Delta retained its crown as the most on-time US airline. Here's where all its competitors ranked.
Delta was the most on-time airline in the US in 2024, followed closely by United. Here are the full rankings for on-time airline performance globally.
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Las Vegas police thanked Elon Musk for investigating the Tesla Cybertruck blast outside Trump's hotel
Musk had given the police additional information on the explosion as well as footage of Tesla charging stations across the country.
British Airways' new loyalty program will make it harder for leisure travelers to earn status, and people aren't happy
Many customers said the new requirements make it more difficult to earn British Airways loyalty status, and they will spend their money elsewhere.
A plane carrying 181 people crashed in South Korea, killing almost everyone on board. Here's what we know.
A plane operated by Jeju Air crashed at Muan International Airport on Sunday. The aircraft's recovered black boxes will help investigators understand what happened.
China's BYD surged to a new sales record, challenging Tesla for EV dominance
The EV giant sold 1.76 million electric cars in 2024, per figures released on Wednesday, putting it within touching distance of beating Tesla.
Hybrids were the biggest trend in cars in 2024. Here are 5 key things that explain the takeover.
Demand for EVs cooled in 2024 — and hybrid vehicles took off. Here's how it played out, and the reasons behind the trend.
The economic projects that could reshape Biden's legacy
The ramifications of Biden-backed economic investments may not be felt for years, which could eventually reshape the overall story of his presidency.
A flight had to abort 2 landings and divert to another country after its navigation systems faced GPS jamming
The incident occurred on a flight operated by Lauda Air, a subsidiary of Ryanair, between the Latvian capital Riga and Vienna.
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Here's how Jeju Air's CEO says it will come back from the plane crash that killed 179 and scarred its reputation
Jeju Air CEO outlines recovery plans after Sunday's crash to regain passengers' confidence amid plummeting shares and mass cancellations.
The Boeing 747 is a rarer sight but still popular with heads of state. See which royals and presidents have a 'Queen of the Skies.'
The King of Saudi Arabia boards his Boeing 747 on a golden escalator, while Turkey's jet was gifted by Qatar following diplomatic support.
A flight attendant has died after the cabin of the plane he was working on filled with smoke
The Airbus A220, which was flying to Zurich, made an emergency diversion to Graz, southern Austria, after smoke started to fill the cabin and cockpit.
What it's like being a helicopter pilot in Antarctica, where tourists shell out $14K+ for the experience
Quark Expeditions pilot Jonathan Mutch is working his third season in Antarctica. He says it's not unusual to see guests well with emotion on a tour.
Dozens of United Airlines employees got sick after eating a Christmas meal provided by the airline
There were 492 meals served to flight attendants on Christmas Day in Denver International Airport. 24 people reported becoming sick afterward.
The Boeing 737 model in the South Korea crash has a stellar safety record — and is flown by nearly every airline in the world
A handful of the nearly 5,000 Boeing 737-800 aircraft produced have been involved in fatal crashes, but the jet is generally reliable and safe.
Photos show what first class looks like on trains around the world
From spacious cabins with heated floors to reclining seats and complimentary meals, here's what first-class travel looks like on trains worldwide.
Passengers are mass-canceling flights with South Korea's Jeju Air after its fatal crash
Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 crashed in South Korea on Sunday, killing 179 people on board.
Bird strike, a possible factor in the South Korea plane crash, has taken down relatively few planes
A bird strike is a possible cause of the fatal Jeju Air crash in South Korea, but many experts say they are skeptical it's the only factor.
The most popular cars of 2024: It was the year of the hybrid.
Hybrids had their best year ever in 2024, and they're all over the year's 10 best-selling models, which included the Ford F-150 and Tesla Model Y.
Before the Jeju Air crash, South Korea had gone from air safety 'pariah' to a global gold standard
The Jeju Air crash in South Korea is an outlier in a country considered to be a gold standard for airline safety.
What data show about surviving a plane crash
The survivability of a plane crash largely depends on the circumstances of the accident. However, statistics show that rear seats can be among the safest.
I drove an $84,000 Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet. Here are 14 features that show it's a world-class luxury convertible.
I drove a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE450 Cabriolet and was impressed by its turbocharged mild-hybrid engine, luxurious cabin, great tech, and quiet ride.
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US sees 'early indications' the downed Azerbaijan Airlines flight was hit by a Russian air defense system, White House official says
The Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed while trying to land after diverting to Kazakhstan, killing 38 people.
Jaguar bet big this year. Now, it has to prove all the rebranding controversy was worth it — with a new EV set for 2025.
Jaguar is set to debut its new EV in 2025 after it spent this year whipping up a storm of controversy over a rebrand. Will it all have been worth it?
The world's longest Boeing 747 passenger flight will end as airlines phase out the iconic jet. See where it still flies.
The Boeing 747 has become a rareity in the skies these days. Only four global airlines are expected to operate the iconic double-decker jet in 2025.
I drove more than 30 cars this year as BI's auto reporter. These were 8 of my favorites.
I had a the chance to drive more than 30 cars since returning to BI this summer. Here are eight of my favorites.
Why airline loyalty doesn't pay off like it used to
Even Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg is trying to puzzle out the points game.
Flights are avoiding Russian airspace after the Azerbaijan Airlines crash
The crash of the Azerbaijan Airlines flight prompted several airlines to suspend flights to Russia.
These were the 27 cleanest cruise ships this year, according to the CDC
The CDC randomly inspects cruise ships to prevent the spread of stomach viruses. Of the 128 it's reviewed this year, 27 have received a perfect score.
An oxygen tank on the Azerbaijan Airlines flight exploded before the crash, minister says
Kazakhstan's transport minister said Russian authorities told them that an oxygen cylinder had exploded in the passenger cabin of the aircraft.
Another Delta stowaway: passenger arrested after sneaking onto Christmas Eve flight without a ticket, officials say
The incident occurred on Christmas Eve at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
China is winning the race for 5-minute EV charging
Charging is often cited as a main reason drivers aren't embracing EVs. In the US, charging times range from 20 minutes to 50 hours.
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Russian air defenses likely caused passenger jet crash that killed dozens
Russian air defenses, rather than a bird strike, likely caused the downing of an Azerbaijan Airlines flight, killing 38 people.
Elon Musk says Boeing is on a 'much better track' with its new CEO because its previous leader 'had no idea how airplanes or rockets worked'
Dave Calhoun was Boeing's CEO from January 2020 to July 2024. Calhoun was trained as an accountant. His successor, Kelly Ortberg, is an engineer.
I rode a Waymo with my 6-year-old twins. The experience was fun but the use cases feel limited.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kim Ollerhead, 43, a Scottsdale mom who took her twin children on their first Waymo ride.
Airline praises pilots in crash-landing where both died but nearly half the passengers survived
An Azerbaijan Airlines flight crashed in Kazakhstan, killing 38. The airline's chief hailed the pilots' heroism after 29 passengers survived.
BYD makes much more than cars. These 5 side hustles also helped turn the Chinese EV giant into a challenger to Elon Musk's Tesla.
Like its rival Tesla, BYD makes and sells a range of products alongside its electric vehicles, from solar panels to buses.
A year of Elon Musk's private jet travels reveals his deepening political ties
The world's wealthiest man spent a lot of time in the air in 2024. Data reveals where his planes flew most frequently.
I drove a $95,000 BMW i5. Here are 14 features that show why it's a great high-performance luxury EV.
I drove a $95,000 BMW i5 high performance, luxury EV in top-spec M60 xDrive trim and was impressed by its strong performance and luxurious cabin
Lyft has sued San Francisco, accusing it of overcharging $100 million in taxes
Lyft considers drivers as customers and not employees, the company said in a state court complaint.
Why United Airlines has had such a stellar year despite being Boeing's biggest customer
United Airlines' share price more than doubled this year. A broad network, strong finances, and coming fleet refresh are among the reasons why.
The 'godfather of EVs' explains why China is winning the race to go electric — and why hybrids are a 'fool's errand'
Former Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer told BI that automakers ditching EVs for hybrids risked falling even further behind their Chinese rivals.
Uber offers a lot more than just car rides — here's some ways you can take an Uber around the world
Explore Uber's expanding global offerings, from Uber Shikara in India to Uber Shuttle in the US, with plans for air taxis and electric boats in 2025.
American Airlines flights back in the air after a technical issue grounded all its planes across the US
A nationwide ground stop was issued for all American Airlines flights for roughly an hour on Christmas Eve. Flights are back in the air.
TSA officer 'shocked' to find multiple prohibited items in a woman's bag at LAX, including fireworks, knives, and replica firearms
The bag contained 82 fireworks, three knives, two replica firearms, and one canister of pepper spray, the TSA said.
Cruise angel investor says Waymo's robotaxi has become his 'office on wheels'
Jared Friedman, Y Combinator group partner and early angel investor in Cruise, told BI he spent 4% of his waking hours this past year in a Waymo.
3 reasons cruise lines are in a race to open more private island resorts
Travelers love cruise-run private islands. Cruise lines love them too, as they reduce fuel costs, maximize profits, and accommodate large ships.
An off-duty pilot stepped in to help fly a Boeing 737 after the first officer fell ill mid-flight
The unwell first officer sat in the cabin for the rest of the flight while their off-duty colleague helped out in the cockpit.
Honda shares surged following the Nissan merger announcement
Honda's shares went up by as much 17% when local markets opened on Tuesday.
American is adding 3 new longer-range routes from New York LaGuardia. They'll fly only once a week because of this rule.
American Airlines is adding three new routes from New York LaGuardia, but only flying on Saturdays as a workaround to the airport's "perimeter rule."
Car dealers say a Nissan-Honda merger would help solve a big problem: Customers want hybrids
A tie-up with Honda could help Nissan solve a big problem, car dealers said: It doesn't have any hybrids. A merger could fix that.