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DOT Moves to Slash Dozens of Trucking Regulations

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 15:53
While many of the revisions may seem minor, the agency said that in total, the deregulatory package will rescind, withdraw or amend burdensome regulations that do not enhance safety.

Partnerships to Fuel JoyRide's Zero-Emission Ambitions

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 14:39
JoyRide Logistics is setting about building partnerships in its bid to convince shippers to transition from a wholly diesel fleet to zero emissions.   

Kenworth Expands Powertrain Options for T680, T880, W990

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 14:31
The truck maker will make powertrains with the Paccar TX-12 PRO automated transmission and Paccar MX-13 engine combination available to T680, T880 and W990 customers.

Virginia Wins $366M Distribution Center in Lego's US Expansion

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 14:07
Virginia has landed a $366 million deal with The Lego Group to build a 2 million-square-foot warehouse and distribution center near Richmond.

Rivian Eyes New Debt Deal

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 13:04
JPMorgan is leading a potential high-yield bond sale for EV manufacturer Rivian Automotive, partly to refinance its upcoming debt, according to people familiar with the transaction.

DOT Pauses Planned Workforce Cuts Due to Litigation

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 12:43
The Department of Transportation said it’s pausing cuts to its workforce while it waits for resolution in pending legal battles over efforts to reduce the size of the federal government.

Volkswagen to Offer Investments to US to Ward off Tariffs

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 10:42
Volkswagen is offering to make large-scale investments in the United States to ward off high tariffs on its imported vehicles, according to chief executive Oliver Blume.

Oreo Maker Mondelez Sues Aldi Over Packaging

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 09:19
Snack food maker Mondelez is suing the Aldi supermarket chain, alleging the packaging for Aldi’s store-brand cookies and crackers “blatantly copies” Mondelez products such as Oreos.

Details Scarce on Nippon-US Steel Deal

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 08:47
President Donald Trump is holding a rally in Pennsylvania on May 30 to celebrate a details-to-come deal for Japan-based Nippon Steel to invest in U.S. Steel.

Trump Says China Violated Its Trade Agreement With US

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 08:14
President Donald Trump accused China of violating an agreement with the U.S. to ease tariffs, ratcheting up tensions between the world’s two largest economies.

Key Inflation Gauge Cools in April

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 07:51
A key U.S. inflation gauge slowed last month as President Donald Trump’s tariffs have yet to noticeably push up prices, while American incomes jumped.

Tariff Truce Keeps China-US Trade Flowing Across the Pacific

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 06:00
The ceasefire in the tariff fight between the United States and China is encouraging trade across the Pacific, holding up freight prices three weeks on, even as container bookings have slowed.

Ford Says Michigan Battery Plant at Risk if Tax Credits Cut

Thu, 05/29/2025 - 16:33
Ford's plan to make electric vehicle batteries at a new site in Michigan would be put at risk if Congress cuts federal incentives for clean energy, the company’s chair said.

House to Debate Transportation Funding Request for Fiscal 26

Thu, 05/29/2025 - 16:06
Subcommittee debate on the bill meant to fund operations at the Department of Transportation is scheduled for July 14 with full committee consideration slated for July 17.

Federal Appeals Court Allows Collection of Tariffs, For Now

Thu, 05/29/2025 - 15:40
The federal appeals court has allowed President Donald Trump to temporarily continue collecting tariffs under the emergency powers law while he appeals the federal trade court’s decision.

Penske Offers Carriers Fantasy Performance Options

Thu, 05/29/2025 - 14:43
Penske Truck Leasing believes it has some of the answers to fleet management optimization with the latest upgrades to its Catalyst AI platform.

Oregon Expands Trucking Oversight With New Law

Thu, 05/29/2025 - 13:54
The bill is intended to expand enforcement to vehicles 10,001-26,000 pounds and will help align state statute with federal law under the interstate compact.

Tennessee to Build $30 Million River Port Near Nashville

Thu, 05/29/2025 - 13:30
Tennessee has formed a venture with barge carrier Ingram Marine Group to build a multimodal inland river port on the Cumberland River near I-24 less than a half hour’s drive from Nashville.

US Ports See More Gains in April Amid Tariff Anxiety

Thu, 05/29/2025 - 12:04
U.S. ports continued to see year-over-year container volume increases in April even amid shifting trade policies in recent months.

Trump to Appeal Ruling Against Tariffs

Thu, 05/29/2025 - 11:52
The Trump administration says it will go to the Supreme Court if needed to overturn a May 28 court decision against his new tariffs. 

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