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Remember the 1970s Oil Crisis? This Isn't That

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 11:44
Higher energy costs have a muted impact on employment now because states where oil production is concentrated can see job gains even as others record losses.

Truckload of Shake Shack Ribs Stolen in Mexico

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 11:43
CEO Rob Lynch said the theft, which Shake Shack had joked about on social media in mid-May, involved 3,000 cases of ribs.

NMFTA Unveils Free Portal for Cyber, Cargo Crime Reports

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 11:18
The Threat Report Portal is designed to help industry participants share information about cyber incidents, suspicious activity and cargo crime.

Trucker Path App Adds Paid Reservations for 50,000 Spots

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 10:00
Trucker Path said it has added more than 50,000 reservable truck parking spots to its app, expanding beyond helping drivers locate free parking.

Trump Order Directs Customs to Crack Down on Tariff Cheats

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 09:40
Officials said the order would address issues that have plagued the customs agency’s ability to enforce trade policy, including  schemes that route shipments through a third country.

Greer Says ‘Deal’s a Deal’ for EU on Capped U.S. Tariffs

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 09:18
The White House on June 2 announced a proposal to hit 60 economies with tariffs of at least 10%. That has caused uncertainty for some trading partners including the EU.

Anti-Cargo Theft Coalition Urges Senate Action on CORCA

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 08:50
The push follows overwhelming bipartisan passage of the bill in the House and adds to a sense of urgency in the Senate to move the measure to Trump's desk.

Deadly Screwworm Parasite Found in U.S. Threatens Cattle Herd

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 08:23
The agency is implementing quarantines, movement controls and surveillance in a 12-mile zone around the detection, and has also expedited the release of sterile flies to prevent the pest’s spread.

Five Below Raises Full-Year Guidance

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 07:59
The retailer said it will stay cautious on spending trends after tax refund-driven demand fades, while continuing to use viral products to drive store traffic.

Service Sector Activity Rises on Consumer Demand

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 07:41
The Institute for Supply Management’s services index rose to a three-month high of 54.5. Readings above 50 indicate expansion.

Oil Prices Fall on Developments in Iran War

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 07:13
Brent crude traded $2.42 lower June 4 at $95.39 per barrel, while benchmark U.S. crude oil shed $2.30 to $93.72 per barrel.

Wall Street Sees Automakers, Suppliers as AI Power Plays

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 16:00
Investors betting that more old-world auto companies are in line to benefit from the boom in AI got another stamp of approval from Wall Street.

Trade Judge Replies to Trump Appeal, Calls Filings 'Colorful'

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 15:45
A judge took the unusual step of personally responding to the Trump administration’s appeal of his order to refund $166 billion in tariffs.

Senators Push Repeal of Federal Excise Tax

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 14:20
Senior senators recently unveiled bipartisan legislation designed to repeal a World War I-era federal excise tax on new heavy-duty trucks, tractors and trailers.

CBP’s ‘Operation Checkmate’ Nets 36 Undocumented Truckers

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 13:42
Of the undocumented truckers arrested during the operation, 30 are from India and six are foreign nationals from El Salvador, Mexico and Russia.

Q&A: EMA’s Jacqueline Gelb Talks Legislation, Regulation

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 13:18
A longtime advocate in Washington for trucking stakeholders, Gelb replaced Jed Mandel, who ended a quarter of a century as EMA president in September 2025.

Walmart CEO Points to High Fuel Prices as ‘Stress Point’

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 12:24
CEO John Furner said that low-income consumers are experiencing greater pressure on high gas prices. “That’s really the stress point, is the price of fuel,” he said.

Gasoline Could Face Supply Crunch, Oil Trader Vitol Warns

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 11:40
With oil refiners skewing their output toward diesel and jet fuel, they inevitably produce less of other petroleum products, including gasoline.

U.S. Takes Quiet Approach to Unblock Strait of Hormuz

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 10:47
Rather than announcing an open challenge against Iran, the U.S. is quietly coordinating with shippers willing to take a different approach.

Uber Cuts 23% of People Division as New President Takes Over

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 10:14
The changes come three weeks after Jill Hazelbaker was promoted to the expanded role of president and chief corporate affairs officer.

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