General News
DOT Moves to Slash Dozens of Trucking Regulations
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Trump administration says it will go to the Supreme Court if needed to overturn a May 28 court decision against his new tariffs.