General News
Strike Continues for Third Week at JBS Meatpacking Plant
JBS said March 27 that it's operating the plant at limited capacity and has shifted beef production elsewhere to meet its customers needs.
US Finalizes Higher Biofuels Quota to Boost Domestic Demand
The rule requires refiners to mix a record 25.82 billion gallons of biofuels into conventional diesel and gasoline this year, EPA says.
First Brands to Sell 12 Brands Including Autolite for $25M
The 12 brands in the deal include Fram, Autolite and Trico, according to court documents dated March 25.
T&I Chairman Graves Won’t Seek Re-Election
House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves will not seek re-election, ending a congressional career that began in 2001.
Hormuz Ship Traffic Stays Frozen Despite Move to Start Fees
Iran is trying to set up a tolling system, seeking payments of as much as $2 million per voyage through the waterway.
Consumer Sentiment Slips as Inflation Outlook Worsens
Consumers expect prices to rise at an annual rate of 3.8% over the next year from 3.4% a month earlier, the biggest increase since April 2025.
Oil Prices Rise Again After Wall Street Slump
Unlike earlier this week when Trump announced that talks with Iran were progressing, investors appear to be skeptical of the president's latest claim.
German Engine Maker Deutz’s Pivot to Defense Pays Off
The agricultural engine maker pushes deeper into defense, positioning itself to benefit from Europe’s rearmament drive.
Economists See War Pushing US Inflation Above 3%
The Bloomberg survey mirrors new estimates by the OECD, which sees higher inflation in the U.S. and other major economies.
China Starts Trade Probes Against US Before Xi-Trump Summit
The move is a direct mirror of steps President Trump took to revive his tariff agenda after the Supreme Court last month struck down some of his tariffs.
Brace for $200 Oil if War Lasts Until June, Macquarie Warns
Brent crude is on pace for a record monthly gain in March, as the war between the U.S., Israel and Iran has rocked the oil-rich Middle East.
US Insurance Program to Support Hormuz Shipping to Begin Soon
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a U.S. insurance program meant to boost shipping through the Strait of Hormuz will begin soon.
NTSB Backs Revised House Aviation Safety Bill After Changes
A revised version of the House’s aviation safety bill now has the backing of the National Transportation Safety Board.
Shutdown Chaos at Airports Sends Hertz, Avis Shares Higher
Hourslong security lines at airports due to the partial government shutdown are paying off for car-rental companies like Hertz and Avis.
DHS Funding Clash Snares Progress on Transportation Issues
Key transportation priorities are being pushed to the sidelines as lawmakers remain locked in a funding standoff over the Department of Homeland Security.
Oil Traders Fatigued by Wild Price Swings Pull Back Flows
Four of the six largest swings ever seen in international oil benchmark Brent futures have come since the war started at the end of February.
Trailer Orders Slow as Fleets Shift Priorities
U.S. trailer orders in February came in below prior-year results as the sector began working down peak-season backlogs, according to ACT Research data.
Windrose’s First US Deliveries Due in May Through Xos
Customer deliveries of Windrose tractors are expected to begin in May, Xos CEO Dakota Semler told Transport Topics in an exclusive interview.
Rep. Rouzer Touts Stronger CDL Rules With Dalilah's Law
A bill to toughen English-language proficiency rules for truck drivers from Rep. David Rouzer (R‑N.C.) is moving to the House floor, setting up an April vote.
Class 8 Sales in February Hit Eighth Month Below Prior Year
Omdia Automotive data showed February sales fell 17.4% to 12,992 units from 15,725 a year earlier. But sale rose 5.7% from January’s 12,287 units.