[ad_1] Harbour Airlines, the largest seaplane airline in North America, will first convert its six-passenger DHC-2 de Havilland Beaver. It plans to test the aircraft later this year, and if all goes well, the company will convert its entire fleet. It will target flights under 1,000 miles, like it makes between its Seattle and Vancouver, […]
Category: Transportation
Avis makes it easier to find a parking spot for your car rental
[ad_1] Driving in an unfamiliar city can be stressful, and finding parking is even worse. Eventually, we’ll have autonomous vehicles to deal with that for us, but until then, companies are looking at ways to ease the strain. That’s why car rental brand Avis has partnered with mobility solutions company Arrive to add a space-finding […]
Disposable delivery drones pass test with US Marines
[ad_1] Using unmanned aircraft for delivery is an idea both the military and private sector have explored for years. Traditional aircraft guzzle fuel, cost money to purchase and maintain and require a human pilot. An unmanned aerial device doesn’t require any of these things. Companies like Amazon flirted with the idea of using drones to […]
Uber’s Ride Pass brings discounts to 20 more cities
[ad_1] Uber launched Ride Pass in a handful of cities last fall. The plan starts at $14.99, but in cities where Uber offers e-bikes and scooters, rates jump to $24.99. As we reported in October, drivers will still make the same amount of money, leaving Uber to cover the costs. But in the company’s eyes, […]
The Morning After: All of Apple's subscriptions (+)
[ad_1] Hey, good morning! You look fabulous. Apple's big event is over, and we have all the news to recap. If you need a shortcut just look right here. Beyond Apple and its new titanium credit card, rumors point to two new Nintendo Switch consoles on the w… [ad_2] Source link
Faraday Future gets another lifeline to build EVs in China
[ad_1] The news is pretty surprising, considering Faraday’s messy relationship with its last partner, Chinese real estate firm Evergrande. That company promised $2 billion, but withdrew the offer after Faraday blew through the initial $800 million payment more quickly than expected. A promise of further financing collapsed, in part, over the condition that Faraday founder […]
FAA ‘tentatively’ approves software fix for 737 Max jets
[ad_1] The new software will tone down the aggressiveness of the Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS), ensuring that it doesn’t overrule the pilots’ commands or activate based on bad readings from one sensor. It’d instead rely on at least two angle-of-attack sensors, and devices would warn crews if there’s a sensor problem. The training, meanwhile, […]
Uber is expected to buy its Middle Eastern rival Careem
[ad_1] We’ve asked Uber for comment. The move might be a shrewd one. Uber is believed to be publicly filing for its IPO in April, and snapping up Careem would give investors an extra reason to back the company. On top of that, one of the company’s largest backers is a Saudi Arabian wealth fund […]
Tesla’s Autopilot makes room for cars entering your lane
[ad_1] Tesla’s Autopilot system can ease some of the burden of driving, but it’s not always polite (just ask anyone who’s been cut off). Now, however, it appears to be learning some added manners. After a couple of weeks of off-hand reports, drivers have shown that Autopilot now cedes the right of way when it […]
Honda’s big EV push now includes dirt bikes and scooters
[ad_1] The Benly Electric, meanwhile, borrows the batteries from the bigger (and extremely limited) PCX Electric maxi scooter in an otherwise very similar version of the delivery vehicle. The power packs are easy to swap for couriers who can’t wait for a recharge. These are very early machines, and you’re not as likely to buy […]