Xpeng's new 'land aircraft carrier' is a $276,000 van with a 2-man quadcopter, and it thinks it can sell 10,000 of them a year
Xpeng said it received 2,000 orders of its "land aircraft carrier" after its public flight debut in Zhuhai on Tuesday.
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Why Musk supports Trump getting rid of EV tax credits
Elon Musk has said ending tax credits of up to $7,500 for electric vehicle purchases would "devastate" Tesla's competitors.
I've explored the world's most luxurious airport, complete with a butterfly garden and a pool. It's my favorite layover spot.
Changi Airport was built to match Singapore's luxury status, with a pool, free movie theater, sleep lounges, and even a butterfly garden.
A major Middle Eastern airline is planning a $1 billion plane revamp as the industry grapples with Boeing delays
Etihad's CEO told two outlets it plans to start by upgrading its Boeing jets. He previously said the 777X no longer features in its five-year plan.
At Tesla, some are celebrating stock gains — others worry Elon will lose focus
"We sell cars," one worker said. "Anywhere else you'd expect the CEO to be focused on that."
The founder of Xiaomi is taking a leaf out of Elon Musk's playbook, posting a picture of himself napping on the factory floor
Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun was celebrating a production milestone of 100,000 units of the SU7, his company's EV.
Why the US hasn't returned humans to the moon. The reasons are depressing.
The last time a human visited the moon was in December 1972 during NASA's Apollo 17 mission. Since then, there have been many foiled plans to go back.
I've been on Carnival's cheapest and most expensive cruise lines — see how the $430-per-day difference compares
Carnival's budget-friendly cruises are a stark contrast from its sister brand Seabourn's luxury voyages.
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CEO of failed supersonic plane startup on what went wrong — and how other companies might find success
Supersonic aviation startup Exosonic, which was working on commercial and military faster-than-sound jets, shutdown after five years of business.
I toured an Air Force One plane used by 4 US presidents. Take a look inside the 'flying Oval Office.'
Presidents Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon used an Air Force One plane known as SAM 970. The retired jet is now a museum exhibit.
Drivers are being 'ill-served by underwhelming EVs,' says boss of Tesla rival Lucid
Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson told the Cars and Culture podcast that the problem with EVs in the US was "not perception, but reality."
Boeing begins a new chapter, resuming 737 Max production and giving $350 million to a troubled supplier
CEO Kelly Ortberg has a four-point plan to improve Boeing. Ending the strike is a start, but analysts say it will take time to ramp up production.
Cybertruck owners face another recall — and this one's likely to be a hassle
Tesla is recalling the Cybertruck for the sixth time in 12 months over a problem with some trucks that could cause them to lose drive power.
US airlines stopped from flying to Haiti for a month after planes from 3 different carriers were hit by gunfire
A Spirit Airlines flight diverted after being shot on approach to Haiti. JetBlue and American flights were also found to have been struck by bullets.
My 3 years at Tesla were the best and worst of my life
Amanda Manley got a job at Tesla for $19 an hour and quickly became a die-hard employee, but she now says working there is not for the faint of heart.
China's renaming of its regional jet is another clear sign its homegrown planemaker is coming for Boeing and Airbus
The ARJ21 is now to be known as the C909. The renaming plays into COMAC's ambition to enter the global market.
Ford is cutting hours for some German factory employees amid lower EV demand
The carmaker has more than 4,000 employees at its Cologne plant. It also has another plant in Saarlouis, southwestern Germany.
Diddy's private jet is available for rent amid his sex trafficking case
Sean Combs is trying to sell the private jet, which prosecutors have said makes him a flight risk.
You can't buy a new Jaguar in the UK — its home country — for the first time since WWII
It's a British heritage brand driven by royals, including the late Queen Elizabeth. Now new Jaguars won't be on UK car lots until at least 2026.
Top Ducati executive explains how the Army helped him succeed and shares 2 traits that make veterans great hires
Ducati North America CEO Jason Chinnock enlisted in the US Army out of high school and served with the Third Armored Division in Desert Storm.
Trump's win is already scrambling supply chains
While many companies are taking a wait-and-see approach, others are publicly discussing production changes ahead of Trump's return to the White House.
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Dozens of passengers on 2 different flights to Japan fell ill with symptoms like vomiting and stomach pain
Dozens of passengers fell ill on Japan Airlines and United Airlines flights to Tokyo, reportedly carrying 27 passengers from the same high school.
Japanese carmakers are losing ground as China surges ahead in the EV race
Toyota, Honda, and Nissan recently reported underwhelming earnings, pressured by China's competitive EV market.
Apple is making it easier to find your lost luggage by letting you share AirTag tracking info with airlines
Apple partnered with over 15 airlines, including Delta and United, for an AirTag feature expected to launch next month.
Boeing secured its first order after a 7-week strike — 80 737 Max jets
Boeing received its first order after reaching a deal with striking machinists, but it still faces a difficult road ahead.
China's big air show opened with a glitzy aerial display of its fighters, but crowds couldn't see much in the smog
Murky, gray smog filled the skies over Zhuhai as China kicked off its much-hyped air show with aerobatics performances on Tuesday.
I sailed on Carnival's newest cruise ship and saw why young people love the brand so much
Millennials dominate Carnival Cruise Line's guest demographics. A look at its new Carnival Firenze could explain why.
Trump's tariffs will make it hard for automakers — including Tesla — to set up shop in Mexico
Donald Trump's idea of imposing 200%-plus tariffs on vehicles imported from Mexico could throw the US auto industry into crisis, analysts say.
Internal Tesla salary database shows Elon Musk's strategy: Lower salaries, bigger stock grants
BI obtained a pay database covering nearly 100,000 Tesla employees. Insiders say lower base pay but significant stock grants can help find diehards.
Why limos aren't cool anymore
Limos used to be the snazzy way of moving around town, but now luxury transportation is being redefined. Here's what happened to the limo.
I drove a $43,000 Toyota Camry and saw how the best-selling car in America is now even better
I drove a 2025 Toyota Camry and was impressed by its smooth efficient hybrid engine, comfortable ride, upgraded tech, and well designed cabin.
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Private jet usage is way up for 2 reasons
The pandemic and new options for flying private led non-commercial flights to soar since 2020.
Wayve's CEO talks teaching self-driving cars to handle US roads
London-based Wayve has ambitious plans for global expansion after receiving backing from the likes of Microsoft, Nvidia and SoftBank.
A residential cruise ship has a 4-year, round-the-world voyage to 'escape' politics
An all-inclusive single-occupancy suite aboard the Villa Vie Odyssey for four years costs $255,999 and guarantees a visit to over 140 countries.
Flight attendants on Home Depot cofounder's private jets say they were overworked and not paid overtime
The lawsuit against Arthur M. Blank's family office alleges the attendants worked up to 90 hours a week, and another was in a relationship with Blank.
I've flown on Singapore's world's longest flight in business class. It was nice, but the new seats will be a game changer.
Singapore Airlines is known for luxury. Its investment in a new business class has one game-changing feature that flyers love.
Profits jump at British Airways' owner as rivals struggle with Boeing delivery delays
IAG posted a 15% rise in third-quarter operating profit after increasing passenger revenues and avoiding Boeing delivery delays that hit some rivals.
Cargo plane operators are on high alert after a string of suspected Russian sabotages
Fires broke out at DHL warehouses in the UK and Germany over the summer. Officials say they were likely part of a Russian sabotage plot.
A Qantas flight made an emergency landing in Sydney due to a suspected engine failure on a Boeing 737
Qantas said in a statement on Friday that there had been a "contained engine failure" on the Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
Rivian is bracing for tariffs and making changes to its R2 sedan supply chain, CEO says
CEO of Rivian RJ Scaringe said the company is focused on sourcing suppliers not subject to Trump's potentially large tariffs.
International airlines are all-in on fancy first-class seats, even as US carriers focus only on business for long-haul flights
First class is largely filled with corporate customers, but many deep-pocket individuals are willing to pay up as they demand more luxury when flying.
Cybertruck reviewer says a sponsor didn't want to be featured in his video with the vehicle
YouTuber Zack Nelson, who owns other Teslas, said he's considering selling his Cybertruck due to its polarizing nature.
I've been on every Norwegian cruise line — here's how the 3 brands with very different prices compare
Norwegian offers cruises for everyone, whether it be families with young children or wealthy retirees. Here's a guide to its three brands.
Air France-KLM says people avoided Paris during the Olympic Games — and that was bad news for the airline group
Air France-KLM posted disappointing earnings and attributed the decline to reduced travel to and from Paris during the Olympic Games this summer.
Nissan is slashing 9,000 jobs after a dire financial performance
The company is also cutting production capacity by 20%.
Using tax credits and rebates to your advantage could save you thousands on a new electric vehicle
Federal and state tax credits can give you money back for buying an electric car.
Chinese vs. American EV: How Xioami's SU7 compares to the Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 and Xiaomi SU7 are both compact EV sedans producd and sold in China with starting a price in the low $30,000 range.
Japan's intense trucker shortage may inspire a drastic solution — a giant conveyer belt between cities
Test runs of the automated cargo transport corridor are expected to begin in 2027 or early 2028.
Toyota and BMW are the latest casualties in China's evolving EV market
Toyota and BMW reported sinking profits on Wednesday, with sales in China slumping as both face growing competition from local automakers like BYD.
I've been on 4 ultra-luxury cruises — here's how they compare and how to pick the best ship for you
Navigate the world of ultra-luxury cruises with a comparison of some of Silversea, Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys, and Seabourn's high-end ships.