General News
Daimler Truck’s Rizon Brand Expands US Dealership Network
Daimler Truck announced Nov. 24 that its Rizon brand has expanded its sales network into Arizona, Washington, New York and New Jersey through new dealership partnerships.
Mack Delivers First Pioneer Semis to Fleet Owners in the US
The tractor was unveiled as the brand’s new flagship on-highway tractor in April in Brooklyn, N.Y., near where the company was founded 125 years earlier by Jack and Gus Mack.
Trump, Xi May Hold 4 Meetings in 2026
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s comments come after Trump and Xi spoke on Nov. 24, their first conversation since the two leaders met in Busan, South Korea, in October.
September Retail Sales Rise Despite Consumer Caution
The value of retail purchases, not adjusted for inflation, increased 0.2% after a 0.6% gain in August, Commerce Department data showed, after being delayed due to the government shutdown.
PPI Climbs in September as Gasoline Costs Surge
The producer price index rose 0.3% from a month earlier after a 0.1% decline in August, according to the BLS. The increase matched the median projection in a Bloomberg survey of economists.
Lukoil’s US Gas Stations Experience Card Payment Disruptions
Lukoil gasoline stations in the U.S. are experiencing major issues with card payments, forcing some franchise owners to consider asking more customers to use cash.
Performance Food Group, US Foods Call Off Merger Talks
The combined entity would have leapfrogged Sysco at the top of the food service carrier table — serving restaurants, corporate offices, convenience stores, gas stations and truck stops.
Some Seattle Flights Stop to Refuel as Pipeline Leak Persists
Some flights leaving Seattle have been forced to add stops to refuel after a pipeline spill cut off jet fuel supply to the airport as it gears up for a surge in travel through Thanksgiving.
First Brands Sees New Call for Outside Trustee to Manage SPEs
First Brands' bankruptcy advisers are facing a new challenge that could impact how a potential restructuring of the auto parts supplier is carried out.
FAA to Probe Airlines Over Shutdown Flight Limits
Under the agency’s original emergency order, carriers that didn’t comply could face penalties of up to $75,000 for every flight operated above the mandated limits.
A Lifeline for Nikola Truck Owners, Fuel Cell Technology?
2025 was largely a dark year for hydrogen fuel cell electric rigs in the U.S, but a small group of equipment, fuel and truck suppliers are striving for a brighter future.
Rick Cotton, Leader of Port Authority of N.Y.-N.J., to Retire
Rick Cotton, the executive director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, who oversaw major revitalization efforts around the port, will retire in January, the agency announced.
Texas Immigration Sting Pulls 31 CDL Holders Off the Road
Gov. Greg Abbott’s office noted that a majority of the drivers detained were holding commercial driver licenses issued by California. None of the drivers were holding Texas CDLs.
October Trailer Orders Edge Higher Than 2024 Level
Preliminary net orders in October increased 3% year over year to 17,100 units. September had marked the first time orders trended below the prior-year results since April.
Crossword Puzzle Solution for November 24, 2025
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the November 24, 2025 print edition.
Trump Reviews Nvidia’s Bid to Sell Chips to China
President Trump is hearing from “lots of different advisers” in deciding on the exports, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said, noting that Trump understands China's Xi Jinping “the best.”
Trump, Xi Hold Call Amid Trade Thaw
The topic of the discussion was unclear and the report did not contain further details. Neither the White House nor Chinese embassy immediately responded to requests for comment.
Amazon Data Center Count Surges Past 900 Sites
Documents shine a light on Amazon’s cloud computing operations at a time when investors are keen for insights into whether AWS has sufficient capacity to meet the enormous demands of AI.
DHL Invests $150 Million in Saudi Arabia Logistics Hub
Construction of the warehouse is expected to begin next year, Orkun Saruhanoglu, CEO of DHL Supply Chain in the Middle East and Africa, said in an interview.
Port Volumes Slow Nearing End of Strong Year
Port of Los Angeles is bidding to reach the 10-million-container mark for the third time in its history, according to Executive Director Gene Seroka.