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ASCE Report Card: Infrastructure Improved Under Biden

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 08:22
The American Society of Civil Engineers gives U.S. infrastructure a C grade, up slightly from previous reports, largely due to investments made during the Biden administration.

Waymo to Bring Its Driverless Taxis to Washington in 2026

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 07:49
Waymo on March 25 added Washington to its pioneering robotaxi service’s expanding list of U.S. markets, although passengers will have to wait until next year to take a driverless ride.

Daimler Truck Ramps Up Testing of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 17:15
Daimler Truck’s heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell electric truck ambitions took another step forward in recent weeks, as testing of the prototype Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck ramped up.

US Postmaster General DeJoy Resigns as Deputy Takes Over

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 16:37
U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has resigned, hastening his previously announced departure as the nation’s postal agency looks to stem financial losses and overhaul its operations.

Diesel Price Rises 1.8¢ After Three Declines

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 15:48
Diesel’s national average price ticked up 1.8 cents to $3.567, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released March 24.

Trump Says Auto Tariffs Coming, Teases Breaks for Some Nations

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 15:13
President Donald Trump said he will announce tariffs on automobile imports in the coming days — and indicated nations will receive breaks from next week’s “reciprocal” tariffs.

Costello Warns That Port Fee Plan Could Upend Supply Chain

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 13:33
ATA Chief Economist Bob Costello points to two international issues that could upend supply chains: a U.S. plan for fees on Chinese-built ships and "cabotage."

Crossword Puzzle Solution for March 24, 2025

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 12:30
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the March 24, 2025 print edition.

US Extends Chevron’s Deadline to Wrap Up Venezuela Operation

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 12:13
The Trump administration extended Chevron’s deadline through May 27 to halt its operations in Venezuela, following lobbying efforts by the Texas-based oil giant.

Trump: Nations That Buy Venezuelan Oil Will Face 25% Tariff

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 11:24
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said he would be placing a 25% tariff on all imports from any country that buys oil or gas from Venezuela as well as imposing new tariffs on the country itself.

NYC Congestion Pricing Raises $52M Amid Trump Backlash

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 10:51
New York City’s congestion pricing raised about $52 million in toll revenue in February as President Donald Trump and Gov. Kathy Hochul remain in a standoff over his bid to end the program.

Freight Trains to Resume Asheville Routes After Hurricane

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 10:07
Norfolk Southern says it expects to reopen its freight railroad line between Asheville and Tennessee by the end of March, six months after Hurricane Helene.

Trump Hails Hyundai’s US Expansion as Tariff Vindication

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 09:32
President Donald Trump lauded plans by Hyundai to expand in the U.S., casting it as a vindication of his use of tariffs to pressure foreign manufacturers to create American jobs. 

Hyundai Plans $20 Billion US Investment

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 09:32
President Donald Trump will tout plans by Hyundai to invest $20 billion in the U.S., as the South Korean automaker moves to boost production on American soil and avoid his tariff threats.

Trump Plans Tariff ‘Liberation Day’ With More Targeted Push

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 08:58
President Donald Trump’s coming wave of tariffs is poised to be more targeted than the barrage he has occasionally threatened, aides and allies say.

Yellow Agrees to Terminate California Terminal Leases

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 08:41
Liquidation of the real estate assets of bankrupt less-than-truckload carrier Yellow Corp. entered a new phase in recent days — termination of terminal lease agreements.

US Levies on Chinese Ships Risk ‘Trade Apocalypse’

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 08:15
A proposal from the U.S. would put million-dollar levies on Chinese ships docking in the U.S. It's aimed at curbing China’s dominance of shipbuilding, logistics and maritime industry.

FMCSA’s Camire Removed From Website After Brief Appointment

Fri, 03/21/2025 - 15:42
The reason for the sudden departure has not been publicly announced. FMCSA has not issued a statement, and the Department of Transportation has not commented on the change.

Trucking Market Shows Signs of Recovery After Long Downturn

Fri, 03/21/2025 - 14:20
Trucking is emerging from a difficult period, and the headwinds that have plagued the industry are beginning to weaken as freight volumes improve and capacity leaves the market.

France Backs Using EU’s Top Trade Tool Against US If Needed

Fri, 03/21/2025 - 14:02
The anti-coercion instrument, which is subject to a number of conditions and steps, would eventually allow the EU to deploy a broad range of retaliatory responses.

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