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Today, we're bringing you a bonus episode from Crisis Group's global podcast, Hold Your Fire!In this episode of Hold Your Fire!, Richard Atwood speaks with Joshua Kucera, Crisis Group's senior South Caucasus analyst, about progress in Armenia-Azerbaijan peace talks, U.S. involvement and shifting regional politics. They discuss U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance's recent visit to Yerevan and Baku, why Washington got involved and U.S. efforts to broker agreement on the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) – a proposed transit corridor linking mainland Azerbaijan to its exclave of Nakhchivan through southern Armenia. They talk about whether the corridor could move forward even without a fully ratified peace deal and examine the remaining sticking points. They also assess Türkiye's expanding role in the region, Iran's concerns about the corridor, Russia's waning influence and European policy. They examine why the Trump administration's peacemaking appears to have been more successful in the South Caucasus than elsewhere. For more, check out Joshua's recent Analyst's Notebook, “Vance Visit Reaffirms U.S. Push to End Armenia-Azerbaijan Conflict” and our Armenian-Azerbaijani Conflict page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A pedestrian advocacy group is pushing back against the Government's proposed changes to cycling on the footpath - saying only children aged 5 or younger should be allowed. Living Streets Aotearoa says the current proposal, which would see children up to 12 years old being allowed to ride bikes or e-bikes on the footpath with no speed restriction, is dangerous for pedestrians using the footpath. They also say some footpaths should be off limits to all bikes completely. President of Living Streets Aotearoa, Tim Jones spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

La crise du logement s'intensifie à Montréal. Dans cet épisode, Axel Monsaingeon s'assoit avec Marilou Hudon-Huot, directrice du développement et de la location à la Société de développement Angus, pour analyser un modèle immobilier unique au Québec. Ensemble, ils discutent de la création de 1 000 logements abordables hors marché spéculatif, du financement public, de la revitalisation de quartiers complets comme Angus et Rimouski, et de la façon dont un OBNL peut préserver l'abordabilité à long terme tout en maintenant une forte performance immobilière.   Sujets et horodatages

Tá se curtha in iúl ag Comhlachas Tarlú Bóthair na hÉireann do Choiste Iompair an Oireachtais go dteastaíonn athrú ó bhun a dhéanamh ar an Údarás Náisiúnta Iompair.

It's EV News Briefly for Thursday 26 February 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDaily EV LIST PRICES FALL AS GAS GUZZLER PRICES RISENew EV list prices (excluding Tesla) dropped 2.3%, or roughly $1,500, from an average of $63,327 in September 2025 to $61,860 in January 2026, while average new gas-powered vehicle prices rose 2.5% to $47,427 over the same period. The sharpest cuts came after the federal EV tax credit expired, with the Hyundai IONIQ 5 leading the slide at a 13.8% drop of over $7,000, followed by the Chevrolet Equinox EV at nearly $4,000 off — six models in total posted drops above 5%. FORD TEASES EUROPE CAR RETURN AFTER FIESTA, FOCUSFord CEO Jim Farley used the Q4 2025 earnings call to signal "exciting plans" for passenger cars in Europe, framing the comeback as a selective, profitable return to specific segments rather than a volume land grab. Two new EVs built on Renault's Ampere platform are expected in the subcompact segment from the Ford–Renault partnership, with new passenger cars set to start arriving in 2027 under a new dedicated Europe passenger-car leadership role. UBER EXPANDS EV RIDES ACROSS EIGHT UK CITIESUber has rolled out its EV ride option to eight more UK cities — Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Edinburgh, Cambridge, Belfast and Merseyside — at standard UberX prices, after falling short of its pledge to run an all-electric London fleet by end-2025. Only 40% of London miles are now covered by EVs, with UK General Manager Andrew Brem citing charging access as "the biggest barrier," prompting Uber to announce driver support measures including discounted home and public charging in partnership with Pod Point. BMW TALKS PRICE FLOOR TO DODGE EU MINI DUTYBMW and the European Commission are in advanced talks to replace the EU's 20.7% countervailing duty on China-made Mini BEVs with a minimum import price agreement, according to Handelsblatt — covering the Mini Cooper Electric and Mini Aceman, both built at BMW's Zhangjiagang joint venture with Great Wall Motor. The approach would mirror the "price undertaking" the EU accepted from Volkswagen Anhui in early February, which freed the Cupra Tavascan from countervailing duties in exchange for a confidential price floor, volume cap and EU investment commitments. EU CITY BUS SALES HIT 60% ZERO-EMISSIONSix in ten new city buses registered across the EU in 2025 were zero-emission — 56% battery-electric and 4% fuel cell — a dramatic jump from just 12% when the Clean Vehicles Directive was adopted in 2019. Five member states hit 100% zero-emission city bus sales in 2025 (Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia and Slovenia), and Transport & Environment says a fully zero-emission EU city bus market is achievable as early as 2028.​MG2 SET FOR 2027 UK LAUNCH AT £20,000MG will enter the electric supermini segment in 2027 with the all-new MG2, targeting a starting price of around £20,000 (~$25,200), to take on rivals including the Renault 5, Citroën e-C3, Fiat Grande Panda and the incoming VW ID. Polo. The car will use the newer E3 architecture from the MG4 Urban, run front-wheel drive with a torsion-beam rear axle for cost efficiency, and feature a 12.8-inch touchscreen with physical climate controls — a reveal is expected in the second half of 2026. MG CONFIRMS MGS9 PHEV SEVEN-SEATER FOR UKMG will launch the MGS9 plug-in hybrid SUV in the UK later in 2026 as its new flagship, offering three full adult-sized rows and targeting rivals such as the Peugeot 5008, Kia Sorento and Skoda Kodiaq at a value-led price point. The model already holds a five-star Euro NCAP rating and could reach UK showrooms as early as summer 2026, extending MG's line-up to 11 models. AUSTRALIA NVES DATA SHOWS HYBRIDS DO THE HEAVY LIFTAustralia's National Vehicle Emissions Standard published its first half-year performance data (July–December 2025), showing EVs made up roughly 12% of new vehicles supplied, with about two-thirds of manufacturers — including BYD and Polestar — meeting their fleet-wide emissions targets. Petrol- and hybrid-focused brands such as Mazda and Hyundai fell short and face penalties if they don't improve, while the data reveals that near-term emissions gains are leaning more on efficient hybrids than on full EVs. LECTRON ADAPTERS WIN UL 2252 SAFETY CERTIFICATIONLectron has earned UL 2252 safety certification across its full range of EV charging adapters — covering J3400, CCS1 and J1772 in both AC and DC variants — with its two DC adapters handling up to 500 amps at 1,000 volts for peak power of 500 kW, and built-in thermal sensors that trigger derating if heat rises during fast charging. The certification comes as the North American charging landscape remains split between NACS and CCS1 on DC networks and J1772 on AC infrastructure, making a certified bridging adapter an increasingly essential tool for EV drivers navigating the transition.

Air New Zealand could be in for a hard landing, as the CEO carries out a strategic review in the face of rising costs and falling profits. The national carrier posted a $40 million loss for the six months ended December. That's compared to a $106 million profit for the same period the year before. It is still blaming severe disruption caused by delays to unscheduled engine maintenance grounding up to eight planes, plus fuel and operating costs. Air New Zealand chief executive Nikhil Ravishankar spoke to Lisa Owen.

A West Auckland man has created a bumper sticker that alerts drivers to cars being driven by seniors. Boyd Steel spoke to Corin Dann.

Kids up to the age of 12 will be allowed to ride their bikes on the footpath under proposed changes to road rules being floated by Transport Minister Chris Bishop. Bike Auckland co-chair Karen Hormann spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The Government's hoping to send economic growth sky-high, announcing a 24/7 alternative runway for commercial airlines. It's approved funding for Ohakea Air Force base, near Palmerston North, to run round-the-clock air traffic control so planes can divert there if needed. Associate Transport Minister James Meager says this opens up an easier option for long-haul flights that may run low on fuel. He told Mike Hosking Qatar Airways downgraded its services to New Zealand last year because of how much fuel its planes had to carry. Meager also says they're hoping regional airlines can refinance their debt and make some upgrades as loans are dished out. Golden Bay Air will receive a government loan of around $1.1 million from a $30 million package. Fund administrator, Kanoa, says it's working to fully allocate the rest of the funds quickly, processing loan applications from other airlines. Meager told Hosking loans will be low-interest and paying them back will be a priority. He says if these airlines can't make it work, they've got to find a way to ensure the country has reliable regional connectivity in the long run. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Transport Minister says rule change proposals hope to return some common sense lost in New Zealand, long ago. The Government's today announced proposals to let under-13s bike on footpaths and allow e-scooters in cycle lanes. Consultation's open for the next month via the Transport Agency. Chris Bishop says it could mean some details may change and he's happy to take feedback on the policies into account. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government announced today it wants to shake up the road rules a little - allowing kids under the age of 12 to ride their bikes on the footpath, and letting e-scooters use cycleways. Now, it might surprise you to learn that both of those things are against the rules. Kids aren't allowed on footpaths on their bikes unless the wheel diameter is roughly the length of a ruler or smaller, and e-scooters are not allowed in cycle lanes. And it probably does surprise you, because we do these things all the time, don't we? We've got a cycleway near our house and scooters are on that thing constantly - because frankly, it's the safest place for a scooter to be. I took my boy and his six and nine-year-old cousins for a bike ride to the skate park at the beach during summer. They rode on the footpath. Two of those bikes were definitely against the rules - far too big. So you could probably characterise Chris Bishop's proposed changes as simply updating the law to reflect what people are already doing. But I have a question for you - Why have an age limit for kids at all? We're hardly going to stick to this rule, are we? We're hardly going to tell a 12-year-old that the day they turn 13, they suddenly have to get off the footpath and cycle down Ponsonby Road. In fact, we regularly see older adults riding their bikes along Ponsonby Road, past the cafés. We just step out of the way. It's an adult on an adult-sized bike - they're courteous, they're surrounded by pedestrians and they go slowly. So here's my proposal - when we change the rules, why don't we take the age limit out altogether? Don't have an age limit. Simply say - we'd prefer you to cycle on the road but if you can't do that safely, you're welcome to use the footpath. If you do, please go slowly and give pedestrians the right of way. Our goal is that no one dies on the road and no one gets hurt on the footpath. Maybe we could just pass a rule that reflects what we're already doing - and what also reflects a bit of common sense. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Homeless, rough sleepers and beggars have often been used as a shorthand by some for decline in the city centre. For some, it's evidence of the state's increasing failure to provide support people at vulnerable points in their lives; for others, the continued presence of rough sleepers being permitted is a sign of a lack of social rules. This week the government seems to have firmly fallen in with the latter.  They are set to implement legislation that would empower police to implement ‘move on' orders, which, if issued, would require you to vacate public areas or face up to $2,000 in fines or 3 months in prison. The move has garnered huge criticism with many viewing the move alongside the governments cuts to emergency housing and support services leaving people with no where to go other than prison. Another move that has flown a little under the radar has been the amalgamation of the Ministry for the Environment, Ministry of Transport, Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and the local government functions of the Department of Internal Affairs into a single ministry. This amalgamation has alarmed critics who are concerned that the government's track record on climate and environmental policy spells ill for this new agency.  For our weekly catchup with the Green Party, Wire Host Manny spoke with MP Ricardo Menéndez March about the amalgamation of key ministries into a mega ministry but began by talking about the expansion of police powers with move-on orders.  

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The Department of Transport and Human Settlements in KwaZulu-Natal has introduced a “Name and Shame” campaign targeting certain offenders, particularly those convicted of serious traffic violations such as drunk driving. Under this approach, the names of convicted offenders are publicly released as part of efforts to deter dangerous behaviour on the roads. The department argues that this tougher stance is meant to promote accountability, increase road safety, and send a clear message that reckless driving will have consequences beyond fines or jail time. Stacey and J Sbu posed this question: Is naming and shaming a necessary wake-up call or is it public humiliation? Here's what you had to say...

Police want to speak to two cyclists who were chased by dogs in a small Northland town where a woman was fatally attacked. 62 year old Mihiata Te Rore died after suffering what police have described as "unsurvivable injuries" cause by several dogs at the Kaihu house that she was visiting last Tuesday. Kaipara District Council has told Checkpoint it had visited the property with the dogs four times, including the day before the fatal attack. Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Pilmer spoke to Lisa Owen.

L'est du Sénégal face au risque de la contagion jihadiste, suite de notre série de reportages. Direction Kidira, dernière ville du Sénégal, sur la route qui relie Dakar à Bamako. Depuis que des jihadistes ont attaqué le poste-frontière côté malien à un kilomètre de Kidira en juillet et, pour la première fois, des chauffeurs routiers sénégalais en septembre dernier, la surveillance a été renforcée côté sénégalais. Mais côté malien, sur la route qui approvisionne Bamako chaque jour en denrées ou biens importés, les chauffeurs routiers sont en première ligne face au conflit. De notre correspondante de retour de Kidira, Ce matin-là, ils sont une trentaine de chauffeurs routiers rassemblés à l'entrée du parking pour gros porteurs. Dernière halte avant la frontière et le Mali à 600 mètres de là. Particulièrement mécontents, comme Koné Tiemoko : « On en a marre ! Il y a des camions qui nous doublent pendant que nous, on est là coincés depuis quatre jours, on veut qu'ils nous disent pourquoi ! » Entouré de centaines de camions et de semi-remorques garés en plusieurs rangées, ce chauffeur malien se dit plus préoccupé, ce jour-là, par les tracasseries subies sur le trajet au Sénégal, plutôt que par les enjeux de sécurité au Mali. Koné Tiemoko : « Attaqué sur la route ? Non, tu sais, c'est mon travail, si je laisse ça, comment les enfants vont faire pour aller à l'école ? Il faut que je prenne la route. La route, c'est risqué, mais que faire ? On est obligé de le faire, et tant que ton jour n'est pas arrivé tu ne vas pas mourir ! »  Garé un peu plus loin, Malick Dieng, qui transporte un conteneur chargé de médicaments et de vêtements destinés à Bamako, confirme la présence des jihadistes sur la route, mais refuse d'être inquiet : « Oui, il y a des gens qui contrôlent, mais ils contrôlent des pièces. Si vous êtes des Sénégalais, on dit oui, nous sommes des Sénégalais, on nous laisse passer. Tu ne peux pas dire que c'est l'armée, non. On ne peut pas chercher ça, non, ce n'est pas notre rôle. Si la voie est libre, tu passes, il n'y a pas de problème. » À lire aussiEst du Sénégal : le portrait d'un chauffeur malien, rescapé d'une attaque jihadiste [1/5] Malgré les risques, un métier impossible à abandonner Entre 500 et 1 000 véhicules franchissent chaque jour la frontière entre les deux pays pour approvisionner Bamako depuis le port de Dakar. Dem sillonne depuis neuf ans : « Sénégal, Mali, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, Adidjan... » Accroupi à l'ombre de son camion, il confirme, sans vouloir entrer dans les détails, une dégradation depuis trois ans. « Il n'y a plus de sécurité, c'est devenu trop dangereux. C'est un peu compliqué, mais il n'y a plus de sécurité. » Le 4 septembre dernier, l'attaque inédite et l'enlèvement de six chauffeurs routiers sénégalais près de la frontière ont changé la donne pour Modou Kaire. Cet ancien chauffeur est membre de l'Union des conducteurs routiers de l'Afrique de l'Ouest depuis plus de trente ans : « Au début on nous parlait de banditisme transfrontalier, on entendait parler de ces attaques vers Tombouctou, Gao, Kidal... Aujourd'hui, on en parle à moins de dix kilomètres de chez nous et ça nous fait vraiment peur. Quand une case brûle et que c'est la case du voisin, il ne faut pas dire "non, je n'interviens pas parce que ce n'est pas la mienne, c'est la case du voisin". » Si les autorités sénégalaises assurent avoir renforcé leur présence militaire le long de la frontière avec le Mali, Modou Kaire, lui, plaide pour des contrôles renforcés, des motos notamment, pour éviter des risques d'infiltrations et un plus grand soutien aux chauffeurs routiers.  À lire aussiMali : cibles d'attaques jihadistes, des chauffeurs routiers appellent à un arrêt de travail

Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD & Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fail TD and member of the joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport

So what should politicians do to address the rise in road deaths in Ireland? Anton asked Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD for Wicklow and spokesperson for Transport.

China's Spring Festival travel rush hit a historic high on Feb 20, with daily cross-regional passenger trips exceeding 350 million, according to data released by the Ministry of Transport on Saturday.据交通运输部周六发布的数据显示，2 月 20 日中国春运客流创下历史新高，单日跨区域旅客出行量突破 3.5 亿人次。On Feb 20, the 19th day of the 2026 Spring Festival travel season, cross-regional passenger traffic reached a remarkable 352.999 million trips.2 月 20 日是 2026 年春运第 19 天，当日跨区域旅客运输量达到 3.52999 亿人次。This figure represents a 12.3 percent increase compared to the same day in the 2025 Spring Festival travel season, setting a new record.这一数据较 2025 年春运同期增长 12.3%，创下新纪录。The Spring Festival, which is also known as Chinese New Year, falls on Feb 17 this year, and the official holiday lasts nine days.今年春节（农历新年）为 2 月 17 日，法定假期共 9 天。The annual travel rush, "chun yun," is often described as the world's largest human migration.一年一度的春运被称为全球最大规模的人口迁徙。It is expected to see a record 9.5 billion inter-regional passenger trips during the 40-day rush from Feb 2 to March 13 this year.今年春运为期 40 天，时间为 2 月 2 日至 3 月 13 日，预计跨区域旅客出行量将达到创纪录的 95 亿人次。

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KwaZulu-Natal has achieved an unprecedented 18% decrease in road fatalities during the festive season, marking the first such reduction in two decades. The Department of Transport and Human Settlements credits this success to its "name and shame" campaign, which publicly identifies convicted drunk drivers alongside their professions and locations. Spokesperson for the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport and Human Settlements, Ndabezinhle Sibiya explained the impact of the campaign to Stacey and J Sbu. Here's how it went...

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In this episode of Hold Your Fire!, Richard Atwood speaks with Joshua Kucera, Crisis Group's senior South Caucasus analyst, about progress in Armenia-Azerbaijan peace talks, U.S. involvement and shifting regional politics. They discuss U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance's recent visit to Yerevan and Baku, why Washington got involved and U.S. efforts to broker agreement on the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) – a proposed transit corridor linking mainland Azerbaijan to its exclave of Nakhchivan through southern Armenia. They talk about whether the corridor could move forward even without a fully ratified peace deal and examine the remaining sticking points. They also assess Türkiye's expanding role in the region, Iran's concerns about the corridor, Russia's waning influence and European policy. They examine why the Trump administration's peacemaking appears to have been more successful in the South Caucasus than elsewhere. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.For more, check out Joshua's recent Analyst's Notebook, “Vance Visit Reaffirms U.S. Push to End Armenia-Azerbaijan Conflict” and our Armenian-Azerbaijani Conflict page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stevens Roundtable: Tanker & Hazmat: Open More Doors Corey Childress, Assistant Manager of Driver Services and Qualifications, shares exciting new earning opportunities for Stevens drivers. Stevens is currently seeking at least 10 drivers to obtain their Hazmat endorsement, offering free online training through CDL Power Suite, full reimbursement for testing costs (with receipts), and a $300 bonus once the endorsement is added to the driver's license. Drivers can complete the approximately 2.5-hour training at their convenience before scheduling fingerprinting, background checks, and the written exam. Stevens is also expanding opportunities in the Tanker Division, providing study guides and resources for drivers interested in adding a tanker endorsement to further increase freight options and earning potential. Drivers interested in either endorsement can: Email: safetyservices@stevenstransport.com Call: Driver Services/Qualifications at Extension 7902 Visit: Driver Services or Qualifications in person Stevens continues to prioritize opening new lanes of opportunity for drivers to grow their careers and increase their income potential. 2025 Company Driver of the Year Trucker Tim interviews "royalty" driver Robert Belford, who has been with Stevens since 1995 and has now surpassed 4 million safe miles, earning his place in the Hall of Fame four times. Robert shares simple, powerful advice for any driver who wants longevity and success Robert is the 2025 Company Driver of the Year, recognized for his consistency, leadership, and humble work ethic. Team Driving Discover the transformative world of team driving with Stevens Transport in this insightful discussion. Learn how driving with a partner boosts efficiency, earning potential, and safety, while allowing for nearly constant travel and the enjoyment of America's stunning landscapes. Earn More/Team Up - https://vimeo.com/1020240977 Driver Spotlight: Raymond Hatchette Jr. Meet Stevens Transport independent contractor and trainer Raymond Hatchette, Jr.! Raymond shares the journey he's taken from military service to transitioning to a civilian career, highlighting the importance of being patient and working hard, while feeling grateful for the opportunity to teach the next generation of truck drivers. See the video here: https://youtu.be/upnzC79uMfI?si=8vj9-RZJZpj8UOca February 2026 - News Bulletin In this Stevens Transport News Bulletin, we proudly celebrate the 2025 Driver of the Year Award recipients, We also share important fleet updates, including opportunities to earn more through hazmat and tanker endorsements, an upcoming Independent Contractor Workshop, active recruiting for tanker drivers and trainers, and details about Project Ascend, where employees and contractors can earn up to $25,000 for innovative cost-saving ideas. For more information, drivers can contact their driver manager or Driver Services at 800-468-0118 See the video here: https://vimeo.com/1165493600 Maximize Your Earnings by Getting Hazmat Certified Higher Load Pay: Earn extra on top of your miles for every Hazmat load hauled. You are already driving the miles; make sure you are getting paid top-tier rates for them. Contact Driver Services to get your reimbursement started! Become a Driver for Stevens Transport For questions on whether you meet our driver qualifications, please call our Recruiting Department at 1-800-333-8595 or visit: www.stevenstransport.com/drivers/ Stevens Transport 9757 Military Parkway, Dallas, TX 75227 http://www.stevenstransport.com/ http://www.becomeadriver.com/ Driver Recruiting: 1-800-333-8595.  Apply Here: https://intelliapp2.driverapponline.com Paragon Leasing Technician Careers: https://www.stevenstransport.com/careers/fleet-maintenance-jobs/

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Synthetic fuels stand out as a promising pathway toward achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in maritime transport by 2050. Natalia Coelho, a contributor to the Argus Marine Fuels report, and Pamela Machado, who covers hydrogen and derivatives, discuss the opportunities and challenges surrounding these clean fuels, including the recent postponement of the International Maritime Organization's vote on carbon pricing. 

In part two, a bicycle and public transport advocate responds to panellist Allan Blackman's concerns about Auckland's Karangahape Road bike lanes being underused. Is it true that no one is using them? Then, builder and hurling athlete Declan Malone made a generous offering of $3000 worth of gifts to Queenstown's Lakes District Hospital. Months earlier he'd suffered a massive seizure and was admitted for what turned out to be week long stay receiving treatment. We learn why he wanted to give back AND what the heck is hurling?

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Nalini Baruch and Alan McElroy. First up, the former Prince Andrew has become the first senior royal in modern times to be arrested. He was taken in under on suspicion of misconduct in public office. It's an extraordinary turn of events in the Epstein saga; a saga that does not want to go away. Then, Te Huia, the Hamilton-to-Auckland train trial, has been extended to June 2027. Supporters of the trial are happy, but can Te Huia perform well enough to secure its permanent future?

Overdrive: Luxury badges, cheap fares, Bathurst Minis and Kona EV David Brown and Paul Murrell look at BMW turning Alpina into its own luxury badge, Tesla shifting Full Self-Driving to subscription, and what Queensland's 50 cent fares really buy in patronage and politics. They celebrate Mini's Bathurst heritage, trace the story behind unique Porsche Spider artwork, and run a real-world road test of Hyundai's Kona Electric, including range, price and pressure from Chinese EVs. A mix of motoring history, design, auctions and transport policy with an everyday Australian lens. Episode Breakdown Luxury badges and brand worlds - 00:00:54 Tesla FSD subscriptions and EV value - 00:13:16 Queensland's 50c fares and behaviour - 00:16:55 Bathurst 12 Hour, Minis and small-car legends - 00:23:21 Porsche art, auctions and personal motoring history - 00:31:11 Hyundai Kona Electric road test and rivals - 00:35:11 Luxury badges and brand worlds BMW makes Alpina a marque as they unpack Lexus, Genesis, Maybach and DS, showing how service, separation and clear design matter more than chrome and brochure spin. Tesla FSD subscriptions and EV value Tesla moves FSD to subscription and trims perks. They test the maths against shrinking warranties, BYD's surge and how shifting deals can erode long term EV buyer trust. Queensland's 50c fares and behaviour Queensland's 50 cent fares lift trips, but they ask who pays, what tap on data reveals about habit and equity, and how political spin can blur good transport planning. Bathurst 12 Hour, Minis and small-car legends Mini's 1966 Bathurst win is revisited via 12 Hour tributes, with memories of tiny 10 inch shod cars beating big Falcons and why the original Mini felt revolutionary and classless. Porsche art, auctions and personal motoring history Paul chases original watercolours of his one off Porsche Spider, explaining Alan Hamilton's no expense spared build, auction tactics, costs and what these pieces mean emotionally. Hyundai Kona Electric road test and rivals Kona Electric proves punchy, comfortable and roomy on a hilly Sydney Bathurst run, but big wheels cut range and price pits it hard against cheaper Chinese EVs and well specced petrol Konas. Program Links and Credits Overdrive is broadcast across Australia on the Community Radio Network. Search for Cars, Transport, Culture to find our website, podcast and social media. Host: David Brown. Contributors: Paul Murrell, Bruce Podder, Mark Wesley

Overdrive: Luxury badges, cheap fares, Bathurst Minis and Kona EV David Brown and Paul Murrell look at BMW turning Alpina into its own luxury badge, Tesla shifting Full Self-Driving to subscription, and what Queensland's 50 cent fares really buy in patronage and politics. They celebrate Mini's Bathurst heritage, trace the story behind unique Porsche Spider artwork, and run a real-world road test of Hyundai's Kona Electric, including range, price and pressure from Chinese EVs. A mix of motoring history, design, auctions and transport policy with an everyday Australian lens. Episode Breakdown Luxury badges and brand worlds - 00:00:54 Tesla FSD subscriptions and EV value - 00:13:16 Queensland's 50c fares and behaviour - 00:16:55 Bathurst 12 Hour, Minis and small-car legends - 00:23:21 Porsche art, auctions and personal motoring history - 00:31:11 Hyundai Kona Electric road test and rivals - 00:35:11 Luxury badges and brand worlds BMW makes Alpina a marque as they unpack Lexus, Genesis, Maybach and DS, showing how service, separation and clear design matter more than chrome and brochure spin. Tesla FSD subscriptions and EV value Tesla moves FSD to subscription and trims perks. They test the maths against shrinking warranties, BYD's surge and how shifting deals can erode long term EV buyer trust. Queensland's 50c fares and behaviour Queensland's 50 cent fares lift trips, but they ask who pays, what tap on data reveals about habit and equity, and how political spin can blur good transport planning. Bathurst 12 Hour, Minis and small-car legends Mini's 1966 Bathurst win is revisited via 12 Hour tributes, with memories of tiny 10 inch shod cars beating big Falcons and why the original Mini felt revolutionary and classless. Porsche art, auctions and personal motoring history Paul chases original watercolours of his one off Porsche Spider, explaining Alan Hamilton's no expense spared build, auction tactics, costs and what these pieces mean emotionally. Hyundai Kona Electric road test and rivals Kona Electric proves punchy, comfortable and roomy on a hilly Sydney Bathurst run, but big wheels cut range and price pits it hard against cheaper Chinese EVs and well specced petrol Konas. Program Links and Credits Overdrive is broadcast across Australia on the Community Radio Network. Search for Cars, Transport, Culture to find our website, podcast and social media. Host: David Brown. Contributors: Paul Murrell, Bruce Podder, Mark Wesley

America is bringing freedom. A new website from the State Department is about to make freedom of speech great again, and the checks notes Europeans aren't happy? Well, maybe when Emmanuel Macron says freedom of speech is BS, they should be worried. A Transport for London Public Service Announcement has been banned because it's racist. Let's find out exactly how it's racist. Simu Liu, famous Asian Canadian, has opinions about things. And those opinions are trash. What a piece of sh*t. GUEST: Josh Firestine Link to today's sources: https://www.louderwithcrowder.com/sources-february-19-2026 Get your St. Patrick's Day apparel now at: https://crowdershop.com/collections/saint-patricks-day-apparel Download Rumble Wallet now and step away from the big banks — for good! https://rumblewallet.onelink.me/bJsX/crowder Foundation Daily is made up of premium ingredients to reduce inflammation and stress and promote clean energy and mental clarity. Subscribe now and receive 40% off for life. https://foundationdaily.com/ Check out Steven's interview with Undersecretary of State Sarah Rogers here: youtube.com/watch?v=fGP92yaP6nQ&feature=youtu.be DOWNLOAD THE RUMBLE APP TODAY: https://rumble.com/our-apps Join Rumble Premium to watch this show every day! http://louderwithcrowder.com/Premium Get your favorite LWC gear: https://crowdershop.com/ Bite-Sized Content: https://rumble.com/c/CrowderBits Subscribe to my podcast: https://feeds.libsyn.com/576250/rss FOLLOW ME: Website: https://louderwithcrowder.com/ X: https://x.com/scrowder Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/louderwithcrowder Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevencrowderofficial Music by @Pogo

Our reporter Barry Gallagher spoke to National Private Hire and Taxi Association spokesperson Jim Waldron and TD who wants to see more taxis available is Fine Gael's Michael Murphy from Tipperary.

The Minister for Transport has rejected calls from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission to remove the barriers that are preventing Uber and Bolt from fully entering the Irish taxi market and allowing drivers to use their own cars to provide taxi rides without a special license.The CCPS said that the current regulation is holding the industry back and means a lack of choice for consumers, but would it be a solution to our current taxi shortage? Danny O'Gorman is the General Manager of FreeNow Ireland and joins Ciara to discuss.

Provoseres du av fulle tog og begrensninger i hvor du kan kjøre? Klimatiltak i byer rammer folk svært ulikt og noen får flere fordeler. Kan dette løses på en mer rettferdig måte?I samtalen: Professor Per Gunnar Røe ved Universitetet i Oslo, Hilde Solli fra Klimaetaten i Oslo kommune og Lars Böcker fra Transportøkonomisk institutt.Programleder er Jorunn Kanestrøm

The Prime Minister travelled to Taff's Well to throw his weight behind Transport for Wales' £14 billion proposals to “transform” the nation's railways. But what would this actually mean for passengers and communities in Wales? James and Fliss unpack the announcement with our Political Correspondent Cemlyn Davies, following his interview with the Prime Minister and First Minister. They're also joined by transport expert Professor Mark Barry, who breaks down the practical implications of the proposals — and what the politics behind them might reveal.

En este capítulo nos acompaña el ilustrador Iván Mayorquín para contarnos las experiencias sobrenaturales de su papá, quien fue conductor de taxi por muchos años y transportó a una mujer fantasma. El creador del podcast “Grupo de autoayuda de dibujo” también nos cuenta sobre su libro de vampiros, así que no te lo puedes perder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Poor visibility from cyclists and the ongoing lack of a transport police are among the issues to be raised by bus drivers' unions at a meeting of the joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport later today. Among those speaking is Thomas O'Connor, Assistant General Secretary with the National Bus and Railworkers' Union.

One of Europe's most strategic infrastructure projects: Richard and Sin talk with Kai Gerullis from the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce about how the Fehmarnbelt Tunnel is reshaping logistics corridors, transport efficiency, and cross-border supply chains.Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode transcript===== In this episode, Richard Howells and Sin To speak with Kai Gerullis from the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce about the Fehmarnbelt Tunnel, one of Europe's most strategically significant infrastructure projects. The fixed link between Germany and Denmark is reshaping transport times, trade routes, and regional competitiveness.The focus: European logistics corridors, political and economic implications, technology, multimodality, and sustainability and why the Fehmarnbelt Tunnel is setting new benchmarks for cross-border infrastructure.Essential listening for those who don't just manage supply chains, but shape them. ===== Guest: Kai Gerullis, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Transport and Port Affairs at the Hamburg Chamber of CommerceKai Gerullis is Deputy Managing Director and Head of Transport and Port Affairs at the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce. He also leads the Infrastructure Committee of the Fehmarnbelt Business Council (FBBC), a cross-border network of business organizations from Denmark, Germany, and Sweden dedicated to strengthening the Fehmarnbelt region and supporting the economic opportunities linked to the Fehmarnbelt Tunnel. With an academic background in political science and professional training as a journalist, Kai has many years of experience in the fields of ports, mobility, and logistics. His work focuses on infrastructure and port development, regional cooperation, and the future of transport.Host 1: Richard HowellsRichard Howells has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP's ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability.Host 2: Sin ToSin To brings over 15 years of experience in the digital media and technology industry – primarily in marketing, business development, thought leadership, and editorial. At SAP, they ensure that SAP's supply chain solutions are properly visible with a focus on future trends and sustainable innovations as part of the Thought Leadership & Awareness Supply Chain Team.===== Show Links: Fehmarnbelt Business Council: https://fbbc.eu/SAP Digital Supply Chain: www.sap.com/scm Follow Us on Social Media : Richard Howells: ⁠LinkedIn⁠Sin To: LinkedInSAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!  ===== Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction to the episode 00:01:24 Guest Introduction: Kai Gerullis00:02:26 Project Details and Goals00:03:41 Economic and Regional Impact00:05:07 Supply Chain Benefits00:05:55 Multimodal Logistics Opportunities00:06:48 Sustainability and Environmental Impact00:09:04 Political and Strategic Significance00:10:20 Challenges and Risk Management00:12:58 Technological Innovations00:15:35 Future Outlook and Outro

Planning a birthday party in San Francisco might sound simple, but logistical oversights can instantly destroy celebrations, sometimes before they even begin. Learn to plan like a local and ensure your big day goes off without a hitch. Read more at https://limosfvip.com/group-transportation/ Limo SF VIP City: San Francisco Address: 1555 Yosemite Ave Website: https://limosfvip.com/

This one's important. If the Greens win, it will end Starmer's short stint as PM and - as importantly - show that Reform are NOT the default winners at the next general election. But can they do it? Transport is a key local issue in this byelection, and given its importance for communities and indeed the future of our democracy, it was time to create a new scoring system to help target where improvements need to be made: the PROCIV system. It's scientific - and it helps us see what improvements Gorton and Denton must see to make people's lives better. Support #Railnatter at https://patreon.com/garethdennis. Merch at https://merch.railnatter.uk. Join in the discussion at https://discord.railnatter.uk. You can also buy my book #HowTheRailwaysWillFixTheFuture: https://bit.ly/HowTheRailways

The government is seeking advice on adding a toll to the Auckland Harbour Bridge, to help pay for a second harbour crossing. Greater Auckland editor Matt Lowrie spoke to Corin Dann.

In this episode, Charles Jones, Jr. returns to the podcast to talk about this experience at the Transition Trucking: Driving to Excellence Award. Charles won the award, including a brand new Kenworth T680 truck, and he is now an owner operator partnering with Roehl. 

Hello Friends! Today's episode is all about the animals that were transported on February 14th, 2026. Make sure you're following us on our Ruff Life Podcast Instagram page to see lots of pictures of each week's episode.

Air New Zealand chief operating officer Alex Marren after the airline cancelled flights out of Wellington, Napier and Palmerston North due to strong winds. 

Labour MP for Cardiff West MP Alex Barros-Curtis looks back at the week that was for Labour. James Price, Transport for Wales CEO gives an update on transport plans in Wales. Cllr Aled Davies, Senedd candidate for the Conservatives in Gwynedd Maldwyn reports from their Spring conference. Strategic analyst and researcher with the Arctic Institute Fiona de Cuyper explains why the Arctic is a hot topic. Emeritus Professor E. Wyn James from Cardiff University talks about Wales' historic hymns, in the wake of handing the keys of Capel Rhondda - where Cwm Rhondda was first sung - to the community.Tessa Marshall and Aled Eirug review the papers.

High rents, rising food costs and a perceived lack of opportunities are driving young people out of New Zealand. Last year, more people left than ever before. What can be done to improve living conditions and stop the loss of young talent? The current government has opened the question of Māori land rights in a quest to exploit New Zealand's natural resources. An attempt to overturn a historic treaty failed last year, but as New Zealand faces an election in the autumn, the issue will not go away. There is much to debate for Jonny Dymond and a panel of political leaders as they face questions from across the country.The Panel: Chris Bishop, MP, National Party and Minister for Housing, Transport and Infrastructure and Leader of the House.Ginny Andersen, MP, Labour Party's Spokeswoman on Jobs, Income, Police and Treaty of Waitangi negotiations.Shane Jones, MP, Deputy Leader of New Zealand First and Minister of Oceans and FisheriesMarama Davidson, MP, Co-leader of the Green party and Spokeswoman on Conservation, Child Poverty Reduction and Social investment.Producer: Charlie Taylor Sound engineers: Tim Heffer, Ian Mitchell and Joe Lawrence

Episode Notes Stevens Roundtable: In this Stevens Roundtable, Tim sits down with Allie Gilbert and Brett Cortopassi to pull back the curtain on Stevens' Independent Contractor (IC) program, and why it can be a game-changing path for drivers who want more freedom, more upside, and a real shot at building their own business. A Simple Gesture of Thanks from Stevens for Making the Right Safety Decision Sitting still while the clock ticks is one of the toughest parts of the job. But with severe weather that swept the country over the past couple of weeks, hundreds of our drivers made the professional decision to park it and prioritize safety over speed. Stevens simple gesture of thanks to our drivers. Team Driving Discover the transformative world of team driving with Stevens Transport in this insightful discussion. Learn how driving with a partner boosts efficiency, earning potential, and safety, while allowing for nearly constant travel and the enjoyment of America's stunning landscapes. Earn More/Team Up - https://vimeo.com/1020240977 Driver Spotlight: Driver Spotlight: Leonard "Joe" De Jean Meet driver/trainer Leonard "Joe" De Jean.  After reaching his first million miles, Leonard has gained the knowledge and confidence through Stevens Transport to one day start his own trucking business. In this video, hear more about Leonard's journey, and get insight from one of his former students. See the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUDNTIELidQ Tip of the Stevens Ten-Gallon Hat Congrats to driver, Dawun Brinson, who finished his lease completion with Stevens Transport at the end of last year and driver, Lewis Williams who is now a permanent fixture in the Stevens Transport Haul of Fame  by logging One million miles with Stevens Transport. Maximize Your Earnings by Getting Hazmat Certified Higher Load Pay: Earn extra on top of your miles for every Hazmat load hauled. You are already driving the miles; make sure you are getting paid top-tier rates for them. Contact Driver Services to get your reimbursement started! Become a Driver for Stevens Transport For questions on whether you meet our driver qualifications, please call our Recruiting Department at 1-800-333-8595 or visit: www.stevenstransport.com/drivers/ Stevens Transport 9757 Military Parkway, Dallas, TX 75227 http://www.stevenstransport.com/ http://www.becomeadriver.com/ Driver Recruiting: 1-800-333-8595.  Apply Here: https://intelliapp2.driverapponline.com Paragon Leasing Technician Careers: https://www.stevenstransport.com/careers/fleet-maintenance-jobs/

Wellington councillors, industry groups and workers are sounding the alarm over immigration settings for bus drivers, warning of a looming shortage. A residency pathway for bus drivers, announced in 2022, required an academic English language level to stay in the country after two-years on a working visa. Now, drivers are coming to sit the test and some are struggling. Ellen O'Dwyer reports.