E-News On The Go | 09.18.24
NEWS
State of the Industry Welcomes Expert Panelists at 2024 CD/NLA Show
Can you believe we’re less than a month away from the CD/NLA Show in National Harbor? We’re super excited to be returning to the all-under-one-roof ... READ MORE
GRiDD Integrates With Dever Software
GRiDD Technologies is excited to unveil their newest bilateral integration with Dever Software, a prominent dispatch solution based in the United ... READ MORE
Forest River Management Updates, Renews Charitable Partnership
Forest River, a manufacturer in the recreational vehicle, cargo trailer, pontoon boat, and commercial vehicle industries, has announced changes to ... READ MORE
SensCy Releases Latest Cybersecurity Readiness Report
Cybersecurity firm SensCy recently released their SMO Cybersecurity Readiness Report, which uses 2023 data from small and medium-size businesses ... READ MORE
VLA Holds Fishing Trip/Membership Meeting
On Tuesday, August 27, the Virginia Limousine Association (VLA) held a fishing trip/membership meeting in Virginia Beach. The day-long event ... READ MORE
Upcoming Events: September and October 2024
Have a 2024 event that you’d like to share? Let us know and we’ll add your meeting/conference to our to our website, magazine, and e-news ... READ MORE
ON THE WIRE
Hotels, Agencies Say Travel Demand Is Softening
Some major hotel chains and travel agencies are reporting a plateau in travel spending. Nina Ruggiero, senior editorial director for Travel + Leisure ... READ MORE
When to Book Holiday Travel This Fall
If you want — or need — to travel this holiday season, start planning now because the ideal time to book Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s ... READ MORE
End of an Economic Era
At precisely 2 pm Wednesday, in a windowless ground-floor room in Washington's Foggy Bottom neighborhood, dozens of packed-in economics ... READ MORE
Delta and United: Business Travel Demand Strong
Corporate travel remains "strong," according to executives from Delta Air Lines and United Airlines who spoke Thursday during Morgan Stanley's 12th ... READ MORE
Gas Prices Plummet, Helping Lead Inflation Cooldown
Falling gasoline prices, along with the rest of the energy complex, contributed to a decelerating annual rate of inflation in August. The gasoline index ... READ MORE
Consumer Prices Rose 0.2 Percent in August
Inflation in August declined to its lowest level since February 2021, according to a Labor Department report Wednesday that also showed a key ... READ MORE
Tech Firms Halve Business Travel in 2023
Global tech giants halved their business flight emissions in 2023 compared to 2019, but companies like Apple, opens new tab and Google's parent ... READ MORE
How to Beat Jet Lag According to Business Travelers
Jet lag is a deceptively serious issue for travelers. The farther someone prepares to fly from home, the more excited they probably are for their trip ... READ MORE
Uber to Dispatch Waymo's Robotaxis Next Year
Ride-hailing leader Uber on Friday announced it will dispatch robotaxis built by driverless technology pioneer Waymo beginning next year in Austin ... READ MORE
Uber Driver Accused of Raping, Killing Woman
Police say an Uber driver recently arrested in the death of an Indianapolis woman admitted he raped, shot and killed her after picking her up from work ... READ MORE
Why Are EV Carmakers Pulling Back?
Some of the headlines about electric vehicles lately might give the impression that the market is headed for a crash. But new data shows ... READ MORE
United to Provide Free Wi-Fi Through Starlink
United Airlines plans to introduce in 2025 free "fast, reliable Wi-Fi service" provided by Starlink to the airline's mainline and regional aircraft fleet ... READ MORE
Which Brands Make the Best Used Cars?
Consumer Reports’ first-ever brand ranking for used cars—focused on the reliability of 5- to 10-year-old models—makes it clear that buyers can reduce ... READ MORE
How Long Do Electric Cars Last?
Electric cars have surged in popularity due to high gas prices and the emergence of new all-electric vehicles across all major vehicle types ... READ MORE
US Finally Takes Aim at Big Vehicle ‘Bloat’
This week, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) stunned safety advocates by proposing new vehicle rules that it says will ... READ MORE
3 Ways to Improve Business Travel
In an era when global connectivity is crucial for business operations, travel disruptions have surged, affecting countless professionals. Our research ... READ MORE
Car Affordability Concerns Won’t Go Away Anytime Soon
The cost of owning a vehicle in the U.S. has soared over the past few years, and data indicates Americans are likely to be hit with even more sticker . ... READ MORE