General News
US Companies Expect Lower Sales in China on Tariffs
Nearly two-thirds of the 254 companies that responded to a survey said the new tariffs have reduced expected revenue for their China operations in 2025.
Amazon’s Zoox Launches Robotaxi Service in Las Vegas
All rides will be provided for free for at least the first few months to help promote the existence of the service in the perennially popular travel destination.
More Than 60 Containers Fall Off Ship at Port of Long Beach
It isn’t clear what was in the containers, though local reports said shoes and clothing were seen floating in the water, and some containers appeared to have sunk.
Georgia's Electric Mobility Dream Tested After Hyundai Raid
Can Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp be both tough on immigration and encourage foreign companies to invest?
Supreme Court to Take Up Question of Trump's Tariffs
The Supreme Court on Sept. 9 granted an unusually quick hearing on whether President Donald Trump has the power to impose sweeping tariffs under federal law.
Europe Car Bosses Tout EVs, Warn Against Combustion-Engine Ban
European car executives are walking a fine line at this week’s Munich auto show: Touting how swell their new EVs are while warning Brussels that they can’t possibly sell only EVs by 2035.
FTR: Tariffs Pushing Freight, Truck Sales Rebound Into 2027
FTR Transportation Intelligence Senior Analyst Dan Moyer says weak freight demand, weak demand for commercial vehicles and excess inventory are keeping fleets from purchasing trucks.
Temu Plots Aggressive US Comeback With Up to 60% Price Cuts
After months of turmoil from Donald Trump’s tariff changes, e-commerce platform Temu is charging back into the U.S. market with deep discounts to regain ground against rival Shein Group.
Trucking Pros Asked to Identify Top Concerns in ATRI Survey
“In challenging environments like this one, it is ever more important to understand the issues facing fleets," ATA Chairman Dennis Dellinger says.
California Might Pay Valero to Prevent Refinery Shutdown
California legislators are considering giving Valero hundreds of millions of dollars to cover refinery maintenance costs in a bid to prevent the closure of a San Francisco-area fuel plant.
Amerit Acquires Emergency Vehicle Upfitter Derotic
Derotic outfits fire, police, utility and other government vehicles. Its work includes designing and installing advanced lighting, communications and safety systems.
International, PlusAI Launch Autonomous Trials in Texas
Operating along the I-35 corridor between Laredo and Dallas, the pilot program will include selected fleet partners and will be managed from International’s autonomous hub in San Antonio.
Newsom to Curb Offshore Oil in Exchange for Onshore Output
Restrictions would impose a setback to Sable Offshore and its controversial project off the coast of Santa Barbara County.
Randall: Truck Demand Unlikely to Rebound Before Q4 2026
“We are planning as best we can, but it’s a dartboard,” Mack Trucks President Jonathan Randall said. “What we would like is a level of certainty.”
Motive Scores Legal Victory Against Samsara in Patent Case
While the ruling clears Motive of infringement, Samsara’s separate lawsuit in federal court in Delaware remains active. That case alleges patent violations, fraud and false advertising.
Exxon Buys Kentucky Battery Factory to Expand Energy Storage
The Texas oil giant is making several forays into low-carbon energy even as it expands fossil fuel production faster than its rivals.
Dual Efforts Steer Arizona Crackdown on Lawsuit Financing
The legislation is particularly significant for Arizona's trucking industry, which faces an increasing number of lawsuits often backed by third-party funding.
New Data Shows Much Weaker Job Market in 2024, This Year
The Labor Department reported Sept. 9 that employers added 911,000 fewer jobs than originally reported from April 2024 through March.
Small-Business Optimism Edges Higher on Better Sales Outlook
The National Federation of Independent Business optimism index advanced 0.5 point to 100.8, the highest level since January.
VinFast Plans US Plant in 2028 as It Seeks Equity Backers
VinFast, which announced last year it was delaying a North Carolina EV factory until 2028, is “pushing forward” with a plan to open the plant at that time.