Don’t expect supersonic flight any time soon — our new private jet is close enough, says Bombardier CEO
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I toured Virgin Atlantic's invite-only 'Royal Box' in London. It felt closer to a private club than an airport lounge.
Virgin's "Royal Box" is partly designed for celebrities, but you don't have to be famous to get an invite. Here's what it was like and how to get in.
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I swore off large SUVs when my kids grew up. Now I'm a grandmother, and bought a three-row Honda Pilot.
Michelle Pippin moved on from big, family-oriented SUVs when her kids grew up. Here's why she changed her mind, and settled on the Honda Pilot.
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Airlines are still willing to bet on Boeing, and the biggest aviation show of the year proves it
Boeing narrowly beat its European rival for orders at the Farnborough Airshow, which was overall quieter than previous editions.
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I drove the $25,000 Slate truck. Its toy-like looks hide a surprisingly serious pickup.
Slate will start delivering its roughly $25,000 pickups later this year. After driving it around, I'm a bit more optimistic it'll stick.
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Another presidential plane just got Trump's signature makeover. Take a look inside the C-32 jet used as Air Force Two.
Vice President JD Vance flies in a C-32, a customized military version of a commercial jetliner featuring a communications center and stateroom.
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We went inside the secret crew rest area on a DHL Boeing 777 freighter, with bunk beds and reclining seats
Business Insider toured a DHL cargo plane at the Farnborough Airshow, checking out the crew's bunk beds and reclining seats.
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Airlines are offering 'basic premium' fares. Beware the potential catch.
JetBlue is the latest airline to jump on the low-cost first-class trend, but critics say that's not necessarily a good thing for flyers.
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JetBlue is introducing a 'basic first class' fare as airlines continue unbundling premium travel
JetBlue's new "Base" fare structure offers a first-class experience that strips some premium perks in exchange for a lower price.
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I paid $1,500 to upgrade my Delta flight from NYC to Paris. Here's what I got, and whether I'd do it again.
The author was offered a $1,500 upgrade to Delta One at check-in. She bought the premium ticket and details whether the experience was worth it.
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Automakers are entering their decluttering era
Legacy automakers are pruning vehicle lineups and building cars with fewer parts. They're facing rising costs and cheaper Chinese competition.
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I help billionaires buy private jets. Sometimes I tell them not to.
Mike Francis, the head of aviation finance at Citi, has a rule of thumb about when to buy a private jet.
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Say goodbye to neck pillows. We tried out Emirates' new headrest, and it's a game changer.
Emirates' A350 economy cabin already included a handful of premium features, but the new U-Dream headrest is the best yet.
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3 US airports plan to replace TSA agents with private contractors in a bid to reduce disruptions to passengers — see the list
The TSA Gold+ program aims to expand the use of private contractors while retaining federal oversight. Three airports are set to participate.
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Ford's next generation of EVs will have Apple built into their brains
Apple Maps will power navigation in Ford's coming lower-cost EVs and provide road data for its next hands-free driving system.
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Honda's message to current EV owners: 'Consider a hybrid'
In July monthly statements, Honda pitched hybrid models. The company tells BI they're a "great option for our returning Prologue customers."
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We have more numbers on Tesla's Robotaxi progress. Here are the 7 that matter most.
Tesla's latest figures on Robotaxi's expansion include seven operating US markets and 380,000 unsupervised miles driven.
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Your Virgin Atlantic flight could soon come with a flying-taxi ride for the price of an Uber Black
After a Virgin Atlantic flight, you could take a Joby air taxi from Heathrow Airport to central London in as little as 8 minutes.
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GM is quietly becoming a subscriptions company
General Motors' OnStar generated $800 million in the last quarter — and the automaker expects to make billions more this year.
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Phone calls on flights could soon be banned. Former flight attendants say it's about more than manners.
A new bill would ban phone calls on flights. Former flight attendants say it would be good for passengers and crew.
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GM swallowed a $10.9 billion pill to reset its EV strategy. It says the worst is nearly over.
General Motors has recorded billions in write-downs as it cuts battery capacity, leans on gas-powered vehicles, and resets its EV ambitions.
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Tesla investors want answers about a potential merger with SpaceX
Tesla investors are responding to rampant speculation about a mega-merger with SpaceX, which raised $86 billion in a blockbuster IPO last month.
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Map: See where gas prices are highest and lowest across the US right now
Business Insider made an interactive map that shows how gas prices compare across states as national averages jump above $4 again.
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Mapped: How FIFA's president criss-crossed North America on a private jet to watch over 40 World Cup games in 39 days
FIFA President Gianni Infantino traveled some 70,000 miles in 39 days on a Qatar Executive Gulfstream G650ER.
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I was a loyal Lyft rider until I noticed it charged me more than my partner for the same trips
Ride-hailing apps like Lyft show fare discrepancies, leading Cynthia Everett in New York to rely more on public transportation.
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America's EV graveyard grows: The electric cars axed by automakers this year
EV sales have been in a rut. Business Insider compiled a list of cars that have been discontinued or delayed this year.
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I saved hundreds flying budget airline Norse Atlantic. Here's what I paid extra for — and what I skipped.
Norse Atlantic's low fares come with plenty of optional extras. I skipped most to save hundreds of dollars but found a few perks worth paying for.
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United Airlines flights delayed nationwide after 'technology outage'
United Airlines said it's operations were returning to normal after a "technology outage" caused delays across the country on Saturday morning.
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The mayor of SF has a message for AV companies: 'Prove it before you deploy it'
The SF mayor sent a letter to state regulators asking that AV companies stop "relying on live events to test unproven operational capabilities."
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Tesla's newest set of wheels is a $225 bike for toddlers
Tesla's $225 Balance Bike is the latest gear aimed at young customers. It's priced like other high-end two-wheelers.
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Pilots and airlines are using AI tools to better time the seatbelt sign
As airlines look for better ways to forecast rough air, some are turning to AI and real-time data tools that can analyze more information, faster.
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Volkswagen enters the robotaxi race with its first passenger service launch in Germany
Volkswagen is another automaker taking a step into the robotaxi arena with the launch of its pilot service in Germany.
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Bugatti's Americas COO remembers clients' kids' birthdays — and makes his own PowerPoints
Bugatti is getting ready to build its high-powered Tourbillon hypercar for 250 people. It's American COO says AI barely touches the vehicle.
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Lucid denied bankruptcy rumors. Its make-or-break midsize EV is still a race against time.
Saudi-backed Lucid Motors' stock has been on a wild ride after bankruptcy rumors. The EV maker filed an SEC statement forcefully denying the reports.
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Robot dogs could soon leave packages at your doorstep — automating delivery's 'final frontier'
Boston Dynamics' Spot robot dog is being tested for package delivery, tackling the last 50 feet from truck to doorstep.
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Why 9 planes had to declare an emergency above one of Europe's busiest airports
14 flights scheduled to land at London Gatwick Airport were diverted after a British Airways plane was met by emergency vehicles on the runway.
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The FAA says passengers are making a dangerous mistake during aircraft evacuations
Aircraft are designed to be fully evacuated in 90 seconds or less, and passengers who try to grab their bags slow that down.
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See what United's new 'Eurobusiness' economy layout on its new Airbus A321XLRs will look like
The new economy seat mirrors "Eurobusiness" class and will come at an upcharge.
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Ford's $30,000 EV truck is coming in 2027. Here's what we know.
Ford's $30,000 electric truck is coming in 2027. Here's what we know about its Universal EV Platform, design, price, and production.
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California's new EV incentive gives a leg up to Lucid and Rivian
Companies like Rivian and Lucid could be exempt from a price-cap that bars some EVs from qualifying for the new California EV incentive program.
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I took my first long-distance Amtrak trip. Here are 10 things that surprised me.
During a train trip from Miami to Tampa, I learned that traveling by Amtrak isn't really cheaper or faster than driving or flying.
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I spent 10 hours in Japan Airlines' retro 'JAL Suite' first-class cabin. These 4 things surprised me the most.
I was surprising by how well Japan Airlines' famous 13-year-old cabin has held up, and the Japanese cuisine, which came with caviar, was delicious.
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The high-flying England vs. Norway World Cup bet that's got everyone talking
Norwegian Air Shuttle made a cheeky bet with British Airways on Instagram ahead of England and Norway's match on Saturday.
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These 13 airlines offer 'basic' business-class seats for less than the cost of classic fares
Unbundled fares retain the core on-board business-class experience while stripping away traditional amenities to lower the price.
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Ford's $30,000 EV truck is under wraps. Its camouflage is an ad.
Ford's coming $30k EV truck is a big bet on how to build a new age of cars. Turns out, the company's wrapping is hiding a teaser.
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Kids, rowdy riders, don't forget: Waymo could be watching
Waymo used in-cabin cameras to report two teens who were later detained by the San Mateo Police Department, authorities said.
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The US EV market comes back from the dead. Thank high gas prices.
US EV sales rebounded in Q2 as soaring gas prices made electric cars more attractive after federal incentives ended.
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'A different level of luxury': How Rolls-Royce makes custom, 6-figure cars for the ultra-wealthy
At Rolls-Royce's factory in Goodwood, England, customers have tens of thousands of customizations to choose from. For some, it's not enough.
A Ryanair passenger was injured when a cabin window 'dislodged' in midair
Local media outlets reported that one passenger was partially sucked out of the window during the incident.
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