General News
Tesla Sales Fell Sharply in Q2 Over Musk Backlash
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
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
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
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
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!
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
Traton Group plans to merge its global research and development operations under one umbrella.
Chipmakers Win Bigger Tax Credit Under Bill Passed by Senate
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
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
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
“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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
DHL Supply Chain has signed a long-term contract to advance sustainable battery recycling with Fortum Battery Recycling, the company announced June 25.