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Chicago Aims for 15-Minute O’Hare-to-Downtown Express on Private Rails
A privately funded project called the O’Hare Flyer would run a battery-electric express train on freight rails, linking O’Hare Airport to Downtown Chicago in about 15 minutes with service every 15 minutes. The train would use tracks owned by CSX, Canadian National and Union Pacific, with a Downtown and Terminal 2 station and luggage racks, and would require roughly $2.25 billion in funding and city approval. A Letter of Intent with CSX has been reached, and officials say a launch is hoped within five years, subject to labor agreements and other approvals; ticket pricing has not yet been set.
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Eight Die After Charter Plane Crashes Near Cape Newenham, Alaska
A charter plane crashed near the Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site in western Alaska, killing all eight people on board (two pilots and six passengers). The flight, a Cessna 441 operated by Security Aviation from Anchorage to Cape Newenham, went down around 12:15 p.m. local time. FAA and the NTSB will investigate; the Alaska Rescue Coordination Center launched a search-and-rescue mission and later confirmed no survivors. Names of those aboard will be released after next of kin notifications.
East River Tube Reopens After Sandy-Era Overhaul
Amtrak’s Line 2 tube of the East River Tunnel between Manhattan and Queens reopened after more than a year of interior rehabilitation spurred by Superstorm Sandy damage. The three-mile tunnel was rebuilt with a new fixed-track system, upgraded drainage, improved signal, power and fire/safety systems, and redesigned emergency walkways. Line 1 will close later this year for the same work, with the entire East River Tunnel rehab targeted to finish by the end of 2027.
East River Tunnel Rehab Phase One Complete as LIRR Crowding Persists
Amtrak finished the first 15-month rehab of one East River tunnel, completing Phase One despite MTA criticism that the work strained Long Island Rail Road service by roughly 20% at peak times, increasing Penn Station crowding. A second damaged tunnel’s rehab will start this fall and is slated to finish by the end of 2027. The rebuilt tunnel features brighter lighting and improved drainage, and passenger service has resumed in the renovated tube.
Lamborghini Raises the Heat on Exclusivity with the Revuelto SV Debut
Lamborghini unveiled the Revuelto SV at The Quail in Monterey as a $741k, 1,963‑unit limited flagship with a 1,050‑hp hybrid V12, signaling a strategy built on scarcity to lift margins. CEO Stephan Winkelmann emphasized the car’s uncompromising handling and confirmed no manual transmission is planned for now, while the model anchors Lamborghini’s top tier alongside its refreshed base lineup. The move comes as the company reported higher revenue in the first half of 2026 despite slower deliveries, underscoring a shift toward high‑margin, low‑volume cars; the Revuelto SV also highlights Lamborghini’s ongoing emphasis on exclusivity and iconic heritage.
McLaren Unveils the MCL 6GT: a $1.5 Million, Limited-Run Manual Supercar
McLaren revealed the MCL 6GT at Monterey Car Week, reviving a true manual gearbox with hydraulic steering and a V8 in a car designed for immersive driving rather than sheer speed. Priced around $1.5 million and planned as a limited run of about 500 units, the project emphasizes exclusivity and customization, with strong early demand from clients who want an authentic manual McLaren since the F1.
Lamborghini Revuelto SV ramps up speed and handling with hybrid hardware
Lamborghini’s Revuelto SV upgrades the flagship hybrid with 1,065 hp from a 6.5L V12 plus three electric motors, a bigger 7.3 kWh battery, and extensive carbon-fiber weight savings to improve consistency and aero; it gains 80% more downforce, a redesigned front bumper and rear wing, 30% faster transmission shifts, and a new Pilota mode, delivering 0–62 mph in 2.4 seconds and an electric-only range of about 10 miles, with pricing expected to start around $750,000.
Tire Blowout Forces United Flight 455 to Abort Takeoff at O’Hare
A United Airlines Boeing 737-900 bound for Phoenix (Flight 455) blew a tire during takeoff at Chicago O’Hare and aborted the takeoff; passengers deplaned on the runway and were bused back to the terminal. No injuries were reported, and the FAA has opened a preliminary investigation while another aircraft is arranged to take the passengers to Phoenix later today.
Rivian adds optional captain’s chairs to the R1S in 2027 refresh with up to $4,500 extra
Rivian will add second-row captain’s chairs to the R1S as part of the 2027 model-year refresh. To get them you must buy the Sound and Vision package for $2,500 (which also includes a glass roof and audio). The captain’s chairs themselves cost $1,500 with the Black Mountain interior or $2,000 with the Ocean interior, meaning the final seating upgrade can add up to $4,500. The existing second-row bench option remains for seven-seat configurations.
Two Pilots Die in Fort Hood Apache Crash Near Salado, Texas
Two pilots were killed when a Fort Hood AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed into a field near Salado, Texas, around 1:35 p.m., sparking a wildfire. Responders secured the site and evacuations were in place; the helicopter did not strike structures or people, and the crash’s origin and destination are not yet known.
Jaguar previews the Type 01's minimalist, beige cabin
Jaguar shares a first look at the Type 01’s minimalist interior—a beige, spine-divided cabin with a slim center display and a ClearSight rear-view display—as the all-electric model moves toward its October reveal.