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EPA Rejects CARB Plan to Test Out-of-State Truck Emissions

Fri, 01/30/2026 - 09:30
A California program that aimed to remotely measure the emissions output of heavy-duty vehicles traveling on state roads has been officially halted by the Environmental Protection Agency.

US Issues License for Oil Companies to Operate in Venezuela

Fri, 01/30/2026 - 09:20
The Trump administration issued a general license expanding the ability of oil companies to operate in Venezuela, a significant step to ease sanctions under the new leadership in Caracas.

Auto Supplier Bosch Sees Tough Markets Persisting Until 2027

Fri, 01/30/2026 - 09:08
Robert Bosch GmbH doesn’t expect to see significant improvement in its key markets until next year, adding to cost pressures that already triggered a wave of job cuts.

Funding Deadline at Risk Despite Shutdown Deal

Fri, 01/30/2026 - 08:53
President Trump announced that an agreement had been reached and urged both parties to vote for it, but lawmakers are almost certain to fail to enact the measure before the deadline.

Trump Picks Kevin Warsh to Lead the Federal Reserve

Fri, 01/30/2026 - 08:32
Warsh, who served on the U.S. central bank’s Board of Governors from 2006 to 2011 and has previously advised Trump on economic policy, would succeed Jerome Powell when his term ends in May.

Amazon in Talks to Commit $50 Billion to OpenAI

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 16:39
The ChatGPT maker has held discussions with Amazon, Nvidia and SoftBank Group for a new funding round, according to a person familiar with the matter. Details still could change.

Jim Filter to Follow Mark Rourke as Schneider CEO in July

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 14:27
Jim Filter currently holds the title of executive vice president and group president of transportation and logistics and will join the board when he takes up his new role.

Nvidia and Mercedes Advance Robotaxi Partnership

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 13:39
“Together, Mercedes-Benz, Nvidia and Uber will build a global platform that makes autonomous driving available to everyone,” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said.

Tennessee Weighs $1M Liability Tied to Undocumented Drivers

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 12:57
The bills would require law enforcement agencies to notify federal immigration agents when arresting an undocumented person operating a CMV in Tennessee.

AI, Cost Discipline Lift C.H. Robinson in Tough Q4

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 12:30
C.H. Robinson Worldwide used cost discipline and leveraged technology like artificial intelligence to gain market share despite fourth-quarter obstacles.

First Brands Founder Indicted on Fraud, Conspiracy Charges

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 12:04
Patrick and Edward James were each charged with nine counts, including continuing financial crimes enterprise, wire fraud, bank fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering.

Shutdown Risk Puts $200M Truck Parking on Hold

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 11:50
A bill that would give a significant funding boost for projects aimed at expanding access to truck parking nationwide appears stuck in the Senate.

Judge Denies Bid to Make California Issue Non-Domiciled CDLs

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 10:06
A federal judge refused a request by Chinese American truckers to force the California Department of Motor Vehicles to resume issuing non-domiciled commercial driver licenses.

Caterpillar Earnings Boosted by AI Data Center Power Demand

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 09:24
The company’s power and energy segment — now Caterpillar’s biggest and fastest-growing segment — posted a 25% profit jump compared to the year-earlier period.

Toyota Keeps Title as Top Carmaker With Record Sales in 2025

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 09:09
Toyota kept its title as the world’s biggest carmaker for a sixth year, widening its lead over Volkswagen by posting record sales despite trade turmoil and growing competition.

US Trade Gap Widens From Smallest Since 2009 as Imports Rise

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 08:51
The goods and services trade gap nearly doubled from the prior month to $56.8 billion, Commerce Department data showed Jan. 29. The trade data has been prone to volatility related to trade policy.

Situation in South Grows More Dire With Icy Roads, Outages

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 08:12
It could be days before power is restored across the South, where more subfreezing temperatures are expected by Jan. 30 in areas unaccustomed to and ill-equipped for such cold.

Tesla Makes Smallest Annual Profit Since the Pandemic

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 07:50
The company reported Jan. 28 that net income last year dropped 46% to $3.8 billion despite the introduction of cheaper models and CEO Elon Musk's promise to remain laser-focused on the company.

Norfolk Southern Profit Slips 12% Amid Merger Costs

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 07:32
Norfolk Southern's quarterly profit slipped 12% amid the uncertain economy as well as unusual costs related to its efforts to merge with Union Pacific in an $85 billion deal.

Werner Boosts Dedicated Unit With FirstFleet Acquisition

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 16:03
Werner Enterprises is set to acquire privately owned dedicated truckload specialist FirstFleet and associated real estate for a combined $282.8 million.

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