The U.S. is actively supporting efforts to revive the Kirkuk-Baniyas oil pipeline, a 500-mile route from Iraq to Syria’s Mediterranean coast, as a strategic alternative to the Strait of Hormuz. The move comes amid recent wartime closures of the Strait…
The all-electric MINI Aceman E steps into the spotlight with a lineup of Genuine MINI Accessories, proving it’s as practical as it is stylish for outdoor escapades. This compact crossover delivers emission-free driving pleasure, a 300-litre boot (expandable to 1,005…
Mack Trucks is rolling out Lock & Leave, a new feature that lets drivers initiate over-the-air (OTA) software updates and then leave the truck unattended while the update completes. Scheduled for launch in fall 2026 pending final validation, Lock &…
BMW is recalling 29,919 plug-in hybrid models from the 3-, 5-, and 7-Series due to a fire risk linked to faulty starters. Owners have been instructed to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the issue is resolved.…
The Port of Corpus Christi expects U.S. crude oil exports to remain at least 1 million barrels per day above prewar levels, according to CEO Kent Britton. The surge follows disruptions to global oil supply caused by the Iran war,…
Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) CEO John O’Leary is confident that truck demand will accelerate in the second half of 2026, citing rising fleet replacement needs. The company has seen an 8% year-over-year sales gain in Q2 and a 41.6%…
Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team heads into the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit for the final Spanish Grand Prix before the calendar rotation begins. Toto Wolff, team principal, stressed the importance of Barcelona as a true test of car performance, highlighting its mix of…
Lucid Group Inc. shares crashed as much as 55% on July 14, 2026, after a report claimed the EV maker is exploring drastic measures including bankruptcy protection or going private. The intraday drop triggered multiple trading halts and rippled through…
Global fuel markets have tightened to record levels as renewed Middle East conflict and tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz raise supply concerns, threatening to push gasoline and diesel prices higher at the pump. The escalation follows the collapse…
U.S. President Donald Trump on July 14, 2026 abandoned plans to impose a 20% cargo fee on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, instead announcing that Gulf states would make “massive” trade and investment deals in the United States. The…