
Transportation 2023-08-27T11:45:01Z

EVs are the only cars you can get a deal on right now

It's hard to find a deal on a car right now, unless you're shopping for an electric vehicle.
Transportation 2023-08-27T10:30:51Z

A Tesla owner said his Model 3 in Full Self-Driving mode didn't slow down before it hit water on the road and crashed into a pond

Video posted by YouTube channel Wham Baam Teslacam shows the Model 3 sliding off the road and ending up partially submerged in floodwater.
Transportation 2023-08-26T15:17:30Z

2 cabin crew could be in big trouble after taking selfies on the wing of a Boeing 777

Swiss Air denounced the behavior of the flight attendants, pointing out that a fall from the height of the wing could be "devastating."
Careers 2023-08-26T13:54:17Z

I sold my apartment, my car and quit my job to live in an RV that cost $40,000

Lee Jeyes had a "comfortable" life and a good salary from his job as a Walmart executive, but found himself "still looking for more."
Transportation 2023-08-26T12:45:00Z

Luxury overland vehicle maker EarthCruiser has teamed up with GMC to turn the Hummer EV into an beefy electric RV — see inside

GMC's swanky Hummer EV can soon become a durable RV with the help of famed overlanding vehicle maker EarthCruiser.
Transportation 2023-08-26T11:21:00Z

A European vehicle company makes ultra-luxury RVs that cost more than $1 million and take a year to build. Take a look and its most opulent design.

Marchi Group's Marchi Mobile arm specializes in design-forward trucks, including RVs. Its most luxurious design has a rising roof deck and a spa.
Transportation 2023-08-26T10:26:01Z

I'll make $140K driving for UPS this year. We deserve this pay — it's not an easy job.

Graham Jones is a UPS feeder driver who will earn $140,000 this year and says drivers are paid well, but they work long hours.
Transportation 2023-08-25T18:08:34Z
Transportation 2023-08-25T16:44:02Z

Workers at Ford, GM, and Jeep-maker Stellantis just got one step closer to striking as automaker union negotiations heat up

The White House has urged "all sides to work together to forge a fair agreement," to avoid a potentially massive strike at the companies.
Transportation 2023-08-25T16:31:26Z

Elon Musk reportedly complained about the Cybertruck's design and wants it to be as precise as a Lego brick

Musk, according to an email seen by CNBC, told Tesla staff of the Cybertruck: "Any dimensional variation shows up like a sore thumb."
Transportation 2023-08-25T15:54:13Z

I've reviewed 27 electric vehicles, including a $2 million supercar and a $20,000 3-wheeler. Here's what makes them all unique.

I've written 27 EV reviews. Here's what I thought of cars, trucks, and SUVs from Hyundai, Ford, Chevrolet, Kia, Porsche, Rolls-Royce and more.
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