General News
Waymo Begins Self-Driving Taxi Tests in NYC
Waymo has begun testing its driverless rideshare service in New York City, but rides are not available to the general public.
GM, LG Energy Solutions to Make EV Batteries in Tennessee
General Motors and LG Energy Solution plan to add more battery production lines at their joint venture plant in Tennessee to make lower-cost cells starting in late 2027, the companies said.
Daimler Truck NA Temporarily Lays Off 573 in North Carolina
Daimler Truck North America is temporarily laying off 573 workers at its two Mount Holly sites, according to a North Carolina WARN Act report filed July 11.
Tesla Goes to Trial Over Fatal Autopilot Crash in Florida
Tesla will stand trial over claims that the company is partly to blame for a fatal 2019 crash in Florida that occurred when the Autopilot system in a Model S allegedly failed to detect a parked SUV.
Tesla Semi Generally Matches ArcBest’s Diesels, Pilot Finds
ArcBest offered the latest window into what to expect from the long-awaited Tesla Semi battery-electric tractor, including energy consumption ratings matching its diesel peers.
Daimler Deepens Diesel Engine Focus, Boosts Investment
Daimler Truck executives signaled a renewed focus on diesel powertrains at the company’s Capital Market Day 2025.
Inflation Expected to Rise on Tariff Impact
Economists have long been warning of a tariff-driven boost to U.S. inflation. The next report on consumer prices will put their conviction to the test.
European Trade Ministers Pledge Unity After Trump’s Tariffs
European trade ministers were hopeful for a negotiated trade deal after the U.S. announced 30% tariffs on the EU, but also expressed resolve in preparing countermeasures if talks break down.
EU Delays Retaliatory Tariffs on US Goods
The European Union will suspend retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods scheduled to take effect July 14 in hopes of reaching a trade deal with the Trump administration by the end of the month.
Trump Announces 30% Tariffs on EU, Mexico to begin Aug. 1
President Donald Trump said he’s levying tariffs of 30% against the EU and Mexico starting Aug. 1, a move that could cause massive upheaval between the U.S. and two of its biggest trade partners.
Use Cases for Truck Fleet Hybridization Begin to Emerge
Some manufacturers are introducing forms of hybridization geared specifically toward freight transportation.
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EU, US Spar Over Car and Farm Tariffs
People familiar with the negotiations cautioned that any potential deal could be upended by President Trump, who has yet to comment publicly on the arrangements under discussion.
US, India Nearing Interim Tariff Deal Below 20%
India doesn’t expect to receive a tariff demand letter — unlike many other nations this week — and anticipates the trade arrangement will be announced through a statement.
Electric Yard Tractors See Uptick in Fleet Adoption
Although proponents of electric terminal tractors say it’s just a matter of time before they’ll fill yards across the country, there are still some challenges ahead.
Amazon Accused of Hiring Spree to Block Canadian Union Drive
Amazon “bombarded” employees with messages that were generally anti-union, the labor body said, though the company said it was “simply providing facts.”
US Tariff-Driven Customs Receipts Top $100 Billion
The Treasury Department recorded $27 billion in customs-duties revenue for June, bringing fiscal year-to-date inflows from levies to $113 billion.
Ford Recalls 850,000 Cars Due to Potential Fuel Pump Failure
Ford is recalling more than 850,000 of its cars because the low-pressure fuel pump inside the vehicles may fail — and potentially cause an engine stall while driving, increasing crash risks.
US Again Closes Border With Mexico to Livestock Imports
The U.S. has closed its southern border again to livestock imports, saying a flesh-eating parasite has moved farther north in Mexico than previously reported.