By Editor , 31 October 2026
Foxconn Adds Three Reference EVs, Targets Japan's Kei Truck Class

TAIPEI – October 30, 2026 -- Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) (TWSE: 2317) unveiled three new reference electric vehicles, lifting its EV range to 12 models and extending its contract design and manufacturing service (CDMS) offer into Japan's kei-class trucks.

The MODEL A+ SUV, MODEL K+ SUV and MODEL K compact truck target under-penetrated markets. Foxconn is pitching them as cost-competitive options built on flexible design platforms for automotive clients.

By Editor , 31 October 2026

HOUSTON – October 30, 2026 -- Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share of common stock, payable on November 27, 2026.

Shareholders of record on November 13 qualify for the payout

Holders of record at the close of business on November 13, 2026 will receive the payment. The Houston-based aviation services provider set a two-week gap between the record date and the payment date.

By Editor , 31 October 2026
LA Auto Show Adds Dealmaker Forum and 10 Days of Entertainment

Los Angeles – October 30, 2026 -- The Los Angeles Auto Show will open an invitation-only executive forum, The Business of Modern Mobility, on Nov. 19 at AutoMobility LA. A 10-day public run follows from Nov. 20 to 29 with entertainment programming alongside 20+ automaker exhibits. Entertainment is one of three themes for AutoMobility LA 2026, together with Energy and Autonomy.

By Editor , 30 October 2026
Hesai Takes 62% of Robotaxi Lidar Market, Yole Group Reports

Palo Alto – October 29, 2026 -- Hesai Group held a 62% share of the global robotaxi lidar market in 2025, more than all other suppliers combined, according to Yole Group's Robotaxi 2026 report. The figure is up from the 61% Yole attributed to the Nasdaq- and HKEX-listed company in its previous report.

By Editor , 30 October 2026
Element Pay Cuts Fleet Fuel Costs 15% at Crown Capital

Toronto – October 29, 2026 -- Crown Capital, a management company for roofing-related businesses, reports 15% overall savings and $150,000 in potential fraudulent fuel spending identified over 90 days after adopting Element Pay, a cardless fuel payment solution launched by Element Fleet Management Corp. (TSX: EFN).

Crown Capital also cut the time spent helping crews resolve fuel-payment issues by 25%. Element Pay is run by the company's Element Mobility unit and is designed to replace physical fuel cards.

By Editor , 30 October 2026
AerCap Leases Two Converted 777-300ERSF Freighters to Turkish Airlines

DUBLIN – October 29, 2026 -- AerCap Holdings N.V. (NYSE: AER) has signed lease agreements with Turkish Airlines for two Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighters, with deliveries scheduled between March and September 2027.

Etihad Engineering in Abu Dhabi will convert both aircraft before delivery

The conversions will take place at the Etihad Engineering MRO hub in Abu Dhabi. AerCap says the facility lets it serve customers efficiently across the wider EMEA region.

By Editor , 30 October 2026
NTRO Buys 15-Seater Autonomous Bus From TIER IV for Australian Trials

TOKYO – October 29, 2026 -- Australia's National Transport Research Organisation (NTRO) has bought a 15-seater electric autonomous bus from Japan's TIER IV, opening demonstrations and in-service trials to transport agencies and operators across Australia and New Zealand.

By Editor , 30 October 2026
Stoneridge MirrorEye Enters Kodiak's Autonomous Trucks

Novi – October 29, 2026 -- Stoneridge (NYSE: SRI) has placed its MirrorEye Camera Monitor System in newly deployed trucks running the Kodiak Driver, the autonomous driving system from Kodiak AI (Nasdaq: KDK). The two companies also plan to explore integrating additional Stoneridge technology into Kodiak's platform.

By Editor , 30 October 2026
American Airlines Rolls Out Redesigned Safety Cards Fleetwide

SEATTLE – October 29, 2026 -- American Airlines is introducing redesigned passenger safety briefing cards across its fleet, developed with safety-card specialist The Interaction Group.

Redesign targets comprehension for all passengers

The new cards combine modern visual design with aircraft-specific accuracy. They were built to help travelers find and understand critical safety information quickly, regardless of age, language or travel experience.

By Editor , 29 October 2026
Subaru Wins Chamber Foundation Health Award for Cancer Care Program

CAMDEN, N.J. – October 29, 2026 -- Subaru of America, Inc. has won the Best Health and Wellness Program award in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Corporate Citizens Awards. The award recognizes its Subaru Loves to Care initiative, which has provided comfort and support to more than 550,000 cancer patients and their families nationwide.