Amazon to pay over $2.25M in FTC identity theft settlement
Amazon.com Inc. will pay $2.25 million to settle U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) allegations that it withheld identity-theft records from customers. The settlement, disclosed in a June 29 court filing, stems from an investigation into Amazon’s failure to provide legally…
Rush Truck Centers acquires five Peterbilt dealerships in South Louisiana
Rush Enterprises has finalized the acquisition of five Peterbilt dealerships in South Louisiana, expanding its footprint across Baton Rouge, Houma, Lafayette, Lake Charles and New Orleans. The deal, announced on June 30, 2026, adds five full-service Peterbilt locations, one collision…
Inside a $10.1M cargo theft ring: how a Lithuanian immigrant orchestrated a multiyear fraud scheme
A Lithuanian immigrant, Aivaras Zigmantas, was sentenced to five years in a U.S. federal prison for masterminding a three-year cargo theft operation that diverted 90 shipments worth over $10.1 million from 22 businesses. The scheme, which ran from March 2020…
Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team leads sustainability charge with record-breaking 2025 and first “Net Zero” roadmap
The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, showcasing a landmark year in its push to become one of the most sustainable professional sports teams globally. The team achieved a 54% reduction in "Race Team Control" emissions…
Mercedes-Benz Museum hosts free Family Day on July 5, 2026 with historic rides and EV tech
Mercedes-Benz Museum is throwing open its doors for a free Family Day on Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., packed with hands-on activities for kids and families. The event centers on the museum’s atrium and Level…
PLS Expands Freight Forwarding with AGL Acquisition
PLS Logistics Services has acquired The AGL Group, a Weymouth, Mass.-based international freight forwarder, in a deal that expands PLS' international forwarding capabilities alongside its domestic freight services. The AGL Group will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of PLS…
Austrian Grand Prix 2026 – Friday
The 2026 Austrian Grand Prix kicks off Friday with a packed schedule of practice sessions as teams gear up for a weekend of high-stakes Formula 1 action. The Red Bull Ring in Spielberg is renowned for its undulating layout and…
Florida adds over 900 truck parking spaces on I‑4 to cut safety risks
Florida is expanding truck parking along the Interstate 4 freight corridor with more than 900 new spaces, backed by a $180 million federal INFRA grant. The move targets severe capacity shortages that force drivers to park illegally on highway shoulders…
White House Memo Pushes for Easier DIY Car Repairs, But Right-to-Repair Advocates Say It’s Just the Start
The White House has issued a presidential memorandum directing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to simplify rules around do-it-yourself (DIY) vehicle repairs, particularly concerning emissions systems under the Clean Air Act. Signed by President Donald Trump, the memo aims to…
2027 BMW X5 Hybrid and iX5 EV: The Crossover That Redefined the Segment 27 Years Later
BMW has unveiled the fifth-generation X5, a model that has redefined the mid-size luxury crossover segment since its debut in 1999. Now in its 27th year, the X5 returns with a radical overhaul that introduces the brand’s first battery-electric powertrain…