ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia: Ethiopia's bold move to ban gas-powered vehicle imports in favor of electric cars has encountered significant hurdles as the country grapples with limited infrastructure to support the shift.Despite government efforts to promote EV adoption, early adopters are facing practical challenges, from a lack of charging stations and skilled mech

Ethiopia bans imports of gas-powered private vehicles, favors EVs

Ethiopia turns to EVs, bans gas-powered private vehicle imports

EVs favored as gas-powered private vehicle imports banned in Ethiopia

DUBLIN, Ireland: Cutting Ireland's motorway speed limit to 110 km/h could significantly reduce carbon emissions, according to Green Party MEP Ciaran Cuffe. Cuffe suggests that reducing car and truck speeds by 10 km/h would lower emissions from Ireland's largest carbon-emitting sector: transport. Transport accounted for 40 percent of the country's energy-related emissions in 2018 and continues to rise.The 

Speed limit reduction could lead to drop in emission in Ireland: MEP

Drop in emissions possible in Ireland if speed limit is reduced: MEP

MEP says reducing speed limit could help reduce emissions in Ireland

DUBLIN, Ireland: Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng will enter the Irish market next year with its G6 SUV, a Tesla Model Y-sized electric vehicle, marking its first step into Ireland.  Motor Distributors Limited (MDL), known for importing Mercedes-Benz, Smart, and BYD cars to Ireland, announced it would introduce the Xpeng lineup to Irish buyers, starting with the G6. The G6 offers battery option

Chinese car brand Xpeng to enter Ireland market next year

Chinese EV manufacturer Xpeng to enter Ireland's market in 2025

Chinese EV Xpeng will be seen on Ireland's roads from next year

BERLIN, Germany: Volkswagen plans to close at least three manufacturing plants in Germany, according to the head of the company's employee council, Daniela Cavallo, who announced the news to workers at Volkswagen's Wolfsburg headquarters.  She said that management is considering further cuts at other locations, warning that "all German VW plants are affected by these plans. None is safe," as reported by German n

Volkswagen's employee council says automaker to close 3 German plants

At least three manufacturing plants of Volkswagen to close in Germany

Volkswagen to close at least three manufacturing plants in Germany

DETROIT, Michigan: Tesla posted a surprising US$2.17 billion profit for the third quarter, up 17.3 percent from the same period last year, thanks to stronger electric vehicle sales.  This marks Tesla's first year-over-year profit increase in 2024, a year that had previously seen falling sales and prices. The automaker's revenue for the quarter rose 7.8 percent to $25.18 billion, although it fell short of Wall St

Tesla posts $2.17 billion third-quarter profit, up 17.3% from 2023

$2.17 billion Q3 profit for Tesla, thanks to robust EV sales

Tesla registers surprising third-quarter profit of $2.17 billion

HANOI, Vietnam: Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast said this week it delivered 21,912 electric vehicles in the third quarter, up 66 percent from the previous quarter. The company delivered more than 9,300 EVs in Vietnam during September, marking the highest monthly deliveries in the country. Last month, VinFast reported a larger second-quarter loss, driven by rising costs associated with its overse

Vietnam's VinFast EV reports deliveries jump on robust demand

Robust domestic demand pushes VinFast's EV numbers in Q3

VinFast delivers 21,912 EVs in this year's third quarter, up 66%

DETROIT, Michigan: Michelle Chumley could have splurged on a high-end SUV when it was time to replace her Chevrolet Blazer, which she had purchased for around US$40,000. Instead, in June, the 56-year-old nurse from Oxford, Ohio, opted for the more affordable Chevrolet Trax, a smaller compact SUV.  Like Chumley, a growing number of car buyers are turning to vehicles priced between $20,000 and $30,000, making this

Lower-priced new cars are gaining popularity in US

Americans turn to cheaper cars to battle prices, loan rates

Cheaper cars are becoming more popular in US

TORRANCE, California: Honda is recalling over 700,000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the high-pressure fuel pump, which could crack and leak fuel, posing a fire risk.  This marks the automaker's second large-scale recall in October, following an earlier recall of 1.7 million vehicles over potential steering issues. The recall affects several models, including the 2023-2024 Accord and Accord Hybrid,

Second major recall for Honda in October, this time for fuel pumps

Faulty fuel pump forces Honda to recall cars second time this month

Honda recalls cars for the second time this month for defect

ROME, Italy: Italian autoworkers staged a national strike on October 18, their first in 20 years, with tens of thousands marching through Rome to demand better working conditions and job security in the country's struggling automotive sector.  The strike, organized by Italy's three main unions, focuses on defending employment and revitalizing the auto industry, particularly with global automaker Stellantis under

Italian autoworkers on strike, Stellantis faces production pressure

Strike by Italian autoworkers pegs back Stellantis production

Production problems hit Stellantis as Italian autoworkers strike work

DETROIT, Michigan: After reports of a self-driven Tesla killing a pedestrian and crashes in low-visibility conditions, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into the company's "Full Self-Driving" system.  The agency said it opened the probe this week after the company reported four crashes involving Teslas that encountered sun glare, fog, and airborne dust. In addi

US to probe Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system after pedestrian dies

NHTSA opens probe into Tesla's 'FSD' system after death of pedestrian

Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system under probe after pedestrian dies

BRATISLAVA, Slovakia: The Slovak government and South Korea's Hyundai Mobis have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a plant in Slovakia that will produce engines and parts for electric cars.  Prime Minister Robert Fico announced that Hyundai Mobis will invest over 170 million euros (US$185 million) in the new facility, which will be located in Novaky, a town in western Slovakia. This projec

Slovak government, Hyundai Mobis to build electric car parts plant

Hyundai Mobis to launch plant to produce EV engines, parts in Slovakia

Hyundai Mobis, Slovak government to start plant to produce EV parts

MEXICO CITY, Mexico: Mexico's government has announced plans to develop an affordable, homegrown electric car after Tesla paused its plans to build a plant in the country.  President Claudia Sheinbaum pledged to spearhead an effort to create a small, low-cost electric vehicle made entirely in Mexico, aiming to compete with imported models from China. Sheinbaum emphasized that Tesla's cars, particularly th

Snubbed by Tesla, Mexican government pledges own small electric car

Mexico to make its own small electric car after being snubbed by Tesla

Mexican government promises own small electric car after Tesla snub

TORRANCE, California: Honda is recalling nearly 1.7 million vehicles due to a potential steering issue that could increase the risk of crashes.  The recall was prompted by a manufacturing defect in the steering gearbox assembly, which may cause excessive internal friction, making it difficult to steer the vehicle. The recall affects certain model years from 2022 to 2025, including Acura Integras, Honda Ci

Honda recalls nearly 1.7 million vehicles in US due to steering problems

Nearly 1.7 million Honda vehicles recalled in US for steering issues

Steering issues force Honda to recall nearly 1.7 million US vehicles

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The New Jersey Devils have responded favorably following a four-game winless skid.

Winners of three of their last four games, the host Devils will look to add to the Montreal Canadiens' misery on Thursday when the teams meet in Newark, N.J.

Montreal has lost four in a row and eight of its last10 games (2-6-2) following a 3-2 overtime setback to the Calgary Flames on Tuesday.

Former

Devils look to tag Canadiens with fifth straight loss

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If you want to eliminate a problem in any facet of life, starting at the source is the correct course of action.

If you're trying to put out a fire, aiming for the base of the fire rather than the flames is usually a good idea.

So it was confusing when NASCAR handed down penalties for the racemanipulation incident that occurred in the Xfinity 500 at Martinsvill

Stubbs: NASCAR fails to address root problem of race manipulation

New Delhi [India], November 6 (ANI): Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 will be the world's number one mobility exhibition, said Piyush Goyal, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal while addressing the curtain raiser event for the Bharat Mobility Expo today in New Delhi.
He said the event reflects the India vision story and unifies the entire mobility value chain under a single umbrella.
He also unveiled the event fil

Bharat Mobility Global Expo will be world's No 1. mobility exhibition: Piyush Goyal

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(CIIE)Cutting-edge technology and high-end equipment showcased at 7th CIIE

(241106) -- SHANGHAI, Nov. 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Visitors look at a music frame at the booth of Samsung at the exhibition area of Intelligent Industry and Information Technology during the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China's Shanghai, Nov. 6, 2024. The ongoing CIIE showcases cutting-edge technology and high-end equipment, 

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 6 (ANI): Skoda on Wednesday launched its sub-4 metre SUV, the Kylaq, in a global premiere held in Mumbai.
The SUV will compete with models like the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet.
The sub-4 metre entry-level SUV starting price will be Rs 7.89 lakh. Bookings for the car will begin in December and delivery will commence from January 2025.
The compact SUV is powe

Skoda launches Kylaq, to compete with Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue and Kia's Sonet

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 6 (ANI): Skoda Auto India on Wednesday officially unveiled its much-awaited SUV, the Kylaq, in a global premiere held in Mumbai.
With Kylaq, Skoda Auto will significantly increase its addressable market share in India, with a target of 100,000 sales annually by 2026, as per the company. The Kylaq is manufactured at the Chakan plant in Maharashtra with 30 per cent (18.5 MW) of power g

Skoda Auto India launches Kylaq, booking to start in December

SACRAMENTO, California: State officials announced a new partnership to boost sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and cut air travel emissions.  The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has teamed up with Airlines for America - representing airlines such as Delta, JetBlue, and United - with a goal to increase SAF availability in the state to 200 million gallons by 2035, meeting about 40 percent of in-stat

California announces sustainable fuel deal to curb aircraft emissions

California to curb emissions with sustainable jet fuel production deal

California to boost sustainable jet fuel production, reduce emissions

SACRAMENTO, California: California is planning to overhaul its Low Carbon Fuel Standard, a key climate program that aims to reduce emissions from transportation fuels.  The proposal has sparked heated debate, primarily because it could raise gasoline prices in a state where residents already pay the most at the pump. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will vote on the proposed changes on November 8

California's plan to overhaul a key climate program ignites debate

California's fuel price could rise if state overhauls key climate program

Californian plan to revamp key climate program could raise fuel prices

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan - The government has recruited three law firms to fight Iran's case against Pakistan at the Court of Arbitration in Paris for not completing its section of the gas pipeline and failing to meet the 750mmcfd gas intake requirement under the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline.According to top officials in the Law Division and Attorney General's Office, Pakistan hired the services of well-known internat

High stakes arbitration: Iran sues Pakistan for million dollar-a-day penalty in France

Pipeline Stalemate: Pakistan gears up for legal showdown with Iran in Paris

Battle over gas pipeline: Pakistan taps global legal experts to counter Iran's claims

MOSCOW, Russia: Russia's central bank has raised its key interest rate to a record 21 percent to curb inflation, which is driven by heavy government spending, especially on military needs.  The increase, announced on October 25, reflects concerns that demand is outpacing Russia's capacity to produce goods and services, pushing up prices and wages.  According to the central bank's statement, inflation is r

Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21% to fight inflation

Military needs force Russian central bank to hike interest rate to 21%

To fight inflation, Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21%

DUBLIN, Ireland: International tourists in Ireland are now spending more money despite shorter visits, according to recent data from the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC).  From July to September, the duration of overnight stays dropped by seven percent compared to last year. However, spending climbed ten percent, with international visitors contributing 2.14 billion euros to the economy. The nu

International tourists spend less time in Ireland, but more money

International tourists on short holidays in Ireland spend more money

International tourists in Ireland spend more, even on shorter visits

DUBLIN, Ireland: Ryanair has announced plans to reduce flights to and from UK airports by 10 percent next year, following the UK government's decision to raise the Air Passenger Duty (APD) in the latest Budget. CEO Michael O'Leary criticized the move, calling it "idiotic" and claiming it will make air travel more expensive and harm the UK's tourism and economic growth. According to O'Leary, the planned reduction

Ryanair to cut UK flights by 10%, CEO criticizes budget air tax rise

Ryanair plans 10% cut in UK flights after budget raises air tax

AS UK raises air tax, Ryanair plans to cut UK flights by 10%

DUBAI, U.A.E.: Colm McLoughlin, the Irishman who transformed Dubai Duty Free into a global airport retail powerhouse, has died at 81. McLoughlin, who led Dubai Duty Free from its inception in 1983 until his retirement earlier this year, helped grow the operation into a $2 billion business with over 6,000 employees. According to a statement by Dubai Duty Free, he passed away on Wednesday following a brief illness

Colm McLoughlin, Irishman who transformed Dubai Duty Free, dies at 81

Irishman who transformed Dubai Duty Free into retail powerhouse dies

Irishman who made Dubai Duty Free a global powerhouse dies at 81

WASHINGTON, D.C.: According to the Labor Department, U.S. job openings dropped in September to 7.4 million, the lowest level since January 2021.  The decline from 7.9 million in August indicates some cooling in the labor market, with the largest reductions in vacancies among healthcare companies and government agencies. Layoffs also rose in September, while the number of Americans who quit their jobs fell

US job openings fell in September to 3 year-low

US jobs fell to 7.4 million in September, lowest since January 2021

Decline in US job market shows cooling in labor market

VADODARA, India: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez inaugurated India's first private military aircraft manufacturing plant on October 28 in Vadodara, Gujarat, advancing New Delhi's goal of bolstering domestic defense production.  The Tata Aircraft Complex, developed in partnership with Airbus Spain, will produce the C-295 military transport aircraft, which is intended t

India, Spain launch India's first private military aircraft plant

Tata, Airbus Spain launch military aircraft factory in Indian state

Tata sets up first Indian military aircraft factory with Airbus Spain

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico: Spirit Airlines has temporarily suspended flights to Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince after gunfire struck a U.N. helicopter near the country's main airport.  The airline, which operates a daily flight from Fort Lauderdale to Port-au-Prince, announced the suspension would last through October 27, citing safety concerns for passengers and staff. This decision follows an incident when 

US airline suspends flights to Haiti after gunfire hits UN helicopter

Spirit Airlines suspends flights to Haiti after gunfire hits helicopter

After gunfire hits UN helicopter, US airline suspends flights to Haiti

ATLANTA, Georgia: Delta Air Lines has filed a lawsuit against cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, blaming the company for a tech outage in July that canceled thousands of flights.The airline is seeking compensation and punitive damages, alleging the outage stemmed from a faulty update CrowdStrike sent to millions of Microsoft computers. This update disrupted Delta's operations and led to over $500 million in losses.

Delta sues CrowdStrike over tech outage that canceled flights

Delta sues CrowdStrike, blaming it for losses from canceled flights

CrowdStrike sued by Delta for tech outage that canceled flights

DALLAS, Texas: Southwest Airlines has settled a months-long proxy battle with hedge fund Elliott Investment Management by agreeing to overhaul its board of directors.The settlement, announced last week, will see Chairman Gary Kelly and six other current board members step down on November 1 to be replaced by five Elliott-backed candidates and a former Chevron executive.Elliott, led by billionaire financie

Southwest settles proxy fight with hedge fund as Q3 profit shrinks

Southwest board agrees to step down, hedge fund appointees to step in

Southwest settles proxy fight with hedge fund, board to step down

SEATTLE, Washington: Boeing workers continue to strike after rejecting the company's latest contract offer, six weeks into a labor dispute that has halted production of some of the aerospace giant's most profitable aircraft. Union members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) in Seattle voted 64 percent against the proposal, which included a 35 percent pay raise over four yea

No end to Boeing strike as workers reject latest contract proposal

Boeing workers reject latest contract proposal; strike continues

Boeing strike continues as workers reject latest contract proposal

DALLAS, Texas: The U.S. government has fined American Airlines $50 million for mishandling wheelchairs and failing to provide proper assistance to passengers with disabilities over a five-year period.  According to the Transportation Department, these incidents occurred between 2019 and 2023, and in some cases, wheelchair users were injured, although the department did not specify how many. American Airli

American Airlines fined $50 million for mishandling wheelchair users

Mishandling of wheelchair users: American Airlines fined $50 million

$50 million fine to American Airlines for mishandling wheelchair users

HOUSTON, Texas: A helicopter crashed into a radio tower in Houston and burst into flames, killing four of its passengers, officials said. Mayor John Whitmire said at a news conference that the helicopter took off from Ellington Field, about 15 miles away, and went down just before 8 p.m. on October 20 in a neighborhood east of downtown after. He did not know where the helicopter was headed.  No one on the

Helicopter crashes into radio tower in Houston, killing 4

4 aboard helicopter killed as it crashes into Houston radio tower

4 killed as helicopter crashes into Houston radio tower

CRYSTAL CITY, Virginia: Boeing has made a revised contract offer to the union representing striking machinists, aiming to end a walkout that has stalled airplane production for over a month.  The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) announced that it will hold a ratification vote on October 23 to decide on the new proposal. The updated offer includes a 35 percent pay increas

Boeing makes new offer to union in the hope of ending strike

Boeing makes revised offer, hopes union will accept and end strike

In hope of ending 2-month old strike, Boeing makes new offer to union

BLAGNAC, France: Airbus, the European aerospace giant, announced on October 16 that it plans to lay off 2,500 employees to turn around its struggling defense and space division.  The layoffs come amid ongoing challenges in the sector, including supply chain disruptions, rapidly evolving warfare technologies, and rising costs. The company also indicated that additional organizational changes would be imple

Airbus to lay off 2,500 to turn around space and defense division

Airbus to fire 2,500 workers to streamline space, defense division

To revamp space and defense division, Airbus to sack 2,500 workers

DUBLIN, Ireland: The Irish High Court has ruled that EasyGroup Ltd and EasyGroup IP Ireland Ltd, companies linked to the EasyJet brand, cannot sue Easy Forex Trading Limited and its parent company, Blue Capital Markets Ltd, in Ireland over the use of the word "Easy" in their business name. EasyGroup had claimed that Easy Forex's use of "Easy" in its name infringed on its intellectual property rights and sought a

EasyJet firms can't sue Cyprus firm in Ireland using 'easy' in title

EasyJet loses case against Cyprus firm in Ireland court on use of name

Ireland court throws out EasyJet suit against Cyprus firm on name use

CRYSTAL CITY, Virginia: Boeing is preparing to issue layoff notices to thousands of employees amid deepening turmoil.  According to union and industry sources, the first notices are expected in the coming weeks. This follows Boeing's recent announcement to cut 17,000 jobs and take US$5 billion in charges, marking another tumultuous chapter for the company in 2024. Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie 

Boeing is in turmoil as it prepares to fire thousands of workers

Boeing to fire thousands of workers as strike shows no signs of ending

Boeing prepares layoff notices for many workers as turmoil deepens

DUBLIN, Ireland: Ryanair has announced plans to shift more flights to Belfast International Airport if the current passenger cap at Dublin Airport remains in place.  The airline's Chief Marketing Officer, Dara Brady, described Belfast as the "closest viable alternative" if Dublin's 32 million annual passenger limit is not lifted. Brady indicated that Ryanair would also explore options at other Irish airpo

Ryanair to move more flights to Belfast if Dublin passenger cap stays

Ryanair to shift more flights to Belfast to beat Dublin passenger cap

To bypass Dublin passenger cap, Ryanair to shift flights to Belfast

DUBLIN, Ireland: Nearly 18 million passengers passed through Dublin and Cork Airports in the first half of 2024, reflecting strong growth in both airports.  Dublin Airport saw a five percent increase in passenger traffic from January to June, while Cork Airport experienced an 11 percent rise, making it the fastest-growing airport in the country. The DAA group, which operates both airports, reported revenu

Dublin, Cork airports saw 18 million passengers in first half of 2024

Two airports in Ireland had 18 million footfalls in first half of 2024

In first half of 2024, Dublin, Cork airports saw 18 million passengers

CANBERRA, Australia: A helicopter crash that claimed the life of a pilot on the roof of an Australian hotel in Cairns two months ago was caused by the pilot being under the influence of alcohol, as well as his lack of qualifications to fly at night, according to an official investigation. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) released its final report, concluding that Blake Wilson, a 23-year-old New Zeal

Helicopter pilot who crashed onto Australian hotel roof was drunk

Helicopter pilot was drunk when he crashed into Australian hotel

Pilot who crashed helicopter into Australian hotel was inebriated

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - Etihad Airways, the UAE's national airline, has announced strong traffic figures for September 2024, marking a successful end to the summer holiday season. The airline welcomed 1.6 million passengers during the month, achieving an impressive average passenger load factor of 88 percent. Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways, highlighted the company's upward trajectory. "Our pas

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