Spirit Airlines, once the fastest-growing airline in America, has ceased operations after a series of events triggered by both the Biden and Trump administrations. In 2014, Spirit was adding planes to its fleet, new routes to its itineraries, and committing…
The U.S. trucking market has flipped to a carrier-led recovery after nearly four years of depressed freight rates, with spot and contract rates climbing sharply. The rebound is driven by shrinking capacity—not rising freight demand—due to stricter federal enforcement on…
BMW M CEO Frank van Meel has openly admitted his fondness for the original M1 and expressed a desire to see a modern successor. The last M1 rolled off the production line nearly 50 years ago, in 1978, and despite…
The anti-EV crowd often points to cobalt mining in the Congo as a reason to reject electric cars, but the uncomfortable truth is that gasoline and diesel engines rely on cobalt too. Modern lithium-ion batteries use cobalt for their cathodes,…
When shopping for a new EV, warranty coverage can be a dealmaker—or a dealbreaker. Tesla and Rivian, two of the most prominent U.S. electric-vehicle brands, both offer robust warranty packages, but the fine print matters just as much as the…
The majority of school buses in the US still run on diesel fuel, which can expose children to toxic fumes and increase their risk of cancer, asthma, and other health issues. Despite the potential dangers, over 85% of national school…
North America’s largest for-hire trucking companies are finally emerging from a nearly four-year freight market slump, according to Transport Topics’ 2026 Top 100 For-Hire Carriers list. The rankings, based on 2025 revenue, still reflect last year’s challenging conditions, but industry…
North American trucking’s 2025 performance delivered a stark contrast across sectors, with less-than-truckload (LTL) and refrigerated fleets bearing the brunt of weak demand and excess capacity while package delivery, flatbed, and some tank carriers posted gains. The mixed results reflect…
Large for-hire trucking carriers report a gradual but uneven recovery in the freight market during 2026, with rising volumes and rates signaling an end to a prolonged downturn. The rebound remains largely supply-driven, driven by tightening capacity, higher costs, and…
North America’s largest carriers are prioritizing AI, safety technologies, and connected systems to improve efficiency and decision-making, according to Transport Topics’ Top 100 For-Hire Carriers survey. Carriers are emphasizing AI-driven automation, predictive analytics, and in-cab safety systems to deliver measurable…