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Steel Dynamics Raises BlueScope Offer to $11 Billion
Steel Dynamics and SGH raised their all-cash bid for Australia’s BlueScope Steel in an effort to woo shareholders after the target rejected a previous offer.
US and Japan Advance Tariff-Linked $550B Investment Plan
The U.S. and Japan unveiled the debut projects of a $550 billion investment fund, pressing ahead with a trade and economic pact in the weeks before Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to meet President Donald Trump.
Tesla Reports 14 Robotaxi Crashes in Texas Pilot
Tesla's robotaxis have been involved in over a dozen crashes in Austin since service began, according to reports the carmaker has made to regulators.
Autonomous Vehicles Steer Robotics Growth
The market for AI-powered robots and autonomous machines could balloon into a trillion-dollar opportunity by 2035, according to a team of Barclays analysts.
Port of L.A. Imports Slump as Tariffs Disrupt Trade Flows
Total container traffic though the Port of Los Angeles dropped 12% in January as exports and imports weakened from a year earlier, when shippers rushed to move freight in anticipation of tariffs.
Biodiesel Producers Welcome New IRS Tax Credit Guidance
Biodiesel producers are hailing new federal tax credit guidance for U.S.-manufactured renewable fuels as last year’s uncertainty contributed to a double-digit output drop.
CVSA Will Target ELD Tampering in May Roadcheck
CVSA roadside inspectors will review a driver’s record of duty status as in past years but with specific scrutiny to determine if ELD tampering has occurred.
Ford Looks to Hit $30,000 EV Target by Shrinking Battery
Ford engineered its next-generation EV to be lighter, sleeker and more electrically efficient so that it can go farther on a charge and start at $30,000, some $20,000 cheaper than the average new car.
Sinokor Snaps Up Supertankers in Crude Oil Market Shakeup
Sinokor’s aggressive buying has spooked the market, traders say, in turn dramatically driving up the cost of freight as nervous charterers rush to book space in case prices rise further in the future due to the concentrated ownership.
US Open to Changing Steel and Aluminum Tariffs, Greer Says
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer signaled that the Trump administration is open to changing its tariffs on steel and aluminum amid pressure from business groups and trading partners.
Carney Taps Veteran Charette as Chief Trade Negotiator to US
Janice Charette will work with the minister responsible for Canada-U.S. trade, Dominic LeBlanc, on the joint review of the trade agreement between Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.
Mexico’s Fuel Smuggling Crackdown Hobbles Automakers
Ford has a plant in Chihuahua, GM and Stellantis operate five in Coahuila, Nissan has production in Aguascalientes while Guanajuato is home to complexes for GM, Ford, Honda, Mazda, Toyota and VW.
Macquarie-Led Group to Buy Qube Holdings for $8.3 Billion
Qube operates a transport and trade network that handles goods and services, including outbound grain and cottonseed shipments. It has operations in Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia.
Genuine Parts to Split Automotive and Industrial Businesses
The decision comes at a volatile time for the automotive business, which is grappling with high costs, economic uncertainty and affordability challenges for consumers.
Hapag-Lloyd to Buy Competitor Zim in $4.2 Billion Deal
Hapag-Lloyd AG is buying Israel’s Zim Integrated Shipping Services Ltd as the German shipping company aims to grow in size and bolster its presence in Asia.
Perspective: Restoring Integrity Is Key to Trucking’s Future
The trucking industry's path forward begins with restoring professionalism and integrity. Safety, reliability and trust in America’s supply chain depend on it, writes ATA Chairman Greg Hodgen.
Crossword Puzzle Solution for February 16, 2026
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the February 16, 2026 print edition.
Making the Business Case Amidst the Rapid Proliferation of Advanced Fleet Technology and Digital Innovations
Commercial fleets have never had more technology available to them. Advanced powertrains. AI-driven analytics. Connected vehicles. New safety systems. Digital platforms promising better visibility, lower costs, and improved uptime.
Montgomery Transportation Founder to Launch Flatbed Carrier
Alabama-based Second Mile Transport will begin with 145 power units. The company has ordered 195 aluminum 53-foot trailers and already has 70 drivers signed up.
Paccar Targets 35% N. American Heavy-Duty Truck Market Share
Paccar is aiming for a 35% share of the North American heavy-duty truck market, set to be aided by tariffs and production plant flexibility, senior executive told analysts Feb. 10.