U.S. ports continued to see year-over-year container volume increases in April even amid shifting trade policies in recent months.
May 29, 2025Trucking Business News
Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.
US Ports Log Strong April Despite Trade Policy Shifts
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.Â
May 29, 2025Toyota to Sell Seven EV Models in US
Toyota is betting Americans are ready for more U.S.-made electric vehicles. And if they aren’t, it has a plan: exports.
May 29, 2025Ford Recalls 1 Million Vehicles Over Rearview Camera Issue
Ford issued a recall for over 1 million of its vehicles due to a rearview camera software issue, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
May 29, 2025Economy Falls 0.2% in First Quarter
The U.S. economy shrank at a 0.2% annual pace from January through March, the first drop in three years, as President Donald Trump’s trade wars disrupted business.
May 29, 2025Farmers Press for Biofuels Boost to Counter Tariff Losses
After losing their biggest export market, U.S. farmers are now counting on the president’s support for biofuels to prevent their next crop from piling up in storage.
May 29, 2025Chevron Plans 200 Layoffs in Permian Basin
Chevron plans to lay off 200 employees in the Permian Basin, less than the 800 previously reported by the Texas Workforce Commission, the company said May 29.Â
May 29, 2025Trade Court Blocks Most Trump Tariffs, Ruling They're Illegal
A federal court blocked President Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs on imports under an emergency powers law, swiftly throwing into doubt Trump’s signature set of economic policies.
May 29, 2025Tesla Targets June 12 Rollout of Robotaxi Service in Austin
Tesla is poised to begin its long-awaited robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, on June 12, according to a person familiar with the matter.
May 28, 2025Adopting AI in Logistics? Focus on Fit, Not Flash
AI is everywhere in logistics, but real value comes from solving specific operational problems. In this special report, Brian Work — president of CloneOps.ai and former UPS IT executive — shares how to make automation work on the ground. Learn why success depends on workflow fit, scalability, and clear results — not vendor claims. With insights on human oversight and performance benchmarks, this report is essential for teams looking to implement AI that truly delivers.
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