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C.H. Robinson Starts Mexico Freight Consolidation Service

Mon, 09/15/2025 - 09:57
Using bonded warehouses on the southern side of the border will allow shippers to sidestep Mexican customs regulations and engage fewer trucks.

Ford to Move Headquarters to New Campus 3 Miles Away

Mon, 09/15/2025 - 08:43
The new 2.1-million-square-foot structure formally will be called “Ford World Headquarters” when it opens in November.

China Investigates US Semiconductors Ahead of Trade Talks

Mon, 09/15/2025 - 08:21
The Ministry of Commerce announced an anti-dumping probe into certain analog IC chips imported from the U.S. and an anti-discrimination probe into U.S. measures against China’s chip sector.

Musk Answers Tesla’s Pay Proposal With $1 Billion Stock Buy

Mon, 09/15/2025 - 07:56
The purchase amounts to a show of confidence in Tesla’s prospects after a challenging first half of the year in which vehicle deliveries slumped 13% worldwide.

Tesla Chair Says Only Musk Can Lead Company’s Next Chapter

Sat, 09/13/2025 - 06:00
Tesla's chair insists no one other than Elon Musk is capable of leading the company’s transition into artificial intelligence and robotics — but it’s possible he won’t do it from the CEO’s seat.

VW Delays Electric Golf as Cost Cuts Stall Factory Revamp

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 15:47
Volkswagen is facing delays to the launch of its electric Golf, a setback for the German carmaker that’s grappling with a major restructuring, according to people familiar with the matter.

Trump, Union Pacific CEO Discuss Norfolk Southern Acquisition

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 14:50
Union Pacific's CEO discussed the railroad’s proposed $72 billion acquisition of rival Norfolk Southern with President Donald Trump as the company seeks regulatory approval for the deal.

Ram Cancels US All-Electric Pickup Amid Demand Deceleration

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 14:17
Stellantis NV, which owns the Jeep and Ram brands, has canceled plans to bring its all-electric pickup truck to market, its latest product shake-up.

Amazon Tests GM BrightDrop EV Delivery Vans

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 14:07
The pilot, though modest — about 12 vehicles — places the GM vans among a fleet that includes vehicles built by Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Rivian.

Washington Launches Toll Route to Ease Freight Near Ports

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 12:58
This toll road launch is the first mile of the four-lane state Route 509 Expressway being built by the Washington State Department of Transportation.

Exxon Says Its New Form of Graphite Boosts EV Battery Life

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 11:29
CEO Darren Woods said the invention is being tested by several EV manufacturers.

Bessent to Meet Chinese Officials in Spain to Discuss Trade

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 10:41
Bessent will discuss tariffs and national security issues related to the ownership of social media platform TikTok.

EU Lawmakers Seek Tweaks to US Trade Deal

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 09:53
Members of the European Parliament are pushing to insert a sunset clause that would limit the duration of tariff cuts on American industrial goods, and to adjust duties on specific products.

FTC Investigates Amazon, Google Over Advertising Practices

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 09:08
The investigations focus on whether the companies properly disclosed the terms and pricing for ads, Bloomberg reports.

Kroger Questions Warehousing Partnership With Ocado

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 08:10
Kroger could close some existing automated warehouses to cut costs. Britain’s Ocado has been selling automated warehouse technology to power online grocery shopping since 2000.

Montreal Port Project Sees Cost Rise to $1.7 Billion

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 16:23
The cost of a new Port of Montreal terminal that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says is in the national interest has soared to about $1.7 billion, according to a Cabinet minister.

Sheinbaum Aims to Calm China Tensions After Tariff Backlash

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 15:40
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum defended her push to slap new tariffs on Chinese imports, insisting she doesn't seek conflict with China but wants to protect domestic industry.

DHL Supply Chain to Acquire Health Care Specialist SDS Rx

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 15:05
The SDS Rx acquisition is the second purchase of a health care logistics provider in 2025 by the DHL Group unit as part of a worldwide expansion in the high-margin segment.

Tariff Revenue Rises, Sending Deficit to Third-Biggest Ever

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 13:41
Customs duties hit $30 billion last month, marking a 296% surge over August last year, the Treasury Department reported. At the same time, the monthly budget deficit came in at $345 billion.

FMCSA Announces Plans to Launch Fatal Large Truck Crash Study

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 12:17
Advancing a program that stretches back more than 20 years, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced plans for a sweeping study of fatal heavy truck crashes.

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