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Tesla Sales Fell Sharply in Q2 Over Musk Backlash

Wed, 07/02/2025 - 09:18
Sales of Tesla electric cars fell sharply in the last three months as boycotts over Elon Musk’s political views continue to keep buyers away.

Old-School Cargo Theft Surges in Mexico

Wed, 07/02/2025 - 08:42
In Mexico, attempts to rob truck cargo jumped by more than a third in the first two months of 2025. “It’s old-school crime,” said Troy Ryley, Mexico president of Echo Global Logistics.

Trucking Still Squeezed by High Costs and Low Rates

Wed, 07/02/2025 - 08:17
ATRI's latest Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking survey found that while the average cost of operating a truck dipped slightly last year, some marginal costs jumped.

Analysis Shows Trump’s Tariffs Would Cost Employers $82.3B

Wed, 07/02/2025 - 08:01
An analysis finds that a critical group of U.S. employers would face a direct cost of $82.3 billion from President Donald Trump’s current tariff plans.

Toyota Postpones EV Plans to Boost Gas-Fueled SUV Production

Wed, 07/02/2025 - 06:00
Toyota Motor Corp. is tapping the brakes on plans to build electric vehicles in the U.S. to free up manufacturing capacity for a popular gas-powered SUV.

Nominations are Open for Transport Topics′ Annual Trucking′s Frontline Heroes Award!

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 23:00
This year, Transport Topics is honoring trucking professionals who tended to disaster struck communities. While raging fires and surging storms appeared around the country, a few remarkable individuals endeavored to lend aid to their neighbors and deliver needed supplies. If you have a friend or colleague in your life who demonstrated great selflessness this year, nominate them to be the next Trucking's Frontline Hero.

Traton Merges International R&D Operations Into Global Unit

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 15:26
Traton Group plans to merge its global research and development operations under one umbrella.

Chipmakers Win Bigger Tax Credit Under Bill Passed by Senate

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 15:11
Sweeping tax legislation passed by the Senate on July 1 would make it cheaper for semiconductor manufacturers to build plants in the U.S., delivering a win to chipmakers.

Trump Dismisses Extension of Tariff Deadline, Hits Japan

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 14:50
President Donald Trump said he is not considering delaying his July 9 deadline for higher tariffs to resume and renewed his threat to cut off talks and impose duty rates on several nations.

FMCSA Aims to Improve DataQs Process

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 14:03
Federal trucking regulators have issued a public notice reopening a lingering 2023 proposal seeking additional comments on how to improve the DataQs process.

USDOT Warns States on Non-Resident CDL Compliance

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 13:36
“Every state must follow federal regulations and ensure only qualified, properly documented drivers are getting behind the wheel of a truck,” Secretary Sean Duffy said.

Bollinger Looks Forward After Restructuring

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 12:59
Bollinger Motors faces a deeply uncertain future after emerging from a brief stint in receivership that came amid a cash crunch and a federal lawsuit over an outstanding $10 million loan.

Diesel Price Cools Off, Drops 4.8¢ to $3.727 a Gallon

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 12:33
Trucking companies were provided some relief on fuel prices as they welcomed July, with the national average price of a gallon of diesel decreasing 4.8 cents to $3.727 a gallon.

DTNA to Relocate 2 West Coast PDCs by 2027

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 10:26
DTNA — parent company of Freightliner, Western Star and Thomas Built Buses — will shut its Phoenix and Reno, Nev., parts distribution centers in 2026 and 2027, respectively.

Tesla Shares Take a Hit as Trump-Musk Feud Reaches Boil

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 09:31
Tesla shares slumped July 1 as the war of words between Elon Musk and President Donald Trump over the tax bill and spending cuts heats up, with Musk saying he may form a new political party.

US Startup Lyten to Buy Northvolt Factory in Poland

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 08:41
California startup Lyten is buying a Polish energy-storage factory from Northvolt in a bid to become a global leader with its sulfur-based batteries.

‘The Party Is Over’ for Car Sales as Tariff Reality Kicks In

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 08:10
The springtime surge in U.S. auto sales landed with a thud in June, setting up a slowdown in the months ahead as carmakers digest tariffs on auto imports and consumers find fewer deals.

US to Resume Mexican Livestock Imports in Phases Following Halt

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 06:00
The U.S. will start reopening ports to Mexican livestock in phases, after trade along the southern border had been halted in May by the spread of a parasitic fly.

Continental Considering $45M Expansion Near San Antonio

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 16:21
Auto parts maker Continental Automotive is considering a $45 million expansion of its New Braunfels, Texas, manufacturing facility.

DHL Partners With Fortum on Battery Recycling

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 14:48
DHL Supply Chain has signed a long-term contract to advance sustainable battery recycling with Fortum Battery Recycling, the company announced June 25.

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