General News
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.
Mexican Heavy-Duty Truck Output Little Changed by Tariffs
President Trump introduced 25% tariffs on U.S. imports of medium- and heavy-duty trucks and parts on Nov. 1 as he seeks to reorient trade flows, although the full details are yet to emerge.
First Brands Explores Shift to Chapter 7 for Certain Units
The company has so little cash that it has been operating on a week-to-week basis with help from automakers willing to pay in advance to keep vital parts flowing.
White House Weighs Narrowing Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
The rollback plans were reported earlier by the Financial Times. Aluminum and other metals fell following the report, while shares of U.S. steelmakers and aluminum producers sank.
Aim Buys Fleetmaster Leasing in Columbus Expansion
Aim Transportation Solutions acquired Fleetmaster Leasing Corp., adding about 400 vehicles to its operations and expanding its presence in the Columbus, Ohio, area.
Geotab Upgrades Connected Fleet Technology for Age of AI
Geotab unveiled its next generation of connected fleet technology and outlined its vision for how artificial intelligence will transform vehicle telematics at its Connect 2026 conference.
Bluetooth CDL Cheating Schemes Draw Federal Action
U.S. prosecutors are going after apparent test cheaters who use Bluetooth listening devices to hear answers given by fraudsters during CDL exams in exchange for money.
Toyota Gears Up for Bigger Role at Air Taxi Maker Joby
Joby is among a handful of startups developing eVTOL aircraft — electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles — to fly customers on short commuter journeys via battery-powered air taxis.
Rivian’s R2 Launch Offers Investors Hope in Bleak EV Market
The EV manufacturer reported better-than-expected Q4 results and its first-ever annual gross profit, a key milestone after years of consistent losses.
Inflation Falls to 2.4% in January
The report suggests inflation could be cooling, but it comes after the cost of food, gas, and rents soared after the pandemic, with consumer prices about 25% higher than they were five years ago.
Reliance Gets US License to Directly Buy Venezuelan Crude
The move comes immediately on the heels of a trade deal with the U.S. that slashes punitive tariffs for Indian exports but demands that the country stop importing discounted Russian oil.