Smart travel: Four major U.S. airlines surveyed
Listen to Audio Welcome to Travel Smart, our weekly column where we'll share the latest tips and tricks to keep you up to date on the can't-miss news in travel. Today, we’re diving into the U.S. Department of Transportation’s new survey of the country’s top airlines, an exciting partnership between Marriott and Sotheby’s, the rise of multigenerational family travel, and more. U.S. Department of Transportation investigates award practices of four major U.S. airlines, seeks to protect consumer airline awards Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Transportation launched an investigation into the incentive programs of the four largest U.S. airlines - American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg sent letters to the four airlines, asking them to provide detailed records and reports on their incentive programs, practices and policies. The investigation will focus on the impact of reward devaluation, hidden or dynamic pricing, additional fees, and reduced competition and choice on consumers. "Many Americans view…
“Tariffs are on the table regardless of U.S. importers
In an era of rapidly changing global trade conditions and increasing geopolitical uncertainty, U.S. importers and businesses face complex decisions about their manufacturing strategies. Ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China, coupled with the likelihood of tariffs regardless of the election outcome, have prompted many companies to reevaluate their reliance on Chinese manufacturing. However, the decision to onshore, nearshore, or reshore operations is not an easy one, as evidenced by Foxconn’s decision to invest $137.5 million in China by July 2024. Foxconn will establish a new headquarters in Zhengzhou, China. Also read: Top 25 container ports in the United States To navigate this challenging environment, companies must conduct a comprehensive analysis that spans multiple functions. The first step in this analysis is a thorough cost assessment. Labor costs, In the past, this has often been the main driver for offshoring, but it must be examined carefully. Companies need to compare not only current wage rates, but also long-term…
AutoHunter Spotlight: 1963 Chrysler 300-J
Featured Car Hunter Networkan online auction platform operated by ClassicCars.com, is this 1963 Chrysler 300-J. The Chrysler 300 series sedans in many ways created the muscle car market, although the 300 series was very different from them. Unlike mid-range spec models, they were top-of-the-line models with many standard features that weren't even optional on later muscle cars. Of all the 300 "letter" cars, the 300-J is extremely rare, with only 400 built during the 1963 production run. The J cars also stood out because they featured Chrysler's top-spec twin-quad 413ci Firepower V8 engines that produced 390 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 485 lb-ft of torque at 3,600 rpm. This gave the car incredible performance for the time, with a tested top speed of 142 mph, a 0-60 mph time of 8.0 seconds, and the ability to run the quarter mile in 15.8 seconds. This 1963 300-J is described as being powered by the original "FirePower 390" 413ci V8 engine, mated…
2025 Ford Bronco Sport gets new tech and Sasquatch package
When the Mustangs finally returned It didn't come alone in the 2020 Ford lineup. It brought along its little brother, the Bronco Sport. Like many of its siblings, the Bronco Sport resembles its big brother in some ways. That resemblance is even more evident in the upgraded 2025 Bronco Sport, which comes with a variety of features, technology, and off-road upgrades, including the Sasquatch package. All 2025 Bronco Sports get new bumpers with accessory attachment points for mounting accessories like netting, auxiliary lighting or dune flag mounts. Outer Banks Sasquatch, Badlands and Badlands Sasquatch models feature integrated tie-down points rated for up to 150 pounds that flip out of the front fenders to help secure cargo to the roof. Inside, the Bronco Sport lineup comes standard with a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, a SYNC 4 infotainment system with a 13.2-inch touchscreen, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The same is true for the Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ suite of safety…
New committee works to strengthen U.S. supply chains
As if 2024 didn’t bring enough surprises to global shipping, the CrowdStrike software vulnerability that caused Microsoft’s operating system to crash has once again sent shockwaves through the system. The air cargo system has borne the brunt of the worst IT outage in history, while ports around the world have also been affected. The silver lining is that unrest often leads to action, and unions, ocean carriers and ancillary supply chain businesses are banding together to form a new trade group that will push for investment in domestic infrastructure to protect the supply chain. Also read: Top 25 container ports in the United States The Supply Chain Council is led by real estate development and public affairs executive Josh Wood, and its goal is to “develop and advance best practices and public policy at the federal, state and local levels.” Its board is chaired by a representative of logistics real estate company Prologis and includes the Laborers’ International Union of…
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