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The U.S. military’s Central Command published footage showing what it said was strikes targeting Iranian military aircraft, trucks and boats. The U.S. campaign of airstrikes in Iran is now in its 12th day.
The effort to eliminate the Iranian regime's mobile missile launch capabilities continues. We are finding and destroying these threats with lethal precision. pic.twitter.com/AkGRYOjnOz — U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) March 5, 2026
Why can’t you buy a new Truck for $10,000 in the USA but you can everywhere else? THE U.S. IS BLOCKING $10,000 TRUCKS AND $8,000 SELF-DRIVING CARS FROM AMERICANS – AND NOBODY WILL SAY WHY A guy just exposed something wild on camera: Toyota sells brand-new $10,000 trucks in countries all over the world… except …
Tesla is recalling more than 63,000 Cybertrucks in the U.S. because the front lights are too bright, which may cause a distraction to other drivers and increase the risk of a collision. https://t.co/jUQC9KJcXB — ABC News (@ABC) October 24, 2025 Tesla is recalling more than 63,000 Cybertrucks in the U.S. because the front lights are …
Over 89,000 electric trucks were sold in the first half of 2025, up 140% from the same period last year. China accounted for almost 80K of those, w/ sales in Europe making up most of the balance. h/t straightdge
President Trump just made an announcement that will shake up global manufacturing. Foreign companies, including Taiwan Semiconductor, are now under pressure. Build factories in the U.S. or face massive tariffs. October 1 is the deadline. For pharmaceuticals, this is huge. A 100 percent tariff on any branded or patented drug entering the U.S. unless the …
Sales of Heavy Trucks are collapsing, which has *usually* foreshadowed an upcoming recession 🚨🤯👀 pic.twitter.com/6Yhm79I8H4 — Barchart (@Barchart) September 18, 2025 30-10YR Yield Spread Rising. Look at the chart…. and tell me what you think! pic.twitter.com/NmoDGkE272 — Henrik Zeberg (@HenrikZeberg) September 19, 2025 US unemployment rate for ages 16-24 is 10.5%, per WaPo — unusual_whales …
NEW YORK — Ford is recalling more than 355,000 of its pickup trucks across the U.S. because of an instrument panel display failure that’s resulted in critical information, like warning lights and vehicle speed, not showing up on the dashboard. According to documents published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the recall covers certain …
Beneath the streets of Springfield, Missouri, lies a massive 5 million square foot underground warehouse system—and it’s buzzing with over 700 trucks a day. This is the Springfield Underground, a former limestone mine turned into one of the most unique and efficient distribution hubs in America.
View post on imgur.com UN confirms 2,309 out of 2,604 aid trucks entering Gaza between May 19 and August 5 were intercepted before arrival. “The United Nations published data on Tuesday showing that 88.7% of aid trucks collected by the international organisation in the Gaza Strip in recent months were intercepted before reaching their destination.” …
BREAKING: We are with hundreds of federal agents and military as a massive federal immigration enforcement operation is underway in the MacArthur Park area of the sanctuary city of Los Angeles, an area with heavy MS-13 influence. Mayor Bass has demanded raids stop, Feds respond… pic.twitter.com/g4osPOL6mr — Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) July 7, 2025 Karen Bass …
American started a small dump truck business in Connecticut He’s exposing what a scam commercial insurance is He only has 6 trucks, no umbrella insurance or workers comp. “$126,000 a year. That's almost $12,000 a month just in truck insurance” “This doesn't include workers… pic.twitter.com/XvPzO2mxYz — Wall Street Apes (@WallStreetApes) May 30, 2025
Truck driving was once a reliable path to middle-class stability, but that reality is changing fast. Autonomous trucks have officially hit the highways in Texas, and drivers are sounding the alarm. This shift is not just about efficiency. It is about livelihoods, and the consequences could ripple across the entire economy. Aurora Innovation has launched …
General Motors is recalling 721K full-size trucks and SUVs with the 6.2-liter V-8, as the engine might be defective; a stop-sale has also been ordered. The recall list includes popular models such as the Cadillac Escalade, Chevy Silverado 1500, and GMC Yukon—all of which are 2021–2024 models. The problem stems from internal manufacturing defects, and …
Thieves in NYC have reached a new low as they’re now targeting delivery trucks, stealing packages while they’re in transit. But as bad as this sounds, it’s part of a sophisticated crime trend as some of the thieves have teamed up with hackers to locate expensive products while they’re in the hands of companies like …
A mysterious “cooling EV sentiment” has affected nearly every automaker, and even Ford’s once white-hot electric pickup truck may be starting to feel the burn. As dealers struggle to sell remaining 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning models, Ford is inventing new ways to move metal. One way is by introducing Retail Replenishment Centers (RRCs), locations dedicated …
I don’t know who the hell has taken over control of Walmarts outreach department, but I’ll take it.. This is doing the right thing. DESPITE what side you are on because we all know typically Walmart isn’t the hero, but I’ll give my respect today. WOW!!! 60 Walmart trucks full of food, water, and supplies …
Former President Donald Trump promised Thursday that no state would be allowed to ban gas-powered cars if he is elected in November. He delivered the pledge during a rally in Saginaw, Michigan, an area that once produced components for Detroit’s auto industry but has fallen on hard times with the decline of American manufacturing. The …
Experts warn store prices will soar and shelves will be empty as greedy dockworkers strike over 80% pay raise. A lengthy shutdown of 36 ports – which handle half of America’s cargo from ships – could raise cause shortages and price increases at big and small retailers alike as the holiday shopping season approaches. Walmart, …
In July 2022, a Los Angeles cop ran a standard records check on an Amazon delivery van she’d spotted and found it had been reported stolen. When she pulled the van over, she discovered five people hiding in its rear cargo area; Investigators would later determine them to be unauthorized immigrants. The operation was run, …
🇺🇸 Meanwhile in New York, US “Please go inside immediately until the trucks have passed” The latest American Psyop involves tackling Mosquitoes in order to combat West Nile Virus pic.twitter.com/yl79ek0vMP — Concerned Citizen (@BGatesIsaPyscho) August 31, 2024
While the Biden administration’s electric vehicle mandates continue to run up against roadblocks — primarily, consumers are reluctant to buy the EVs at rates President Joe Biden wants — it’s also looking to force trucking companies to transition their trucks over to electric. The plan has been met with considerable opposition from the trucking industry. Just about …
Ford is recalling more than 550,000 pickup trucks in the U.S. because the transmissions can unexpectedly downshift to first gear no matter how fast the trucks are going. The recall covers certain F-150 pickups from the 2014 model year. Ford’s F-Series pickups are the top-selling vehicles in the U.S. Ford says in documents posted Tuesday by U.S. safety regulators …
NEW YORK (AP) — Stellantis-owned Chrysler is recalling more than 211,000 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S., due to a software malfunction that could disable the cars’ electronic stability control systems. The recall covers certain model year 2022 Dodge Durango, Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 vehicles. According to documents published by the National Highway …
Stalling EV sales pose a major problem to the carmakers that don’t have gasoline-powered or hybrid models in their portfolio. Rivian wants to avoid riding this wave by offering a discount of up to $5,000 to buyers who trade in select 2018-and-newer pickup trucks and SUVs. Only open to residents of the United States and Canada, …
by AC I drive deliveries on all the major highways in the NY Tristate Region at all hours of the day and night. I am seeing some very bad signs that we are in a Major League Economic slowdown by seeing what the trucks are doing. Over the past 6 months, things are radically changing. …
Dozens of vehicles donning Trump 2024 flags rolled from the USS Constitution in Charlestown to Castle Island in South Boston.
One of my favorite economic rules is simple. Whenever a progressive scold blames capitalism or private companies for a “market failure”—i.e., the inefficient or seemingly inexplicable distribution of goods or services in the economy—it’s best to dig a little deeper. Almost always, some government regulation, tax, or law is largely to blame. One recent example …
Dealerships Just Collapsed and Dealer Lots are PACKED With $100,000 TRUCKS they CAN’T SELL. Ford, Chevy, RAM and Toyota can’t sell overpriced pickup trucks. Ford truck sales have plummeted. RAM truck sales numbers are at their lowest for the quarter in over 6 years, and Chevy is so desperate to sell their trucks that one …
