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Aurora Debuts First Driverless Trucking Service in US

Aurora Innovation has officially launched the first commercial driverless freight service in the United States, operating autonomous 18-wheelers betwe...

Rivian Stockpiled EV Batteries From Asia Before Trump Tariffs

Rivian Automotive has proactively built a reserve of electric vehicle batteries from Asian suppliers to mitigate the risks posed by potential tariffs ...

Farm Machinery’s Slump Lingers as Tariffs Add Risks

Farmers are currently hesitant to purchase new agricultural equipment, largely due to the economic uncertainty created by tariffs imposed during Presi...

Ports Post Cargo Growth in March, but Possible Slowdown Looms

In March, U.S. ports reported impressive container volume growth despite ongoing tariff uncertainties. The Port of Los Angeles processed over 778,000 ...

House Votes to Overturn California Ban on Gasoline Cars

Republicans are making progress in their efforts to repeal a federal waiver that would allow California to ban gasoline-powered cars by 2035. The U.S....

Trucking Stakeholders Amplify Cargo Theft Concerns

Freight industry representatives, including the American Trucking Associations (ATA) and other logistics and retail organizations, are advocating for ...

Lawmakers Revive Bipartisan Bill to Restore US Shipbuilding

U.S. lawmakers are pushing new legislation to rejuvenate American shipbuilding, driven by an executive order from former President Trump aimed at addr...

Two Charged in Murder of FBI Informant in Truck Scam

Two men from New Orleans, Sean Alfortish and Leon Parker, have been indicted for the murder of a cooperating FBI witness, Cornelius Garrison, connecte...

Ford to Hold Off on Price Increases to Assess Rivals' Actions

Ford Motor Co. will hold off on raising the prices of its vehicles while it assesses how rival automakers react to increased costs from tariffs impose...

Shipments From China Fall as Tariffs Loom

American businesses are reacting to President Trump's unpredictable trade policies by canceling orders from China and postponing expansion plans, anti...

Economy Shrinks 0.3% in Q1, the First Drop in Three Years

The U.S. economy experienced a contraction of 0.3% from January to March, marking the first decline in three years. This downturn was influenced signi...

Trump Signs Order Providing Relief From Auto Tariffs

President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order to mitigate the effects of his auto tariffs, responding to heavy lobbying from the automotiv...

Amazon Denies Tariff Label Plans After White House Criticism

Amazon clarified that it did not plan to display the cost of tariffs on products after a report suggested it would do so. The company stated that disc...

Motive Technologies Cleared in Patent Infringement Case

A federal jury in San Francisco found Motive Technologies Inc. not guilty of patent infringement claims brought by Omnitracs, which alleged that Motiv...

Replacement Truck Tire Prices to Rise in May Due to Tariffs

U.S. truck tire prices are expected to rise due to recent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, with several tire manufacturers announcing pric...

House Eyes New Vehicle Fees to Boost Highway Trust Fund

A subcommittee in the U.S. House of Representatives has been exploring funding options for the Highway Trust Fund, which is crucial for state infrastr...

Trump Signs Order on English-Language Rules for Truckers

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at reinforcing the federal requirement for English-language proficiency among commercial mo...

UPS Plans 20,000 Job Cuts This Year in Pullback From Amazon

UPS is planning significant workforce reductions, estimating about 20,000 job cuts, representing 4% of its employee base, as it restructures its opera...

Tariff 'Chaos' Drags Manufacturing Gauge to Worst Since 2020

Texas manufacturing activity has seen a significant decline, marking the lowest level since May 2020, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas....

Iowa’s Biodiesel Consumption Doubled Last Year

Iowa has seen a significant increase in biodiesel consumption, doubling despite ongoing uncertainties in federal regulations affecting the biofuel mar...

Trump’s Tariffs Set to Unleash Supply Chain Jolt on Economy

The recent escalation of tariffs imposed by the U.S. on China, increasing to 145%, has significantly impacted cargo shipments, potentially causing a d...

Auto Carrier Could Take $70 Million Hit From US Port Fees

Hoegh Autoliners ASA, a Norwegian car carrier, has revealed that proposed fees on foreign ships at U.S. ports could result in losses of up to $70 mill...

Low-Income Earners Face Sharpest Impact From Tariffs

President Trump's tariffs are projected to disproportionately impact low-income families, with an analysis indicating that they would effectively rais...

IMF Members See World at ‘Pivotal Juncture’ Amid Trade Wars

The International Monetary Fund's draft statement highlights the current global economic challenges, emphasizing rising trade tensions and their conse...

Energy Secretary Aims to Reassure Oil Bosses Amid Trade War

Energy Secretary Chris Wright addressed U.S. oil companies in Oklahoma, emphasizing that the current uncertainties surrounding tariffs tied to Preside...

Lawmaker Asks DOT to Reverse Obama-Era English Proficiency Memo

A federal lawmaker from Wyoming, Rep. Harriet Hageman, is urging the U.S. Department of Transportation to enforce stricter requirements on the English...

United Rentals May Benefit From Tariff Chaos

United Rentals Inc., a leading equipment rental provider based in Stamford, Connecticut, is poised to gain from the current uncertainties surrounding ...

Walmart Amps Up Discounts to Lure Cost-Conscious Customers

Walmart Inc. is intensifying its focus on discounts to stimulate demand and capture market share amid economic uncertainties. The retailer is implemen...

Bendix Offers Voluntary Job Reductions, Citing Tariffs

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has announced voluntary layoffs due to a significant slowdown in the trucking industry, compounded by economic press...

Trump Orders Truck Import Probe, Setting Stage for Tariffs

The Trump administration has initiated an investigation into the potential need for tariffs on medium- and heavy-duty trucks and their parts, signifyi...

UPS Bolsters Health Unit With $1.6 Billion Deal for Andlauer

UPS Inc. has reached an agreement to acquire Canada’s Andlauer Healthcare Group Inc. for $1.6 billion. This acquisition is part of UPS's strategy to e...

NHTSA Takes Initial Steps to Boost Self-Driving Vehicles

The Trump administration has initiated its first actions to dismantle perceived regulatory barriers for autonomous vehicles, as directed by advisers. ...

Arkansas Trucking Law Cracks Down on Fraudulent Foreign CDLs

Arkansas has enacted a law requiring foreign commercial truck drivers to have valid U.S. work authorization, possess authentic commercial driver licen...

Carney Says Canada Won’t Rush Trade Deal With Trump

Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasized that Canada is in a strong position in its negotiations with the U.S. under President Trump and does not require...

States Sue Trump Over Tariffs Imposed Without Congress

A group of twelve U.S. states has initiated a lawsuit against President Trump's tariffs, arguing that he unlawfully bypassed Congress by using an emer...

CVSA International Roadcheck Event Set for May 13-15

The International Roadcheck, organized by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), will take place from May 13-15, concentrating on driver recor...

Trump Hasn’t Offered Unilateral Tariff Cuts on China

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified that President Trump has not made a unilateral offer to reduce U.S. tariffs on China, suggesting that both ...

States Adopt Streamlined Medical Certification Rule Early

Wisconsin, Rhode Island, and Missouri are among the first states to implement a new online procedure to manage Medical Examiner’s Certification for co...

US-China Tariffs Hit Amazon, FedEx, UPS Distribution Links

President Trump's tariffs on Chinese imports are set to significantly impact Southern California's vital trade and logistics economy, which handles a ...

Trump Softens Tone on Tariffs, Says He Won’t Fire Powell

Wall Street is reacting positively to President Trump's recent comments indicating a softer approach towards trade and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Po...

Tesla Profit Falls 71%, Revenue Drops 9% in Q1

Elon Musk announced that he would be dedicating more time to Tesla after the company reported a significant profit decline of 71%, bringing quarterly ...

Trump Floats ‘Substantial’ China Tariff Cuts in Trade Deal

President Trump indicated a potential shift in U.S.-China trade relations, expressing a willingness to be “very nice” during upcoming negotiations and...

Logistics and Shipping Players Are Doubling Down on Mexico

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) is making significant investments in Mexico despite the ongoing uncertainty associated with U.S. tariffs on import...

Diesel Price Falls 4.5¢ to $3.534 a Gallon

The national average diesel price experienced a decline of 4.5 cents, settling at $3.534 per gallon, marking the second consecutive decrease after a p...

Mexico’s Sheinbaum Says There’s No Deal on Trump Tariffs

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that there is currently no agreement with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the lifting of tariffs, wh...

Uber One Subscription Billing Practices Spark FTC Lawsuit

Uber Technologies Inc. is facing a lawsuit from the Federal Trade Commission, which accuses the company of harmful practices related to consumer billi...

Heidelberg Materials to Build Distribution Terminal in S.C.

Heidelberg Materials North America is set to invest $7.3 million in an aggregates distribution terminal in South Carolina's Lowcountry region, specifi...

Trump Gives NYC ‘One Last Chance’ to End Congestion Pricing

The Trump administration has threatened to stop future federal approvals and funding for transportation projects in Manhattan unless New York City's c...

Trump DOT Repeals ‘Woke’ Emissions Performance Metrics

The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced the repeal of a rule from the Federal Highway Administration that required states to establish gre...

Canadian Carriers Cut Head Count Due to Tariff War

The introduction of new tariffs by the Trump administration has led to significant layoffs in the Canadian trucking industry, with an estimated 8% of ...

China Warns Countries on Trade Deals With US

China has issued a warning to countries like Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea not to pursue trade agreements with the United States that could harm Chin...

Tariffs Prompt Ford to Adjust Shipments to China

Ford Motor Co. has ceased shipments of certain models to China, including F-150 Raptor pickups, Mustangs, and Bronco SUVs, due to retaliatory tariffs ...

DHL Partially Suspends US Parcel Deliveries

DHL has announced that it will temporarily halt the delivery of parcels valued over $800 to private individuals in North America, effective immediatel...

Waymo Wants to Expand Robotaxi Service South of San Francisco

Waymo is seeking to broaden its autonomous taxi service in the South Bay area of San Francisco, particularly aiming to provide paid robotaxi rides thr...

Norfolk Southern, Chemical Maker Hash Out Who Pays Residents

Norfolk Southern has reached a financial agreement with OxyVinyls regarding their respective contributions to a $600 million class-action settlement l...

Massachusetts, Maryland Tap Brakes on Clean Trucks Enforcement

Maryland and Massachusetts have decided to temporarily suspend enforcement of their heavy truck emissions regulations based on California standards. T...

Mazda to Pause US Production of CX-50 Cars Set for Canada

Mazda Motor Corp. has announced it will temporarily suspend exports of the CX-50 SUV to Canada due to the imposition of a 25% tariff on imported vehic...

Trump Moves Closer to Port Fee on Chinese Vessels

The Trump administration is instituting new docking fees for Chinese-built and owned vessels entering U.S. ports, a move that could significantly alte...

VW CEO Floats US Audi Production to Skirt Tariffs

Volkswagen AG is considering producing some Audi vehicles in the United States to avoid potential tariffs from the Trump administration. CEO Oliver Bl...

Trump Administration Terminates Drug Testing Advisory Board

The Trump administration has disbanded the Drug Testing Advisory Board (DTAB), which had been instrumental for over 30 years in overseeing federal dru...

Mack Trucks to Lay Off Hundreds at Lehigh Valley Plant

Mack Trucks has announced plans to lay off between 250 to 350 employees at its Lehigh Valley Operations plant in Pennsylvania over the next three mont...

US, Japan to Conduct Second Round of Trade Talks

President Trump acknowledged significant progress in trade negotiations with Japan regarding tariffs, although immediate relief from the levies wasn't...

Ford to Raise Car Prices This Summer Unless Tariffs Ease

Ford Motor Co. is poised to increase vehicle prices starting next month unless President Donald Trump provides significant tariff relief for automaker...

DOT Advances $150 Million Grant for Port of Entry

The U.S. Department of Transportation is moving forward with a $150 million grant for the construction of a road and port facility at the San Diego-Ba...

Retail Sales Increase 1.4% in March Ahead of Tariffs

In March, U.S. retail sales increased by 1.4%, driven especially by significant purchases of cars and other big-ticket items, as consumers rushed to a...

Trump Says He’s in ‘No Rush’ to End Tariffs

President Trump, during a meeting with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni, expressed that his administration is not hurried to finalize trade deals. He no...

WTO Slashes Global Trade Outlook on Trump Tariff Disruptions

The World Trade Organization has revised its forecast for global merchandise trade, predicting a decline of 0.2% in 2025 due to rising U.S. tariffs an...

Trump Trade War Sparks Run on US Warehouses

U.S. importers are increasingly turning to customs bonded warehouses to avoid tariffs imposed during the Trump administration, especially as uncertain...

Trump Looks to Boost Use of Technology to Speed Up Permitting

President Donald Trump signed a directive on April 15 that aims to enhance the use of technology in the permitting process for infrastructure projects...

Governors, Senators Ask EPA to Back Biofuel Industry

Four governors and U.S. senators from ten states have urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin to support the American...

California to Sue to Stop Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs

California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced plans to file a lawsuit against President Donald Trump, challenging the legality of his tariffs on impo...

Massachusetts, Maryland Tap Brake on Clean Trucks Enforcement

Maryland and Massachusetts have decided to temporarily delay enforcing their adoption of California's heavy truck emissions regulations due to challen...

Diesel Price Drops 6¢ to $3.579 a Gallon

The national average price of diesel fuel has decreased by 6 cents to $3.579 per gallon as reported by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Thi...

Mississippi to Hike Motor Fuel Taxes for First Time in 38 Years

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has signed legislation to introduce annual increases in gas and diesel excise taxes, beginning on July 1. This move i...

Trump’s China Ship Fees Set to Hit Global Shipping Giants

Donald Trump has proposed imposing hefty fees on Chinese-operated or Chinese-built ships entering U.S. ports, aiming to bolster the domestic shipbuild...

Trucking Leaders Warn of Lax Oversight in CDL Training

Leaders from the Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) and the National Association of Publicly Funded Truck Driving Schools are raising alar...

Mexico Halts Fuel Imports at Texas Border as Inspections Rise

Fuel shipments from Texas to Mexico have come to a standstill due to the Mexican government's intensified scrutiny of fuel imports for tax compliance....

Policymakers in Congress Introduce Cargo Theft Bill

Legislation aimed at addressing the growing issue of cargo theft was introduced in Congress under the bipartisan Combating Organized Retail Crime Act....

Nvidia Plans to Manufacture AI Chips in US for First Time

Nvidia has announced plans to manufacture its AI supercomputers in the United States, marking a significant step in U.S. tech production. The company ...

Wisconsin Adds I-41 Weigh Station to State Patrol HQ

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is relocating the I-41 weigh station in Wrightstown as part of a new regional State Patrol headquarters, a ...

Tariff Exemptions on Electronics Could Be Temporary

The Trump administration is temporarily exempting certain electronics from tariffs, but U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick emphasized that this ex...

Trump’s Tariff Rationale Challenged in Suit by Small Firms

Several small businesses in the U.S. have filed a lawsuit against former President Donald Trump regarding his tariffs imposed under the label of "Libe...

Trump Floats Exceptions for Auto Parts Facing 25% US Tariffs

President Trump has announced that he is considering allowing exemptions from his tariffs on imported vehicles and parts. This move aims to provide au...

Trump Announces Chips, Drug Probes, Opening Door to Tariffs

The Trump administration is moving forward with proposed tariffs on semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports, citing national security concerns. This ...

Top 100 3PLs Face Slow Growth, Trade Uncertainty

The North American third-party logistics (3PL) industry is facing a slow recovery in the freight market, compounded by uncertainties regarding interna...

Texas Is Becoming the Epicenter of US Battery Expansion

Texas is experiencing rapid growth in battery storage technology, marking a notable shift from its traditional oil and gas focus. In 2023, the state i...

Mexico Aims to Raise Auto Tariff Exemptions

Mexico aims to increase the percentage of auto content produced domestically to qualify for U.S. origin status, as part of a strategy to mitigate the ...

Lucid to Take Over Nikola’s Arizona Electric Truck Plant

Lucid Group Inc. has announced its plans to acquire the headquarters and electric truck manufacturing facility of Nikola Corp., a company that recentl...

Port of L.A. Prepares for Downturn in Trade Activity

Imports at the Port of Los Angeles, the busiest U.S. port, are expected to decline beginning in May, with predictions of a significant drop of at leas...

GSA Nixes 32 Federal EV Charging Projects Worth $23 Million

The General Services Administration (GSA) has canceled 32 electric vehicle (EV) charging projects, totaling $23 million, shifting its focus to only mi...

US Nets $8.66 Billion in Tariffs on China, Mexico, Canada

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reported collecting $8.66 billion from tariffs implemented during the Trump administration, which has been charact...

Trucking Groups Voice Support for Staged Accident Bill

Two trucking associations have shown support for the Staged Accident Fraud Prevention Act, proposed by Representatives Mike Collins and Brandon Gill, ...

Tariff Threats Cause Surge, Uncertainty for Border Trucking

Trucking companies along the southern U.S. border experienced heightened freight volumes and uncertainty due to impending tariffs announced by Preside...

EU Pauses Tariff Retaliation for 90 Days to Match Trump Move

The European Union (EU) announced a 90-day suspension of its planned retaliatory tariffs on $23 billion of U.S. goods in response to President Trump's...

Truck Prices to Rise as Early as May Due to Tariffs

Truck manufacturers like Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks plan to increase prices of new Class 8 tractors starting in May due to a 25% tarif...

ATRI Study Looks at Ways to Expand Public Truck Parking

The American Transportation Research Institute, in collaboration with the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, has high...

ATA Urges Duffy to Focus on Training, Language, ‘Cabotage’

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has reached out to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, highlighting critical issues impacting the nation's s...

Ohio Truckers Land Wins in $11 Billion Transportation Budget

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine recently signed a two-year, $11 billion transportation budget aimed at enhancing the state's transportation infrastructure, ...

US Exits Talks on Carbon Cutting Goal for Ships

The United States has opted out of international discussions focused on reducing carbon emissions from shipping and has threatened to impose retaliato...

EU Adopts Tariffs on $23 Billion of US Goods in Metals Fight

The European Union has approved tariffs on approximately €21 billion ($23.2 billion) worth of U.S. goods in response to President Trump's recent 25% t...

US-China Trade War Intensifies With No End in Sight

The ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China have escalated significantly over the past year, with President Trump's administration imposing ...

Trump Pauses Tariffs on Most Nations for 90 Days

President Trump announced a significant shift in his tariff policy amid rising global economic pressures. He decided to pause tariffs on most countrie...

House Unveils Bathroom Access Bill for Truck Drivers

A new bill called the Trucker Bathroom Access Act aims to ensure that truck drivers have access to restrooms along their routes. Introduced in the U.S...

US Vows to Shield Panama Canal From China Threat

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently emphasized the security of the Panama Canal, expressing concerns regarding potential threats from Chin...

Keystone Oil Pipeline Is Shut After a Spill in North Dakota

The Keystone oil pipeline operated by South Bow Corp. has been shut down following a spill discovered in southeast North Dakota. The spill, reported a...

Panama Auditor Says Port Operator Owes Millions

Panama's Comptroller General Anel Flores has accused CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd., the operator of Panama Ports Co., of various irregularities, providin...

Trump Schedules Tariff Talks but Plans 104% Hit on China

President Trump was actively pursuing trade negotiations with key allies just before the implementation of significant tariffs on various countries, w...

Pioneer Marks New Era for Mack in Long Haul

Mack Trucks recently introduced its new Class 8 vehicle, the Mack Pioneer, which is designed to be the most aerodynamic and driver-centric truck in th...

US Hits Canada Lumber With 34% Duties Even Before Tariffs

The U.S. is expected to increase duties on Canadian softwood lumber from the current 14.4% to 34.45%, adding to already rising materials costs for Ame...

Thune Doubts Future of Tariff Oversight Bill

Senate Republican leader John Thune has expressed skepticism about a bipartisan bill co-sponsored by Senator Chuck Grassley which aims to provide Cong...

Ocean Shipping Industry Optimistic Going Into IMO Meeting

Governments from around the globe are convening in London to negotiate a global carbon charge for the shipping industry. The aim is to establish regul...

Trump Team Gives New York 30 Days to End Congestion Tolls

The Trump administration is pressing New York to discontinue its congestion pricing program, issuing a 30-day ultimatum for compliance. Despite the de...

EU Unites Behind Tough Line on Trump Trade Tariffs

European Union trade ministers are prepared to adopt a range of countermeasures, including potential taxes on digital companies, in reaction to Presid...

Iowa Law Aims to Strengthen Trucking Independent Contractors

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a law that reinforces the independent contractor model for the trucking industry in the state. This legislation,...

Xi Declares China Ready to Fight Trump’s Trade Tariffs

China has adopted a firm stance in response to the escalating trade tensions with the United States, particularly following the recent announcement of...

DOT Seeks Input on Cutting Transportation Regulations

The Department of Transportation is soliciting feedback from truckers, trade organizations, and small businesses to identify existing regulations that...

Carmakers Freeze Prices, Offer Discounts

Stellantis NV is introducing employee-level pricing discounts across its vehicle brands, including Ram, Dodge, and Chrysler, as a response to concerns...

US Added a Surprising 228,000 Jobs in March

In March, U.S. employers reported an unexpected addition of 228,000 jobs, reflecting a resilient labor market despite ongoing challenges such as trade...

Brookfield to Buy Colonial Pipeline Owner in $9 Billion Deal

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP and its affiliates are set to purchase Colonial Enterprises Inc., the operator of the largest fuel pipeline in t...

Nissan Halts US Orders for SUVs Built in Mexico

Nissan Motor Co. has decided to halt sales of its Mexican-built Infiniti SUVs, the QX50 and QX55, in the U.S. market due to President Trump's new 25% ...

Duffy Signs Unfinished Grant to Replace Rhode Island Span

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy recently confirmed a federal grant of $220.9 million awarded to Rhode Island for the replacement of the Washington...

USDA Releases $537M for Biofuel Infrastructure Projects

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced the allocation of nearly $260 million in new biofuel funding, part of a larger $537 million grant pro...

China Hits Back With 34% Tariff on Imports of All US Goods

China has announced a significant 34% tariff on all imports of U.S. products, which comes in response to similar tariffs imposed by the U.S. on Chines...

Newsom Says California to Seek Tariff Exemptions From Allies

Governor Gavin Newsom is advocating for exemptions from retaliatory tariffs on California-made products and aims to strengthen trade relationships wit...

Federal Funding Cuts Set to Slow Spread of EV Chargers

Federal funding cuts by the Trump administration are expected to significantly hinder the growth of electric vehicle (EV) charging station installatio...

OPEC+ Deepens Oil Price Slump by Accelerating Supply Hike

OPEC+ has decided to increase oil supply by 411,000 barrels per day in May, which is more than initially planned. This decision comes in response to v...

Maersk Buys Panama Canal Railway Despite Trump Threat

Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S has acquired the Panama Canal Railway Co., a key rail line that connects ports at both ends of the Panama...

Sweeping Trump Tariffs Draw Dismay Around the Globe

The recent announcement of extensive tariffs ranging from 10% to 49% by U.S. President Trump has sparked significant concern among global leaders and ...

Canada Hits US Autos With Tariffs, Mirroring Trump’s Move

Canada has announced a retaliatory 25% tariff on U.S.-made vehicles that do not comply with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). This move is a r...

Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Truck Driver Who Used CBD Oil

The U.S. Supreme Court issued a 5-4 ruling in favor of truck driver Douglas Horn, who lost his job after testing positive for THC due to his use of a ...

Risky ‘Reciprocal’ Tariffs Could Reshape Economy

President Trump has announced a new set of reciprocal tariffs, referred to as "Liberation Day," aimed at boosting U.S. manufacturing and addressing pe...

CEO: Federal Funding Cuts Set to Slow Spread of EV Chargers

The suspension of federal funding for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the U.S. is expected to significantly impact the growth of their inst...

Community Colleges in Four States Enhance CDL Training

Various states are launching initiatives to alleviate the shortage of truck drivers, focusing on expanding Commercial Driver License (CDL) training an...

NHTSA Denies Side Underride Guard Petition From Nonprofit

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has rejected a petition from the Institute for Safer Trucking that sought to initiate an investigat...

Trump Announces New Tariffs to Promote US Manufacturing

President Donald Trump has announced a new series of tariffs aimed at boosting U.S. manufacturing through reciprocal tariffs, starting at a baseline o...

Tokyo Gas Purchases Chevron’s Texas Gas Assets

Tokyo Gas Co. and Castleton Commodities International's TG Natural Resources has acquired a 70% stake in Chevron U.S.A. Inc.'s East Texas gas assets f...

Lutnick Fields Rival US Steel Bids by Nippon Steel, Activist

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is actively engaging in discussions regarding the future of United States Steel Corp, meeting with both Nippon ...

Trump Says He’ll Weaken GHG Standards for Cars, Light Trucks

President Trump has announced intentions to reinstate weaker automobile emissions standards, claiming that the more stringent rules established by Pre...

Carmakers Race to Persuade Trump to Temper Tariffs

U.S. automakers including Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis are urgently lobbying the Trump administration to exempt specific low-cost car parts fr...

April 2 Tariffs to Take Immediate Effect, White House Says

President Trump is set to announce a series of tariffs on global trading partners, effective immediately, during an event in the White House Rose Gard...

GM, Hyundai Sales Rise as Trump Tariff Fears Spur Car Buying

Automakers like General Motors and Hyundai experienced a significant boost in U.S. auto sales, with GM reporting a 17% increase in deliveries for the ...

House Pursues Repeal of Federal Excise Tax

Recent legislation introduced in the U.S. House aims to repeal a 12% federal excise tax on new heavy-duty trucks, tractors, and trailers. The bill, du...

Perspective: The Split Personalities of Musk and Tesla

Tesla CEO Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump both advocate for reducing government involvement in the electric vehicle (EV) market through th...

Diesel Price Rises 2.5¢ to $3.592 a Gallon

The national average price of diesel increased by 2.5 cents to reach $3.592 per gallon, marking a total increase of 4.3 cents over two consecutive wee...

Trump to Unveil ‘Country-Based’ Tariffs April 2

President Trump is set to announce a new tariff initiative on April 2, aimed at addressing what his administration deems unfair trade practices. Key e...

Trump, Carney Talk, Plan Meeting After Canada’s Election

President Trump recently communicated with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, indicating a willingness to meet after Canada's upcoming national elec...

Mexico Seeks ‘Preferential Treatment’ From Trump on Tariffs

In response to U.S. President Trump's announcement of a 25% auto tariff set to take effect on April 3, Mexico aims to negotiate preferential treatment...

Walmart Invests $6 Billion in Mexico Even as Economy Slows

Walmart de Mexico SAB (Walmex) is set to invest $6 billion in its operations within Mexico this year, aimed at expanding its network of stores and enh...

Economist: Tariffs Risk ‘Irreparable Damage’ to US Carmakers

Arthur Laffer, a prominent economist, cautions that President Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on auto imports could significantly increase vehicle costs ...

Truck Makers Keep Options Open on EPA Emissions Regulations

Class 8 truck manufacturers are currently prepared to comply with anticipated emissions regulations but are also remaining adaptable to any potential ...

Daimler Truck Plans AI-Powered Military Vehicle

Daimler Truck Holding has announced a collaboration with ARX Robotics to integrate artificial intelligence and robotics into its military vehicles, sp...

Nikola Founder Trevor Milton Receives Full Pardon From Trump

Trevor Milton, the former CEO of Nikola Corp., received a presidential pardon from Donald Trump, erasing his 2022 conviction for securities fraud. Mil...

Trade War Threatens Oil Demand, IEA Says

The International Energy Agency reported that global oil demand is being pressured by a growing trade war and an increase in output from OPEC+, leadin...

Consumer Sentiment Drops, Price Expectations Soar on Tariffs

U.S. consumer sentiment has reached its lowest point in over two years, as recorded by a recent University of Michigan survey, which reported a prelim...

Greer: Trump’s Trade Agenda Focusing on More US Production

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer presented a new trade policy brief to Congress, aligning with President Trump’s “America First” agenda to pri...

Steel Buyers Enter Tariff Era as Truck Freight Is Halted

An ocean freighter from India arrived at Tampa Bay on March 11, bearing hundreds of tons of aluminum meant for U.S. destinations, but was ordered to u...

Trump Set to Meet Oil Titans on Energy Production

President Trump is scheduled to meet with leading oil executives next week to discuss plans to enhance domestic energy production despite concerns in ...

Canadian Crude Wins Reprieve From Trump’s Tariffs

President Trump's decision to delay tariffs on certain imports from Canada and Mexico, particularly crude oil, has provided temporary relief to the oi...

FMCSA Appoints Acting Administrator Adrienne Camire

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has appointed Adrienne Camire as its acting administrator. Camire, who has previous experience...

Canada Won’t Scrap Tariffs Unless All US Levies Are Lifted

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government is firmly against the notion of lifting retaliatory tariffs in Canada if the U.S. maintains any of its own ...

US Trade Deficit Surges to a Record Ahead of Trump Tariffs

In January, the U.S. experienced its largest trade deficit on record, expanding by 34% to reach $131.4 billion as businesses rushed to import goods be...

Tesla Erases $700 Billion ‘Trump Bump’

On March 7, Tesla's stock experienced a significant decline of 4.6%, indicating a reversal from the rapid gains it saw after the November elections at...

Trump Again Delays Tariffs on Mexico, Canada for a Month

President Trump has announced the postponement of 25% tariffs on various imports from Mexico and some from Canada, pushing their implementation back b...

Colleges, OEMs Team Up for Hydrogen ICE Push

The Hydrogen Engine Alliance of North America (H2EA-NA) has been established by the University of California, Riverside, and the University of Michiga...

Trump Says He May Hit Canada With Dairy, Lumber Tariffs Soon

President Trump announced the potential imposition of reciprocal tariffs on Canadian lumber and dairy products starting on March 7, accusing Canada of...

Florida Officials Celebrate Ice Cream Hub Groundbreaking

Florida officials recently celebrated the groundbreaking of an $8 million ice cream distribution hub in Milton, close to Interstate 10. This collabora...

Nippon Steel Sticks With US Steel Takeover, Not Investment

Nippon Steel Corporation remains committed to its proposed $14.1 billion acquisition of United States Steel Corporation, despite recent comments from ...

Trump Directs Government to Consider Tariffs on Copper

President Trump has called for the administration to explore tariffs on copper imports, emphasizing a strategy to counter China's development of its c...

Lawmakers Take Aim at Permitting Process

Congress recently introduced the Full Responsibility and Expedited Enforcement (FREE) Act, aiming to expedite the federal permitting process for trans...

Fleets With EV Trucks Fear Setback Under Trump Threats

Rudy Diaz, owner of Hight Logistics, started incorporating electric heavy-duty trucks into his fleet two years ago, aiming to lead the transition towa...

Amazon Warehouse Workers Reject Union Bid in North Carolina

Workers at an Amazon warehouse in Garner, North Carolina, have decisively voted against union representation, with approximately 75% opposing unioniza...

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy Plans Exit

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has initiated the process for his succession, indicating his planned departure after nearly five years in the role, whi...

Diesel Price Bumps Up 1.2¢ to $3.677 a Gallon

The national average price of diesel fuel has risen slightly to $3.677 per gallon, marking a 1.2-cent increase as reported by the U.S. Energy Informat...

EPA Takes First Step to Block CARB Clean Trucks Rule

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has initiated steps to revoke the California emissions waivers granted under the Biden administration for th...

North Carolina Welcomes $85M Logistics Warehouse on I-95

Cold-Link Logistics, a Florida-based company, has announced plans to invest $85.5 million in a cold storage warehouse in Robeson County, North Carolin...

Trucking Industry Urges FMCSA to End Label Rule

Fleet managers have been grappling with the issues surrounding trailer rear-impact guard certification labels, which, while small, can significantly i...

Trump Says He Will Announce 25% Steel, Aluminum Tariffs

President Trump announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports to the United States, including from neighboring countries li...

Inflation Fears Grow With Tariff Uncertainty Looming

In January, U.S. consumers exhibited a slight increase in long-term inflation expectations, reaching 3%, the highest level noted since May 2024, accor...

A Timeline of US-China Retaliatory Tariffs

The ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China have re-emerged with the introduction of new tariffs. Following President Trump's annou...

Designs Unveiled for Replacement of Baltimore's Key Bridge

Maryland officials have announced the design for a replacement bridge for the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, which collapsed last year due to ...

Two Tort Reform Bills in Georgia Could Curb Nuclear Verdicts

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has introduced two significant tort reform bills aimed at overhauling the state’s legal system, particularly in relation t...

Honda-Nissan Deal Thrown Into Doubt

Honda and Nissan are reconsidering their recently established agreement to explore a merger, as difficulties in reaching an agreement on valuation hav...

Quebec Says It’s Open to LNG, Oil Projects After Trump Threats

Quebec's government has previously opposed significant oil and gas pipeline projects, including TC Energy Corp.'s Energy East pipeline and a liquefied...

US Postal Service Resumes Accepting Packages From China

The U.S. Postal Service announced on February 5 that it is now accepting all international mail and packages from China and Hong Kong, reversing a pre...

Manufacturers Scramble Under Trump’s Looming Tariffs

President Donald Trump's recent threat of tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China has caused significant uncertainty and disruption in global trade, part...

Tariff Impact Threatens Critical Trucking Sectors

The transportation sector is preparing for potential significant tariffs that could be imposed by the Trump administration on imports from Mexico, Can...

Duffy Reaffirms DOT’s Safety Focus Amid Air, Rail Concerns

Transport Secretary Sean Duffy reaffirmed the Department of Transportation's commitment to safety in light of recent aviation and rail accidents, incl...

State Trucking Groups Tout CARB Retreat, Continue Fight

State trucking associations celebrated the decision by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to halt its Advanced Clean Fleets rule, which would h...

Trump’s Agriculture Pick Says She'll Honor All Fuel Sources

Brooke Rollins, President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Agriculture, previously led a think tank that opposed corn-based ethanol, a key component o...

Trump Urges Lower Oil Prices, Interest Rate Cuts at Davos

During a recent address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, President Donald Trump outlined his economic agenda and foreign policy goals for his upc...

Dali Ship That Hit Baltimore’s Key Bridge Back at Sea

The Dali containership has returned to service after undergoing extensive repairs following its collision with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, w...

ATA Chairman Dellinger Presses Truck Excise Tax Repeal

During a recent hearing, American Trucking Associations Chairman Dennis Dellinger urged lawmakers to repeal a 12% excise tax on new trucks, a remnant ...

Trump Takes Aim at EV Policies With New Energy Order

President Trump signed an executive order titled "Unleashing American Energy," which aims to reverse initiatives implemented during the Biden administ...

New Jersey's Murphy Asks Trump to Review Congestion Pricing

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has reached out to President Donald Trump, calling on him to support efforts against New York City's congestion pricin...

Burning Teslas in L.A. Add to Toxic Mix Hindering Cleanup

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have led to significant devastation, including at least 27 casualties and the destruction of thousands of homes. A...

FTC Accuses PepsiCo of Price Discrimination Favoring Walmart

The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against PepsiCo, claiming that the company engaged in illegal price discrimination by providing prefe...

VTNA, Mack Retain Oregon Diesel Truck Sales Restrictions

Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks have imposed restrictions on diesel truck sales in Oregon to comply with state regulations that mandate a p...

Biden Makes Last-Minute Bid to Slow Arctic Oil Drilling

The Biden administration has proposed significant restrictions on oil drilling and infrastructure within Alaska's National Petroleum Reserve (NPR-A), ...

FMCSA Retains Fleets' 50% Random Drug Testing Rate in 2025

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced that in 2025, motor carriers will be required to conduct random drug testing for 50% of ...

EU, Mexico Seal Trade Deal as Trump Threatens Tariffs

The European Union and Mexico have reached an updated free-trade agreement in response to pressures from President-elect Donald Trump, who has indicat...

Fire Erupts at Lithium Battery Plant in California

A significant fire broke out on January 16 at the Moss Landing Power Plant in Northern California, one of the world's largest battery storage faciliti...

New Ohio Towing Fairness Law Takes Effect in April

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed a law aimed at resolving disputes regarding towing costs for commercial vehicles, effective April 9. This legisla...

Canada Plots Tariff Retaliation if Trump Starts Trade War

Canada is preparing extensive tariffs against U.S. goods in response to President-elect Donald Trump's threats of implementing a 25% levy on Canadian ...

Winter Storm Prompts States of Emergency Across South

A severe winter storm hit Texas and Oklahoma on January 10, affecting many southern U.S. states. Heavy snowfall and icy conditions led governors to de...

US Blocks Tax Credit for Foreign Biofuel Supplies

The U.S. government is taking steps to limit imports of used cooking oil (UCO) that are used to produce biofuels. Recently issued guidance from the U....

Biden Expands Russia Sanctions in Final Days in Office

The Biden administration has announced extensive sanctions targeting Russia's oil and liquefied natural gas sectors, emphasizing their critical role i...

Future of Transportation Caucus Highlights IIJA

Three senior House Democrats are urging the Biden administration to ensure the protection of funding commitments established under the bipartisan infr...

DTNA Halts New Diesel Truck Sales in Oregon

In Oregon, the implementation of stringent emissions reduction laws modeled after California's Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule has significantly impa...

Trucking Costs Could Rise $93M Per Year During Bridge Repair

The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March is projected to impose significant operational costs on the Mid-Atlantic trucking industry, amou...

Taiwan’s Trade Surplus With US Jumps to Record

In 2024, Taiwan experienced a record-high trade surplus with the U.S., reaching $64.9 billion, a substantial increase of 83.5% from the previous year....

US Greenhouse Gas Emissions Dip in 2024

U.S. greenhouse gas emissions have experienced a decline for the second consecutive year, despite ongoing economic growth, with a reported decrease of...

Darren Schulte Named Interim CEO of Natso

Darren Boyd Schulte has been appointed as the interim CEO of Natso, stepping in as the organization prepares for the transition following Lisa Mulling...

Dockworkers Reach Tentative Agreement With Ports, Shippers

U.S. longshoremen have successfully negotiated a tentative six-year contract with the U.S. Maritime Alliance, avoiding a potential strike that threate...

Biden’s Policy Blitz Spurs Trump’s Day-One Reversal Pledge

In his final weeks, President Biden has focused on strengthening his policy initiatives against potential reversals by Donald Trump, who is set to tak...

Nippon Steel Offers Biden Veto Power to Win US Steel Deal

Nippon Steel Corp. has proposed a significant condition to address U.S. regulatory concerns regarding its $14.1 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel Corp...

Biden Blocks $14.1 Billion US Steel Sale to Nippon Steel

President Biden blocked the proposed $14.1 billion acquisition of United States Steel Corp. by Nippon Steel Corp., a decision that follows a review by...

Biden Eases Rules for Hydrogen Tax Credits

The Biden administration has revised tax credit regulations for hydrogen production, responding to industry concerns that existing rules hinder domest...

Stellantis, VW Shares Fall After US Tax Credit Cuts

Stellantis NV and Volkswagen AG recently saw their shares decline as several of their plug-in electric vehicles became ineligible for U.S. tax credits...

Biden Expected to Permanently Ban Some Offshore Drilling

President Joe Biden is preparing to enact a permanent ban on new offshore oil and gas development in specific U.S. coastal waters through an executive...

New IANA CEO Anne Reinke Aims to Lift Intermodal

Anne Reinke, the new CEO of the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), has taken a strategic approach to her leadership transition by focusin...

In 2025, Will Trump Administration Be a Friend of Trucking?

American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear recently met with former President Donald Trump to discuss potential changes in the trucking indu...

Louisiana Republican Mike Johnson Re-Elected House Speaker

Mike Johnson was re-elected as House Speaker on January 3, overcoming resistance from certain hard-right Republicans in a tense roll call that signifi...

Inflation Slows, Boosting Hopes for Deeper Rate Cuts in 2025

The core personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, a key measure of inflation used by the Federal Reserve, showed a modest increase of 0.1%...

House Passes Spending Plan Hours Before Shutdown Deadline

The House approved a spending bill on December 20 to keep the government running until March 14, provide disaster relief, and offer significant financ...

NHTSA Issues Final Rule Authorizing Whistleblowers

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has implemented a final rule allowing the Secretary of Transportation to provide monetary r...

FMCSA Panel Calls for Solutions to Truck Parking Crisis

A Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration advisory committee recently convened to assess best practices for improving safe parking options for tru...

Trump Faces Setback as House Nixes Spending Plan

The Republican-controlled House has rejected a temporary funding bill supported by President-elect Donald Trump, risking a government shutdown just be...

Biden’s Climate Goal Seeks 60% Emissions Cut by 2035

President Biden has announced a new goal to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by 61-66% by 2035, a significant increase over earlier plans to cut e...

Trucking Grapples With Economy, Lawsuits, EV Rules in 2024

In 2024, the trucking industry saw a mix of developments and ongoing challenges as construction projects funded by a significant portion of the 2021 b...

Court to Rule on TuSimple Governance, Cash Pile Fate in Q1

A Delaware court will determine the future of approximately $450 million in cash and the control of voting rights at TuSimple, the autonomous trucking...

Toll Rates to Rise in Several States in 2025

Starting in January, various states including Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York will experience toll rate increases ranging from ...

House OKs Water Infrastructure Bill, Teeing Up Senate Vote

The Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 has passed the House with strong bipartisan support, aiming to enhance the nation’s water...

Congress Readies Final Business of 2024

Senate Democrats are pushing for a disaster relief package that amounts to nearly $100 billion. With only weeks left in the legislative calendar, Majo...

Agriculture Industry Talks With Trump Team on Immigration

The United States agriculture sector is actively engaging with Donald Trump’s transition team to address concerns about his proposed policies, particu...

Canada Orders Postal Workers Back to Job

The Canadian government has requested the Canada Industrial Relations Board to intervene in the ongoing strike by 55,000 Canada Post workers, a situat...

Trump Supports Dockworkers Union on Automated Systems

President-elect Donald Trump has expressed his support for dockworkers as they approach contract negotiations with the U.S. Maritime Alliance, indicat...

Supreme Court to Review California Auto Emissions Case

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to review a case related to California's vehicle pollution standards, specifically whether biofuel producers, such as Va...

EPA Hails 'Revitalized' Enforcement Efforts Under Biden

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported significant achievements in enforcement efforts for 2023, marking a substantial increase in both ci...

House and Senate Finalize Water Infrastructure Package

Transportation policymakers on Capitol Hill have finalized the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) 2024, a significant legislative package aimed at...

Canada Trade Surplus With US Narrows as Tariff Fight Looms

Canada's trade dynamics with the U.S. are under scrutiny as President-elect Donald Trump threatens significant tariffs. Recent reports from Statistics...

US Agencies Issue Guide to Thwart Cyber Threats From China

Three federal agencies, including the FBI, CISA, and NSA, have released a comprehensive guide aimed at helping telecommunications companies safeguard ...

FMCSA Adds Four Crash Types to Non-Preventable List

Federal trucking regulators have expanded the list of non-preventable crash types included in the Crash Preventability Determination Program, adding f...

US Added a Strong 227,000 Jobs in November

The U.S. job market showed a solid recovery in November, adding 227,000 jobs, a significant improvement from October's modest gain of 36,000. The unem...

Shutdown Looms as Congress Debates Transportation Funding

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has urged his colleagues to finalize fiscal 2025 funding bills for various federal departments, including the Dep...

Postal Service Head Says Aging Trucks Need Upgrades

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy emphasized the urgent need to replace the aging fleet of mail trucks within the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), stating he ...

Federal Reserve Officials Signal Cautious Path for Rate Cuts

Federal Reserve officials are currently cautious about reducing interest rates too quickly due to persistent inflation concerns. At their recent meeti...

Stellantis Might Shutter UK Van Plant Over EV Rules

Stellantis NV has announced plans to close its van manufacturing facility in Luton, England, citing concerns over the U.K.'s stringent zero-emission v...

Mexico Warns Against ‘Inflationary’ US Tariff Plan

Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada could lead to significant job losses in the U.S., estimated at up to 400,000, al...

Goldman Warns of Consequences From Canada Tariff Plan

Goldman Sachs has warned that President-elect Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on all imported goods from Canada could significantly affect U.S. co...

Newsom, Musk Clash Over California EV Incentive Plan

Elon Musk and California Governor Gavin Newsom are currently navigating a contentious relationship amid broader political shifts. Newsom is taking a s...

Capitol Christmas Tree Arrives in Washington From Alaska

A towering Sitka spruce tree, sourced from Alaska's Tongass National Forest, has successfully completed a 4,293-mile journey to Washington, D.C., led ...

Trump’s Trade Pick Pushes Strategic Decoupling From China

Jamieson Greer, nominated as the U.S. trade representative by President-elect Donald Trump, views China as a significant long-term challenge and advoc...

Senate Approves TSA Clearance Bill for Truckers

The U.S. Senate has approved the bipartisan Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act, introduced by Sen. Roger Wicker, to streamline the ap...

N.J. Gov: ‘Money Coming Back Our Way’ Key to NYC Toll Deal

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has voiced strong opposition to New York City's congestion pricing plan, which has recently received federal approval ...

UPS Settles With SEC Over Freight Business Valuation

UPS has settled with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for $45 million due to accusations of incorrect valuation of its freight busine...

With I-40 Closed, Truckers Find Mountain Roads Tricky

The closure of Interstate 40 at the North Carolina-Tennessee border due to Hurricane Helene has led to significant disruptions for tractor-trailer dri...

EU Prepares Two-Track Plan for Trump Trade Ties

Several EU member states are pushing for prompt engagement with President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team to avoid disruption in trade relations ...

Phillips 66 Indicted for Alleged Toxic Sewer Discharges

Phillips 66, a Texas-based oil company, has been indicted for allegedly violating the Clean Water Act by discharging large amounts of industrial waste...

New Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Regulations Take Effect

The U.S. Department of Transportation has introduced new regulations for workplace drug and alcohol testing procedures, effective December 5. These re...

Stakeholders Praise Trump USDOT Leader Nominee Sean Duffy

Transportation stakeholders, including the American Trucking Associations and the American Road and Transportation Builders Association, are rallying ...

White House Seeks $8 Billion in Transportation Aid

President Biden and administration officials are urging Congress to authorize emergency funding to assist communities affected by natural disasters an...

Here’s What a Trump Presidency Means for EVs, Oil

Donald Trump's recent electoral win is poised to significantly alter U.S. energy and environmental policy, impacting areas like oil production, electr...

Biden to Stand Fast on LNG-Permit Halt, Energy Chief Signals

The Biden administration is putting a hold on all new natural gas export permits until after President-elect Donald Trump takes office at the end of J...

GXO Plans 400 More Layoffs This Year

GXO Logistics, a major warehouse operator based in Greenwich, Connecticut, has laid off over 500 employees across the U.S. this year and is set to cut...

Public-Private Partnerships Propel Hydrogen Infrastructure

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is actively collaborating with the hydrogen industry and truck manufacturers to establish a hydrogen refueling inf...

Fiscal 2025 Bills Top Congress’ End-of-Year Session

Congress is prioritizing the approval of fiscal 2025 funding bills as they reconvene after the elections, aiming to avoid a partial government shutdow...

Trump Victory Brings Risk of Tariffs

With Donald Trump returning to the presidency, global business leaders are preparing for a shift towards more protectionist policies, which could sign...

Trump-Musk Alliance May Boost Tesla, Reshape Big Tech

As Donald Trump prepares for a second term as president, Silicon Valley anticipates significant shifts in its dynamics with the federal government. Tr...

Newsom Calls Lawmakers to Secure Climate Goals Against Trump

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to protect the state's stringent zero-emission vehicle requirements from potential federal interferen...

Pair Charged With Smuggling Truck Emission Override Systems

A father and son duo, John Wesley Owens and Joshua Wesley Owens, face serious legal repercussions for allegedly conspiring to smuggle illegal devices ...

Freight Industry Welcomes Trump’s White House Return

The impending return of President-elect Donald Trump is generating optimism among major freight stakeholders, particularly those in the trucking and c...

Trump’s Win Sets Off Race to Complete Chip Subsidy Deals

The Biden administration is working quickly to finalize agreements under the CHIPS Act with key companies like Intel and Samsung before Donald Trump's...

Storms and Strikes Hold New Jobs to Just 12,000 in October

In October, job growth in America was sluggish, with an addition of only 12,000 new jobs, a significant decline from September's increase of 223,000. ...

Colorado Awarded $66M in Federal Funding for Rail Safety

Colorado has secured $66.4 million in federal grant funding aimed at enhancing the safety of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe rail line north of Denve...

Port of Vancouver Braces for Strike Set for Nov. 4

Dockworkers in British Columbia are set to strike on November 4, leading to a potential complete shutdown of operations at Canada's busiest port in Va...

Looking Up: Airfreight Demand Takes Off in 2024

The global air cargo market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the rise of e-commerce and ongoing constraints in ocean shipping. As demand ...

Top 50 Freight Companies Endure Global Trade Slump

The 2024 Transport Topics Top 50 Global Freight Companies report highlights an ongoing challenge for the transportation and logistics sector, marked b...

ATA Economist Anticipates Freight Market Rebalancing Pains

During his presentation at the 2024 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition, Bob Costello, Chief Economist of the American Trucking Associations, provi...

Port of New Orleans Names CEO

Beth Ann Branch has been appointed the new CEO of the Port of New Orleans and Public Belt Railroad, succeeding Brandy Christian, who resigned earlier ...

Ship Owner in Baltimore Bridge Collapse to Pay $102 Million

The cargo ship Dali's owner and manager, Grace Ocean Private Ltd. and Synergy Marine Group, have settled a lawsuit with the Justice Department for ove...

Mail Carriers Reach Tentative Contract With USPS

The U.S. Postal Service and the National Association of Letter Carriers have reached a tentative contract agreement affecting around 200,000 mail carr...

West Virginia Invests $4.7M in Road Safety Tech Upgrade

West Virginia is investing $4.7 million to enhance its roadway weather information system (RWIS), aimed at providing real-time alerts to improve safet...

Lynden Transport Selected to Deliver Capitol Christmas Tree

Lynden Transport has been selected to transport this year's Capitol Christmas Tree from Alaska to Washington, D.C., a tradition that has been upheld b...

Litigants Allege EPA Cannot Legally Mandate Electric Trucks

A coalition of 24 states and various economic interests has filed a court brief asserting that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) does not have...

BMW Recalls 700,000 Cars in China Over Coolant Pump Issues

BMW AG is issuing a significant recall of about 700,000 vehicles in China, which includes both locally produced and imported models. The recall, annou...

Biden Administration Pledges $2B to Reinforce Electric Grid

The Biden administration has announced the allocation of nearly $2 billion to enhance the U.S. power grid's resilience against extreme weather and to ...

ATA's Spear: Trucking's Voice Will Cut Through Noise at MCE

American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear emphasized the organization's focus on member needs in preparation for its annual Management Conf...

Emissions Tampering Costs Auto Parts Firm $10M in Fines

Aaron Rudolf, the owner of Rudy's Performance Parts Inc. in North Carolina, has pleaded guilty to conspiratorial actions against the Clean Air Act, sp...

Florida Cleans Up After Hurricane Milton Tears Through

Hurricane Milton struck Florida's coastal communities, causing significant damage, flooding, and resulting in at least eight fatalities. Fortunately, ...

Mexico Aims for Locally Made EVs to Rival Imports

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the development of prototypes for a domestically manufactured compact electric vehicle, aiming to create...

Hurricane Helene Gains Power as It Bears Down on Florida

Hurricane Helene is rapidly intensifying as it moves north of Cozumel, with maximum winds reaching 80 mph and a projected peak of 125 mph by September...

US Risks Missing Emissions Goals Due to Natural Gas Reliance

The BloombergNEF report highlights serious challenges in the U.S. regarding the reduction of emissions from natural gas, which could jeopardize the Bi...

Chinese EV Maker Nio Slams ‘Unreasonable’ US, EU Tariffs

William Li, the founder of Nio Inc., criticized the European Union and the United States for their plans to impose tariffs on electric vehicles from C...

Autonomous Company May Mobility Scales Back Expansion Plans

May Mobility Inc., an autonomous vehicle company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is scaling back its expansion plans significantly. Initially, the compa...

Arbitration Favors US Steel Over Deal

A U.S. arbitration panel ruled in favor of United States Steel Corp. in a dispute with the United Steelworkers union regarding Nippon Steel Corp.'s pr...

Biden Presses Big Railroads to Offer More Paid Sick Days

The Biden administration is advocating for three major rail companies, including CSX Corp., Canadian National Railway Co., and Canadian Pacific Kansas...

US Ports Gear Up for Strike as Deadline Nears

The potential strike by 45,000 dockworkers at major East and Gulf Coast ports poses a significant risk to the U.S. economy as it approaches a critical...

IAA Transportation Sets Attendance Records in Hanover

The IAA Transportation event in Hanover, Germany, attracted 145,000 attendees, marking a 10% increase from the previous event in 2022. The conference ...

ATA Calls on Congress to Streamline Transport Credentials

The American Trucking Associations, along with over 150 supply chain organizations, is advocating for Congress to pass the Transportation Security Scr...

USDOT Praises Trucking’s Efforts in New Trafficking Report

The U.S. Department of Transportation Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking released a comprehensive report that outlines both the challenges and su...

Madison Debuts Wisconsin’s First Electric Garbage Trucks

Madison, Wisconsin, has made significant strides in environmental sustainability by introducing its first electric garbage trucks, the Mack LR Electri...

TCA Urges Lawmakers to Address Truck Parking Shortage

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) recently held its sixth annual "Call on Washington," where members met with congressional lawmakers to discus...

ATA Maintains Fight Against California's Fleets Rule

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) continues to voice its strong opposition to California's Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) regulation, which mandat...

Biofuel Group Asks EPA for Update on UCO Imports Audit

The Renewable Fuels Association has raised concerns with the EPA about the rising imports of used cooking oil (UCO), particularly emphasizing the pote...

Business, Freight Groups Oppose EV Charging Station Bill

A new Senate bill called the RECHARGE Act, designed to combat range anxiety among electric vehicle (EV) drivers by facilitating the installation of ch...

Baltimore Bridge Collapse Survivor Sues Ship Owners

In Baltimore, a tragic incident occurred when Damon Davis, a road construction inspector, narrowly escaped the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridg...

Jury Rules Against Daimler in $160 Million Liability Verdict

A jury in Alabama has awarded $160 million to Leonard Wiley Streets in a product liability case against Daimler Truck North America following a rollov...

Camrett Logistics Invests $575K in Virginia Warehouse

Camrett Logistics is making a significant investment of $575,000 to expand its warehouse in Wythe County, Virginia, aiming to enhance service for loca...

Average Diesel Price Declines for 10th Straight Week

The U.S. national average diesel price has decreased for ten consecutive weeks, dropping by 2.9 cents to $3.526 per gallon. This marks a total decline...

Daimler Execs Call on Governments to Act on Infrastructure

At IAA Transportation 2024 in Hanover, Daimler Truck leaders emphasized the urgent need for governments to enhance electric vehicle (EV) charging infr...

US Agency Finalizes China Tariffs Biden Announced in May

The U.S. Trade Representative has approved significant tariff increases on various Chinese goods, set to take effect in about two weeks. This decision...

Loose Electrical Cable Found on Ship That Hit Key Bridge

Investigators examining the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore have identified a loose cable on the Dali, a cargo ship that lost power and...

NTSB Describes Effort to Douse Tesla Semi Fire

California firefighters faced significant challenges when they responded to a Tesla Semi truck fire following an accident on Interstate 80. The truck’...

Decision on US Steel Deal May Come After Election

United States Steel Corp. saw a significant increase in its stock price after reports indicated that President Biden may delay decisions regarding the...

FMC Chairman Breaks Down Post-Pandemic Supply Chain

Daniel Maffei, the Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission, highlighted the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global supply chain dynamics during...

Industry Leaders Praise FLOW for Improving Freight Predictions

The Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW) initiative is a collaborative effort led by the U.S. Department of Transportation to enhance freight f...

Automakers Urge EU to Delay Stricter Emissions Mandates

The European Union is considering a proposal to delay its 2025 emissions targets for automakers by two years due to a current crisis in the industry c...

Auditing Report Calls EU’s Hydrogen Targets Unrealistic

The European Court of Auditors has issued a report indicating that the European Union is likely to fall short of its hydrogen production targets, attr...

Congressional Leaders Work to Avert Oct. 1 Shutdown

Congress is currently engaged in discussions to avoid a federal government shutdown, with just weeks remaining before funding for most federal agencie...

Presidential Candidates Emphasize Energy Policies

During the recent presidential debate, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump presented opposing views on the future of the U....

Jury Issues $462 Million Verdict Against Wabash After Crash

A St. Louis jury has rendered a $462 million judgment against Wabash National Corp., attributing liability to the company for the deaths of two indivi...

Maine’s Coburn Gore Border Port Set for $85M Expansion

The U.S. General Services Administration has awarded Dattner Architects a $15.5 million contract as part of an $85 million project aimed at renovating...

DOE Studying ‘Soft’ Costs to Deploy EV Charging

The U.S. Department of Energy is examining the so-called soft costs associated with the deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. T...

Buttigieg Announces $1 Billion for Transportation Safety

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has announced that over $1 billion will be allocated for the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program, wh...

Michigan to Allow Hazardous Transport on Ambassador Bridge

The Michigan Department of Transportation will allow hazardous materials, including fuel and certain battery components, to be transported across the ...

Congress Returns to Finalize Fiscal 2025 Bills

Congress is reconvening this month as lawmakers work to finalize fiscal 2025 appropriations to prevent a government shutdown. The deadline of Septembe...

Military’s $17.9 Billion Moving Contract Off to Slow Start

A monumental $17.9 billion Global Household Goods Contract (GHC) designed to relocate military families faced hurdles before finally launching this su...

Hiring Rebounds in August in Sign of Slowing Job Market

In August, U.S. employers added 142,000 jobs, a slight improvement from July's 89,000, while the unemployment rate decreased to 4.2% from 4.3%. These ...

Traffic Fatalities Fall 3.2% in First Half of ’24, NHTSA Says

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports a 3.2% decline in traffic fatalities for the first half of 2024, with approximately 18,720 ...

US Port Talks Kick Off in Effort to Avoid Strike

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) represents dockworkers across the East and Gulf coasts. They are holding a critical meeting where w...

OPEC+ Discusses Possible Delay to Oil Output Hike

OPEC+ is currently deliberating a potential postponement of a planned oil output increase of 180,000 barrels per day that was set for October. This re...

Biden to Reject $14.1 Billion Nippon Steel-US Steel Deal

President Joe Biden is expected to block Nippon Steel Corp.'s $14.1 billion acquisition of United States Steel Corp., pending the outcome of a review ...

Port of Halifax to Create Digital Data Hub

The Port of Halifax is investing significantly in supply chain enhancements to digitize operations and create a data integration hub. The initiative, ...

Rhode Island Launches Vast WIM System on Washington Bridge

Rhode Island is implementing a weigh-in-motion system on the Washington Bridge in Providence, aimed at monitoring the structural health of the critica...

Port of Bellingham to Install Electrical Plugs for Vessels

The Port of Bellingham has secured a $2.8 million grant from the state of Washington to electrify the Bellingham Shipping Terminal, allowing docked sh...

USPS Proposes Changes to Save $3 Billion a Year

The U.S. Postal Service has announced a proposal aimed at achieving $3 billion in annual savings by restructuring its delivery systems. This plan, set...

Biden Awards $62 Million to Help Speed Hydrogen Adoption

The Biden administration is investing $62 million to expedite the growth of the hydrogen industry, which is vital for reducing carbon emissions from s...

Canadian Rail Union Says It Filed Suit on Back-to-Work Order

The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference has filed lawsuits against the Canadian government following its intervention in a labor dispute involving Canada...

FRA Report Says BNSF Safety Held Back by Industry Issues

The Federal Railroad Administration's assessment of BNSF reveals that while the railroad is making strides in safety, there remains a significant gap ...

Trucking Reacts to DEA Proposal to Downgrade Marijuana

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is considering a proposal to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance, ...

NTSB Update Highlights Questions About Remote-Control Trains

A tragic incident occurred in Walbridge, Ohio, where a CSX worker, Fred Anderson, was killed by remote-control locomotives in a rail yard. This raises...

California Trucking Association Ends AB 5 Legal Fight

The California Trucking Association (CTA) has decided to cease its lengthy legal challenge against California's AB 5 worker reclassification law, citi...

States Boost CDL Training to Tackle Local Driver Shortages

Several states in the U.S. are implementing diverse strategies to address the shortage of commercial truck drivers. In Iowa, U.S. Senator Chuck Grassl...

CARB’s Biofuel Changes Raise Concern

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is proposing to limit the use of U.S.-made canola- and soy-based biodiesel and renewable diesel in an effort...

Back-to-Work Order Issued for Two Major Canada Railroads

The Canada Industrial Relations Board has ordered employees at Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City to return to work to prevent...

Diesel Price Drops 3.7¢ to $3.651 a Gallon

The recent decline in the national average diesel price in the U.S. reflects a continual drop, now recorded at $3.651 per gallon, decreasing by 3.7 ce...

Minnesota Fuel Taxes to Jump 12% in 2025 Due to New Law

Beginning January 1, Minnesota's motor fuel taxes will increase by approximately 12% for diesel, gasoline, biodiesel, and other fuels. This adjustment...

US Labor Cooldown May Have Started Earlier Than Thought

U.S. job growth for early 2024 is expected to be significantly lower than prior estimates, raising concerns about the Federal Reserve's timing in redu...

Tesla Gets Lower EU Tariff Than Chinese Rivals in Draft Plan

The European Union has announced plans to implement a 9% tariff on Tesla vehicles imported from China as part of a response to Chinese subsidies in th...

US Payroll Data Likely to See Largest Revision Since 2009

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. job growth for the year ending in March may have been significantly overstated, with a downward revi...

ATA Presses DOT on Stalled Mileage-Based Fee Study

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has expressed strong concerns regarding delays in establishing a special advisory board aimed at addressing t...

Canadian Economy at Risk as Rail, Port Strikes Approach

Canadian businesses are expressing concerns about potential long-term economic consequences if railway and port strikes occur, particularly following ...

Trudeau Tells Railways, Union to Reach Deal to Avoid Strike

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is calling for Canada’s major rail companies and unionized workers to negotiate a contract that avoids a potentially dam...

Labor Minister Not Intervening in Canada Rail Dispute

The Canadian government has declined to intervene in the ongoing labor negotiations between Canadian National Railway Co. (CN) and the Teamsters Canad...

Toll Rates Climb on Three Indiana-Kentucky Bridges

Recent toll hikes on three bridges connecting Louisville, Kentucky, and southern Indiana took effect on July 1, as part of an annual adjustment guided...

New Overweight Hauling Law Helps Wisconsin Cheesemakers

Wisconsin recently enacted a law that allows dairy farmers to haul more milk and liquid whey with a new oversize/overweight permit, a move welcomed by...

Top Traffic Inspectors Compete in Indy

The North American Inspectors Championship (NAIC) will be held from August 20-24 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, coinciding with the...

Kroger Doubles Price Cut to $1 Billion Post-Albertsons Merger

Kroger Co. has announced that it will increase its commitment to grocery price cuts to $1 billion as part of its plan to secure regulatory approval fo...

CPI Inflation Slowed Again in July

In July, year-over-year inflation hit its lowest point in three years at 2.9%, indicating a downward trend from a peak of 9.1% two years prior. The sm...

California Drivers Face Nation’s Steepest Fuel Tax Mountain

The Tax Foundation's recent analysis identifies California, Illinois, and Pennsylvania as having the highest diesel and gas taxes for 2024, while Alas...

Polestar Starts US Production to Sidestep Steep EV Tariffs

Polestar Automotive Holding UK Plc has commenced production of its Polestar 3 SUV in South Carolina to avoid tariffs imposed on electric vehicles impo...

Diesel Price Declines 5.1¢ to $3.704 a Gallon

The national average price of diesel has dropped 5.1 cents to $3.704 per gallon, marking a continuing trend over five weeks during which prices have f...

Kroger and Albertsons Spend More Than $800M on Merger Fees

Kroger and Albertsons are pursuing a $24.6 billion merger, incurring over $800 million in fees for legal and advisory services as the deal faces multi...

Ford, Mazda Warn Owners About Takata Air Bag Inflators

Ford and Mazda recently issued urgent warnings to over 475,000 vehicle owners in the U.S. about driving cars with unrepaired Takata air bag inflators....

Texas Opens Two I-10 Rest Areas With Parking for 116 Trucks

The Texas Department of Transportation has opened new rest areas on Interstate 10 near Van Horn, enhancing truck parking capacity significantly. These...

Canadian Labor Board Leaves Door Open for Rail Strike

The Canada Industrial Relations Board has indicated that a significant railway strike by Canadian National Railway Co. (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansa...

Darling Ingredients Surges on California Proposal

Darling Ingredients experienced a significant rise in its stock, peaking at 16%, as California proposed limiting the use of seed oils, like soybean an...

New Texas-Mexico Border Lanes Speed Up Commercial Traffic

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has enhanced its operations at the Pharr International Bridge in Texas following the completion of an $8 million in...

Peterbilt Showcases Electric Vehicles

Peterbilt is actively working to integrate electric vehicle solutions by collaborating with dealers and customers to comply with various regulations, ...

How Carriers Are Taming Insurance Costs

Insurance costs for trucking fleets have been on the rise since the COVID pandemic, influenced by factors such as inflation, increased labor and equip...

WeRide May Seek Up to $400 Million in US IPO, Placement

WeRide Inc., a Chinese autonomous vehicle company based in Guangzhou, is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) in the U.S. to raise up to $40...

ATA Celebrates Win as Trucker Tax Proposal Rejected

A proposal to change the method of taxing motor carriers, backed by the Multistate Tax Commission and suggested by states like California and Massachu...

Trucking Insurance Concerns Go Beyond High Premiums

The trucking industry is currently facing significant challenges related to rising insurance premiums and risk management issues. In response, various...

US Reportedly Moves to Ban China Software in Autonomous Cars

The Biden administration is reportedly preparing to propose regulations that would ban the use of Chinese software in autonomous vehicles with Level 3...

Houthis Resume Red Sea Attacks After Two-Week Pause

A recent missile attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels on the Liberian-flagged containership Groton occurred in the Gulf of Aden, marking the group's first ...

Diesel Price Slips 1.3¢ to $3.755

The national average price for diesel has decreased by 1.3 cents to $3.755 per gallon, marking a drop of 11 cents over the last four weeks and 48.4 ce...

NYC Smart Roads Deter Heavy Trucks on Aging BQE

New York City is set to introduce an automated weigh-in-motion (WIM) program for trucks entering Staten Island, building on the success of a similar i...

Fiscal 2025 Bills on Congress’ Fall Calendar

Lawmakers are preparing for a busy agenda upon returning to Washington, with a focus on passing fiscal 2025 legislation to prevent a government shutdo...

OPEC Kept Oil Output Steady in July

OPEC maintained stable oil production levels in July, producing an average of 26.99 million barrels per day, which is a slight decrease from June. The...

Chevron to Quit California for Texas After Warning on Rules

Chevron Corp. has announced its decision to move its headquarters from California to Houston, marking the end of its 140-year presence in the state. T...

British Columbia Investing in Hydrogen Hub on Highway 16

British Columbia's government has allocated $108,000 to establish a regional hydrogen hub in Prince George, strategically located along Highway 16. Th...

US Trucking Embraces Renewable Diesel for Cleaner Operations

Renewable diesel is becoming increasingly popular in the U.S. trucking industry due to its environmental benefits and cost savings. This biofuel, prod...

Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Cools

The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure indicates that inflation has remained low, with a 0.1% increase in prices from May to June and an an...

Norfolk Southern Profits Lifted by Insurance Payments

Norfolk Southern reported strong second-quarter earnings of $737 million, largely aided by $156 million in insurance payments related to last year's E...

Harris Sticking With ‘Build Back Better’ Agenda for Campaign

Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the leading Democratic candidate for the upcoming presidential election following President Biden's withdr...

Woman Strikes Plea on Murder Charge in Staged Accidents Case

Jovanna Gardner has agreed to plead guilty to charges related to the murder of Cornelius Garrison, a key informant in a scheme involving staged accide...

Stellantis Reports Battery Fire Risk for Hybrid Minivans

Stellantis has issued a recall for over 24,000 Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid minivans due to potential battery fire risks. The recall affects 2017 ...

Minnesota Lawmakers Eliminate Barrier to Expand CDL Testing

Minnesota has made it easier for current and future truck drivers to obtain and renew their commercial driver licenses by removing a law that restrict...

Senate Transportation Leaders Tout Trump at RNC

At the Republican National Convention, Senator J.D. Vance from Ohio, a recent addition to the Commerce Committee, expressed strong support for former ...

FedEx, UPS Warn of Delivery Delays From Global Tech Outage

FedEx and UPS are experiencing significant disruptions in their delivery services due to a substantial IT failure caused by third-party issues. FedEx ...

Clean Fuels Alliance America to Sue EPA

Clean Fuels Alliance America is preparing to sue the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for delaying the establishment of biofuel volumes for ...

Woman Accused in Staged Accidents-Related Death Pleads Guilty

Jovanna Gardner, along with her alleged co-conspirator Ryan Harris, has agreed to plead guilty to witness tampering charges related to the murder of C...

Port of LA Container Volumes Up 14% on Strong Trade Activity

The U.S. West Coast ports are experiencing robust trade volumes in the first half of the year, driven by factors such as consumer spending, an early p...

Global Shipping Strains Spark Fears of an Inflation Comeback

The recent surge in shipping costs and disruptions in global trade has led to increased challenges for companies, such as Globe Electric and COE Distr...

Biden Administration Grants $5 Billion for Aging Bridges

The Biden administration recently announced the allocation of $5 billion in federal grants to replace or enhance dozens of aging bridges in 16 states....

NHTSA Denies Petition for Rear Underride Guard Improvements

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has denied a petition to strengthen U.S. rear underride guard requirements beyond Canadian standard...

Trump Assassination Attempt Inquiry Adds to Congress' Agenda

The recent attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump has brought attention to security protocols and procedures, prompting investigatio...

Are Air Disc Brakes Worth It?

According to the news, the debate between air disc brakes and drum brakes for commercial fleet vehicles continues. Both options have their own advanta...

Hexagon Agility and Brudeli Green Mobility to Deliver NZEVs

The collaboration between Hexagon Agility and Brudeli has resulted in the development of the Brudeli Powerhybrid, a near-zero-emission vehicle tailore...

Divided Final Report Issued on Side Underride Protection

The trucking industry trade groups have criticized a report recommending side underride guards on heavy trucks as lacking true consensus and pushing i...

Global Oil Demand Growth Slows Further as China Cools

Global oil demand growth has slowed down significantly, with the weakest increase seen in more than a year, particularly due to the fading post-pandem...

Volvo to Get Energy Grants for EV Trucks

The Biden administration is allocating nearly $2 billion in grants to support the expansion and restart of electric vehicle manufacturing facilities a...

Federal Maritime Commission Reopens Port Chassis Probe

The Federal Maritime Commission has opened an investigation into whether ocean shippers are complying with a cease-and-desist order related to the mot...

Secretary Pete Buttigieg Promotes Truck Parking

The recent focus on enhancing parking availability for commercial vehicles by Secretary Pete Buttigieg reflects a significant priority within the tran...

Entek Poised to Get $1.2 Billion US Loan

The Biden administration is looking to provide a substantial loan of $1.2 billion to Entek Lithium Separators to enhance the U.S. supply chain for lit...

Vitol, SK Settle California Fuel Rigging Probe for $50M

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a $50 million settlement with commodity traders Vitol and SK Energy Americas for allegedly manipulatin...

Senate Republicans Push Back on Overtime Rule

It appears that there is a current dispute surrounding the Department of Labor's new rule expanding eligibility for overtime compensation, with Republ...

Construction Begins on Truck Battery Cell Manufacturing Plant

The construction of Amplify Cell Technologies' battery cell manufacturing plant in Marshall County, Miss., has commenced with expectations to be compl...

Diesel Price Rises 5.2 Cents to $3.865

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Devon to Buy Williston Basin Oil Assets in $5 Billion Deal

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Congressional Republicans Target EPA Rule

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GM to Forfeit Emissions Credits in Settlement With EPA

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Idaho Offers Alerts to Carriers of Driver Record Changes

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Kentucky College Offering Evening CDL Classes to Meet Demand

Gateway Community & Technical College in Kentucky is launching evening commercial driver license classes to help fulfill the need for new truck driver...

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White House Seeks Funds for Baltimore Bridge Repairs

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Amtrak Used 2 Million Gallons of Renewable Diesel in FY2023

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Perspective: EPA’s GHG Phase 3 Rule Needs Fixing

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House Bill Includes $200 Million for Truck Parking Projects

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