General News
House Votes to Overturn California Ban on Gasoline Cars
The U.S. House voted 246-164 to roll back an EPA authorization issued under former President Joe Biden, which let California ban gasoline-powered cars by 2035.
Trade War Leads CPKC Railway to Lower 2025 Guidance
Canadian Pacific Kansas City cut its financial outlook for this year due to the uncertainty caused by the U.S. administration’s tariff and trade policy.
General Motors Trims 2025 Guidance
General Motors is lowering its profit expectations for the year as the carmaker braces for a potential impact from auto tariffs as high as $5 billion in 2025.
Tesla Chair Denies Reported CEO Search and Backs Elon Musk
Tesla's chair denied a report that said board members started a search for a CEO to succeed Elon Musk, saying directors are “highly confident” in his abilities.
Aurora Debuts First Driverless Trucking Service in US
Aurora Innovation has launched the nation’s first commercial driverless freight service, sending autonomous 18-wheelers between Dallas and Houston without a human behind the wheel.
EU to Present Trade Proposals to US Negotiators Next Week
The European Union is planning to share a paper with the U.S. next week that will set out a package of proposals to kick-start trade negotiations with the Trump administration.
Amazon Plans Dozens of US Warehouses in Rural Expansion
Amazon.com Inc. plans to build dozens of warehouses to serve rural areas in the U.S. before the end of next year, growing its footprint as the company works to rely less on other carriers.
Rivian Stockpiled EV Batteries From Asia Before Trump Tariffs
Rivian quietly built a reserve of electric vehicle batteries from Asia ahead of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, giving the company a measure of insurance against economic upheaval.
Ford to Hold Off on Price Increases to Assess Rivals' Actions
Ford Motor Co. won’t increase the price of its vehicles until it sees how competing carmakers respond to higher costs imposed by President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Manufacturers See Hydrogen Engine Use Cases, Advantages
The hydrogen internal combustion engine is already considered zero-emissions technology in the European market, and interest in the North American market is increasing.
Two Charged in Murder of FBI Informant in Truck Scam
A sweeping federal grand jury indictment has charged two New Orleans men with the murder of a cooperating FBI witness in the investigation of dozens of staged crashes with trucks since 2011.
GM Recalls Nearly 600,000 Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC Cars
General Motors is recalling nearly 600,000 vehicles across its Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC brands in the U.S. due to potential manufacturing defects that can cause engine failure.
Werner Reports Q1 Revenue of $712M Despite Headwinds
Werner Enterprises reported first-quarter results were below expectations due to insurance costs, weather and customer activity, the carrier reported April 29.
Mondelez Says Wary US Shoppers Are Cutting Back on Snacks
Mondelez International posted slower-than-expected sales growth as worries about inflation and the economy push consumers to prioritize essentials over cookies, crackers and sweets.
Trucking Stakeholders Amplify Cargo Theft Concerns
Freight industry stakeholders renewed calls for senior policymakers to advance legislation designed to respond to long-standing cargo theft concerns.
Trucking Stakeholders Amplify Cargo Theft Concerns
Freight industry stakeholders renewed calls for senior policymakers to advance legislation designed to respond to long-standing cargo theft concerns.
XPO Increases Earnings Off Lower Revenue for Q1
XPO Inc. increased earnings 3% despite a year-over-year decline in revenue during the first quarter of 2025, the company reported April 30.
Lawmakers Revive Bipartisan Bill to Restore US Shipbuilding
U.S. lawmakers are reintroducing legislation that aims to revive American shipbuilding, riding off momentum of an executive order from President Donald Trump announced in April.
Alternative Fuels ‘Back on the Menu’ at ACT Expo
Speakers and exhibitors at the 2025 Advanced Clean Transportation Expo illustrated a growing interest in cleaner-burning and renewable fuels for the internal combustion engine.
Caterpillar Expects Lower 2025 Sales if Trump Tariffs Stay
Caterpillar expects slightly lower sales this year if Trump administration tariffs remain in place and the economy dips into a recession in the second half.