The world's biggest airlines are canceling flights as they face jet fuel shortages and rising prices

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United and other airlines are cutting flights over high jet fuel costs and shortages.

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Trump says 'maybe' the federal government should help Spirit Airlines

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"I'd love somebody to buy Spirit," Trump said. "Maybe the federal government should help that one out."

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Jury orders Uber to pay $5,000 to woman who says she was attacked by a driver

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Uber has lost back-to-back lawsuits after bellwether trials.

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Spirit Airlines Wants a Trump Bailout as Jet Fuel Prices Skyrocket

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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is reportedly meeting with the airline this week.

Rivian’s R2 Plant Was Struck by a Tornado Weeks Before Crucial Launch

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The building where the company is producing its new R2 mid-size SUV sustained some damage this weekend.

2 startling ways designers are trying to create premium perks in economy class

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Two people in the Chaise Lounge double-decker lounger.
Chaise Lounge (layout pictured) and Collins Aerospace have designed new economy cabins that bring in more business-class-like perks.

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United Airlines pilots called in a bomb threat when they heard a mysterious beeping on the plane

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A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 departs Los Angeles International Airport en route to Orlando on January 27, 2026
A United Airlines Boeing 737 Max.

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Volvo’s Plan to Make Software, Not Bigger Batteries, the Secret to Longer EV Range

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Amid the charging and range challenges brought on by cold weather, a bigger battery might not be your best bet.

Passenger says Tesla robotaxi missed a turn and tried to pull over on highway

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Tesla robotaxis are now serving the Dallas area.

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Ford's CEO said he chose to test-drive a Xiaomi and not a Tesla because the latter doesn't have an 'updated vehicle'

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Ford CEO Jim Farley speaks at the launch of the all-new electric Ford F-150 Lightning pickup truck at the Ford Rouge Electric Vehicle Center on April 26, 2022 in Dearborn, Michigan.
Jim Farley said there's a reason he chose to test-drive a Xiaomi rather than a Tesla.

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