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Uber, Nebius to Invest Up to $375 Million in Robotaxi Firm

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 10:31
Uber’s investment expands on a multiyear partnership with Austin-based Avride to deploy autonomous vehicles and food delivery robots.

Tesla Recalls 13,000 EVs Over Risk of Battery Power Loss

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 09:42
The problem stems from a faulty battery pack connection part, which can lead to loss of propulsion without warning, Tesla said in documents posted to NHTSA’s website.

Tesla Investors Pivot to Dreams of AI Future

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 09:19
EVs are the primary way the company can bring in the cash required for its AI investments. And that business is facing slowing demand.

Ranchers Oppose Trump's Plan to Import More Argentine Beef

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 08:34
Agricultural economists say Argentine beef accounts for such a small slice of beef imports — only about 2% — that even doubling that wouldn't change prices much.

US May Cut India Tariff to 15%-16% in Trade Deal

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 08:16
New Delhi may agree to gradually reduce its imports of Russian oil and allow the U.S. to export more non-genetically modified American corn and soymeal, the Mint newspaper reported.

US to Resume Farmer Aid Halted by Shutdown

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 07:58
Farming communities have seen export markets for many crops dissipate and federal safety net programs shrink during the president’s second term.

China’s $1B of Daily US Exports Gives Xi Bargaining Power

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 07:23
Tariffs appear somewhat limited in their ability to control what American firms import, as China’s sway over sectors such as rare earths and electronics makes its products hard to dislodge.

Europe's Auto Industry Braces for Chip Interference Soon

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 06:30
Europe’s auto industry is preparing for production disruption within days because of China’s export restrictions on semiconductors made by Nexperia. The U.S. is likely to be affected too.

Halliburton Branches Into Data Centers as Frack Demand Slows

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 06:00
Halliburton is diversifying into data center power generation amid slackening worldwide demand for oil field fracking, sealing a deal with VoltaGrido.

Soy Loses Gains as Trump Says Meeting With Xi May Not Happen

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 15:50
Soybean futures erased earlier gains after President Donald Trump said a planned meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, may not happen. 

Paccar Q3 Profit Tumbles on Truck Sales Slump

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 15:20
“Paccar delivered good revenues and net income in the third quarter of 2025. Peterbilt, Kenworth and DAF’s excellent trucks contributed to the good results,” said CEO Preston Feight.

Manufacturing CEOs Want Canada to Mirror Trump Tax Cuts

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 15:12
Manufacturers are telling the Canadian government to take inspiration from Donald Trump’s tax cuts to help businesses remain competitive as they face cost pressures and uncertainty.

US Shutdown Leaves Canada in Dark on Major Chunk of Exports

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 14:40
Canada’s statistics agency says it hasn’t received data on U.S. imports of Canadian goods for September, raising the possibility it will be unable to proceed with a release of trade figures.

Florida to Add Truck Parking to I-4 Freight Corridor

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 14:19
A truck parking expansion project being fast-tracked for completion by the fall of 2027 will add 100 spaces to an existing parking facility in Polk County at the Polk Parkway and I-4 interchange.

Jeep Factory Stopped for 3 Weeks After Aluminum Plant Fire

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 14:15
A Stellantis plant in Michigan will remain shut down for several weeks due to a shortage of key components, a sign of the growing fallout from a supplier’s aluminum factory fire last month.

Walmart Halts Job Offers to Candidates Needing H-1B Visas

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 13:48
Walmart has paused offers to candidates requiring H-1B visas, sources said, the latest example of how the Trump administration’s $100,000 visa fees are disrupting workforces.

Cargill Profit Spikes 86% With Boost From Trump Tax Bill

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 13:08
Cargill's profit surged 86% in its Q1 as the largest private company in the U.S. benefited from President Donald Trump’s tax bill and better performance in all its business segments.

US to Buy 1 Million Barrels for Strategic Petroleum Reserve

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 12:09
The Energy Department is seeking oil for delivery in December and January, using a portion of the $171 million from President Trump’s tax and spending law that provided for crude purchases.

Paccar, Daimler, Accelera JV Delays Battery Cell Production

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 11:40
Amplify Cell Technologies is pushing back the start of battery cell production at its facility in Mississippi to 2028 from 2027, Paccar revealed publicly for the first time Oct. 21.

Trucker Path Unveils Truck Driver-Focused Insurance Division

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 11:23
Trucker Path Insurance is available through the existing mobile app, and plans provide coverage regardless of operation type, commodities hauled or areas of service.

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