New study reveals in-flight risks and dangers for millions of older travelers on planes
A new study from scientists in Canada suggests airlines should strategically seat elderly passengers to improve evacuation times, as aging …
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By-wire — and a dang steering yoke — to the EQS
Steer-by-wire, in which a car can be steered electronically rather than through a physical connection between the steering wheel and …
Kia’s compact EV3 is coming to the US this year, with 320 miles of range
At the New York International Auto Show on Wednesday, Kia announced that its compact electric SUV, the EV3, will be …
Baidu’s robotaxis froze in traffic, creating chaos
Numerous robotaxis operated by Chinese tech giant Baidu froze in a major city on Tuesday, reportedly trapping passengers inside, stranding …
Robotaxi Outage in China Leaves Passengers Stranded on Highways
A suspected system failure froze Baidu’s robotaxis across Wuhan, trapping passengers and reportedly causing traffic disruptions and crashes.
These retractable studded tires might save our roads, ears, and lungs
If you want to feel truly invincible when driving in the snow, you need a set of studded snow tires. …
At least 2 students killed, several injured in school bus crash in Tennessee: 'A parent's worst nightmare'
Two students were killed and seven were injured in a school bus crash on Highway 70 in Carroll County, Tennessee, …
Where to Find Travel by Bus, Train, and Boat
These apps and websites find bus, train, and ferry tickets when you want more options than flying to your destination.
Sony and Honda ain’t feelin’ the Afeela anymore
Sony and Honda seem to have lost that loving Afeela. The joint venture announced today that it would be discontinuing …
Donut Lab’s solid-state battery could barely hold a charge after getting damaged
Donut Lab is on a mission to prove to the world its solid-state battery is real, one independent test at …
Republicans in Congress add $250 annual federal EV tax to transport bill
Five principles should determine how you fund transport, says Consumer Reports.
Air Canada jet hits vehicle, forcing New York's LaGuardia airport to close
An Air Canada Express regional jet crashed into a vehicle on the ground after landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport, …
Dead passenger allegedly stored in heated galley for 13 hours on British Airways flight, 'foul smell' reported
A passenger reportedly died on British Airways Flight BA32, with her body stored in a heated galley for 13 hours …
Making trucks drive themselves is only half the battle
This year is shaping up to be a big one for self-driving trucks. In addition to Aurora's plan to deploy …
The request goes beyond a one-time move to transporting all types of
The request goes beyond a one-time move to transporting all types of vehicles.
Cyberattack on vehicle breathalyzer company leaves drivers stranded across the US
A cyberattack on a U.S. car breathalyzer company has left drivers across the United States reportedly stranded and unable to …
Amazon acquires Rivr, maker of a stair
Amazon and Jeff Bezos had previously invested in the startup. The deal signals the e-commerce giant's interest in doorstep delivery.
Duffy mocks Newsom’s ‘bridges to nowhere’ as California wildlife crossing overruns by $21M
Animal crossing bridge in California faces delays and cost overruns as Newsom blames Trump tariffs for $114 million project originally …
All the wrong EVs are getting canceled
These past few weeks have been particularly brutal for the EV industry - and anyone who believes that electric vehicles …
Rivian sacrifices 2027 profit goal to push deeper into autonomy
Rivian admitted in a regulatory filing that it is delaying its goal of reaching "positive EBITDA" next year because of …