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Volkswagen’s Elli Expands Into Energy Trading

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 13:35
The shift to intermittent renewables in European electricity markets has created a need for new types of power-purchase agreements and a more flexible demand response from major users.

ChatGPT Developer Offers Advice for AI Adoption in Trucking

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 13:17
Rapid advances in AI promise to transform operations in many industries, including freight transportation, as more powerful AI models become widely available at lower costs.

Consumer Confidence Declines With Recession Fears Rising

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 12:31
A measure of Americans’ short-term expectations for income, business conditions and the job market fell 1.2 points to 74.8, remaining below 80, the marker that can signal a recession ahead.

Walmart Adds Next-Day Shipping in Key Cities

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 11:53
Walmart's fulfillment service, which stores and ships products for third-party marketplace sellers, will provide next-day delivery in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston and Atlanta.

CPKC Not Interested in Merger, Warns of Risks

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 11:29
The statement comes about a month after rival Union Pacific agreed to acquire Norfolk Southern in a cash-and-stock transaction valuing the company at about $72 billion.

EPA Moves to Block California’s Roadside Emissions Checks

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 11:01
This time EPA is targeting the California Air Resources Board’s Clean Truck Check law, also known as the Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program.

End of De Minimis Rule Aug. 29 to Hit Shoppers, Businesses

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 10:38
Having to pay import taxes on small parcels from other countries likely will be a big change for some small businesses and online shoppers.

US Takes Steps to Hit India With 50% Tariff

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 09:06
President Donald Trump announced plans earlier this month to double tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 50% over its purchases of Russian oil.

Mack Begins Pioneer Tractor Production at Macungie Plant

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 08:39
Mack hopes the Pioneer — with a more aerodynamic shape than its predecessor, the Anthem — will help revitalize the company's fortunes in the longhaul segment of the truck market.

Randy Marten to Return as Marten Transport CEO

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 08:34
Marten will succeed current CEO Timothy Kohl, who is retiring Sept. 30, the Mondovi, Wis.-based carrier said.

Trump Threatens 3 States Over English Enforcement for Drivers

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 08:17
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the states will lose money from the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program if they don’t comply with the rules within 30 days.

Florida Launches Immigration Checks at Weigh Stations

Mon, 08/25/2025 - 15:20
“If you come through these inspection stations and you are an illegal or breaking the law you will be handed over to our local or federal law enforcement partners,” a Florida official said.

BP Refinery Shutdown Fuels Midwest Price Surge

Mon, 08/25/2025 - 14:28
An outage at the largest inland U.S. refinery has raised gasoline prices in the Midwest ahead of the Labor Day holiday, the final major travel weekend of the country’s peak driving season.

Canada’s LeBlanc Will Head to Washington for Trade Talks

Mon, 08/25/2025 - 13:33
“We are looking, I hope, for an agreement that will put us in a better position than we are right now,” Dominic LeBlanc said Aug. 25 in a French-language radio interview.

US, South Korea Eye Closer Ties on Security, Shipbuilding

Mon, 08/25/2025 - 12:52
Still, President Trump indicated that the agreement for a 15% tariff on South Korean imports would likely stick as is, despite Seoul’s efforts to secure better terms. 

Crossword Puzzle Solution for August 25, 2025

Mon, 08/25/2025 - 12:30
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the August 25, 2025 print edition.

US Agency Proposes Including Copper in Critical Minerals

Mon, 08/25/2025 - 11:39
The Trump administration has made the revival of U.S. metals and minerals production a key priority with a focus on copper, which is used in transportation.

NHTSA Investigates Honda Engine Failure Risks

Mon, 08/25/2025 - 09:36
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it’s aware of about 3,000 complaints alleging that 3.5 liter V-6 engines in Honda and Acura vehicles from the 2016 through 2020 model years failed because of faulty connecting rod bearings.

Swiss Post Joins Other Nations Suspending US Goods Shipments

Mon, 08/25/2025 - 08:52
The move by Switzerland’s national postal service follows President Donald Trump’s elimination of a tariff loophole for so-called “de minimis” merchandise.

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