Robotaxis putting passengers to sleep — literally — sparking 911 calls and emergency responses
Autonomous robotaxi services operated by Waymo, Zoox and Tesla are facing unexpected operational headaches as passengers increasingly fall asleep, spill drinks, vomit, drop food and even give birth inside the driverless vehicles. In Austin, Texas, emergency responders logged 99 "sleeper"…
Uber in advanced talks to acquire Delivery Hero in major food-delivery consolidation move
Ride-hailing giant Uber Technologies Inc. is in advanced negotiations to acquire German food-delivery platform Delivery Hero SE, according to people familiar with the matter. The deal could be finalized as early as this week, potentially valuing Delivery Hero above its…
BMW Motorrad unveils the GS Trophy Competition Bike — the BMW R 12 G/S
BMW Motorrad has officially revealed the GS Trophy Competition Bike, a bespoke off-road machine built for the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2026 in Romania. The competition will take place in late summer 2026, challenging teams to navigate Romania’s rugged…
Alfa Romeo Teases New Crossover, But It’s Not the Stelvio Replacement
Alfa Romeo has teased a new C-Segment crossover model, which will feature multiple powertrain options, including mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric. The new model will be based on the Stellantis STLA Medium Platform and will be produced in Italy…
Volkswagen’s Osnabrück plant rescue plan derailed as Qatar blocks Israel defense deal
Volkswagen’s attempt to repurpose its struggling Osnabrück factory in Germany by partnering with Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to build military trucks for the Iron Dome system has reportedly been vetoed by Qatar. The proposed joint venture, which would have…
LTL carriers set sights on expansion amid truckload capacity squeeze
Less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers are poised for further growth as truckload capacity tightens, driving up demand and shipment weights in the second quarter of 2026. Executives report sequential improvements in demand and rising revenue per shipment, with LTL pricing climbing near…
BMW M Motorsport News, 14th July 2026
BMW M Motorsport has announced its latest news, including a podium finish for De Phillippi and Verhagen in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The duo, driving for Paul Miller Racing, finished third in the GTD PRO class in the #1…
Why fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz is a massive challenge for the U.S.
The U.S. is struggling to force Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint through which roughly 20% of the world’s oil normally flows. Despite President Donald Trump’s aggressive tactics—including airstrikes, naval blockades, and threats—restoring prewar shipping…
Plunging gas prices cool US inflation in June, but Middle East tensions threaten rebound
US inflation cooled sharply in June as gasoline prices tumbled, pulling the annual rate down to 3.5% from 4.2% in May, the Labor Department reported on July 14, 2026. The monthly decline of 0.4% marked the largest drop in four…
Oil Prices Soar Over $85 as Fighting Flares in Middle East
Oil prices have surged over $85 as fighting intensifies in the Middle East, with Brent crude rising 4.1% to $86.73 a barrel and US benchmark crude up 3.1% at $80.55 a barrel. The uncertainty over the future stability of supplies…