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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Fuel Retailers: "Price that consumers pay at the pump should serve as regulatory North Star of Biofuel Policy"

Fuel Retailers: "Price that consumers pay at the pump should serve as regulatory North Star of Biofuel Policy"

ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 7, 2026 -- NATSO, representing truck stops and travel centers, SIGMA: America's Leading Fuel Marketers, and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), filed public comments with the Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service on the proposed rule for the "Section 45Z" Clea ... Continue reading

HD Hyundai Avikus Spearheads Global Standards of Autonomous Navigation Support

HD Hyundai Avikus Spearheads Global Standards of Autonomous Navigation Support

First universal autonomous navigation support system to receive TA, accelerating commercialization Validation from DNV over three years, expected to contribute to IMO autonomous navigation standards "HD Hyundai will advance the commercialization of autonomous navigation technology while leading the development of inter ... Continue reading

Pony.ai's Singapore AV Deployment Enters By-Invite Rides, Advancing Dual-Engine Strategy

Pony.ai's Singapore AV Deployment Enters By-Invite Rides, Advancing Dual-Engine Strategy

Received regulatory approval to enter by-invite rides in Singapore, the final phase before public-facing services Marks a key milestone in Pony.ai's collaboration with ComfortDelGro and its overseas commercialization roadmap SINGAPORE, April 7, 2026 -- Pony AI Inc. ("Pony.ai") , a global leader in the large-scale comme ... Continue reading

The No. 9 UniFirst Chevy and Chase Elliott Drive to Victory at Martinsville Speedway

The No. 9 UniFirst Chevy and Chase Elliott Drive to Victory at Martinsville Speedway

WILMINGTON, Mass., April 7, 2026 -- UniFirst Corporation , a North American leader in providing customized business uniform programs, facility service products and first aid and safety services, is celebrating a monumental win at Martinsville Speedway. On Sunday, March 29, Chase Elliott drove the No. ... Continue reading

General Cherry and Orqa Partner to Bring Ukraine's World-Leading Counter Drone Capability to NATO and Allied Nations for the First Time

General Cherry and Orqa Partner to Bring Ukraine's World-Leading Counter Drone Capability to NATO and Allied Nations for the First Time

OSIJEK, Croatia, April 7, 2026 -- Ukrainian defence-tech company General Cherry and Croatian drone manufacturer Orqa - Europe's leading UAV company - have signed a pioneering memorandum of cooperation. The deal will combine General Cherry's operational excellence with Orqa's technological expertise in a partnership tha ... Continue reading

KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID NAMED IN CARS.COM'S 2026 BEST VALUE NEW CARS

KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID NAMED IN CARS.COM'S 2026 BEST VALUE NEW CARS

The 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid has been recognized in Cars.com's 2026 Best Value New Cars awards, earning the top spot in the Compact SUV category. This latest recognition marks the third consecutive year the Sportage Hybrid has been named to Cars.com's list, underscoring its continued focus on value, efficiency, and eve ... Continue reading

Hankook Embarks on a Technical Asphalt Challenge at the WRC Croatia Rally 2026

Hankook Embarks on a Technical Asphalt Challenge at the WRC Croatia Rally 2026

Round 4 of the 2026 WRC takes place in Rijeka and its surrounding areas, the port city of Croatia, from April 9 to 12 Hankook's Ventus Z215 and Z210 tires deliver precision handling and optimal grip across unpredictable Mediterranean asphalt and mountain passes As the exclusive tire supplier, Hankook continues to lead ... Continue reading

2026 Mazda3 2.5 S Sedan Recognized AS Best Value New Car

2026 Mazda3 2.5 S Sedan Recognized AS Best Value New Car

IRVINE, Calif., April 7, 2026 -- The 2026 Mazda3 2.5 S Sedan has been named a top finisher in Cars.com's 2026 Best Value New Cars list in the compact car category, which highlights affordable vehicles that offer a strong mix of features and overall value. Continue Reading 2026 Mazda3. ... Continue reading

KIA K4 HATCHBACK NAMED "2026 PEOPLE'S VEHICLE OF TEXAS (BEST VALUE)" BY THE TEXAS AUTO WRITERS' ASSOCIATION

KIA K4 HATCHBACK NAMED "2026 PEOPLE'S VEHICLE OF TEXAS (BEST VALUE)" BY THE TEXAS AUTO WRITERS' ASSOCIATION

Kia's all-new 2026 K4 GT Line Turbo Hatchback showed that bigger is not always better in Texas when it took home the prestigious "People's Vehicle of Texas (Best Value)" award at the 2026 Texas Auto Writers' Association (TAWA) Auto Roundup. The annual competition brings together TAWA journalist members from across the ... Continue reading

Official Weekly NHTSA Recall Details - April 6, 2026

Official Weekly NHTSA Recall Details - April 6, 2026

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle recall alerts: NHTSA Recall ID Number : 26V171 Manufacturer : Braun Corporation Subject : Incorrect Glass in Emergency Exit Window/FMVSS 226 Make Model Model Years BRAUN RAM PROMASTER 2023-2024 NHTSA Recall IDall Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

Smart Starts: What Is a Good First Car for a New Driver?

Smart Starts: What Is a Good First Car for a New Driver?

Discover the best first cars for new drivers. Explore top choices that balance safety, affordability, and reliability. Read more to find your perfect match! ... Continue reading

4 Tips on Properly Understanding Warranty Types

4 Tips on Properly Understanding Warranty Types

An effective warranty can protect your investment from unforeseen repairs and expenses. ... Continue reading

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