The U.S. government withdrew from a long-standing trade agreement with Mexico governing tomato imports and will push forward with a new tariff of just over 17%.
July 15, 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.
Duffy Extends Marine Highway 848 Miles, Spurs River Economies
Kentucky’s barge business will benefit since three of its rivers now rank among four new marine highways designated by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.
July 14, 2025Port of Los Angeles Experiences Busiest June on Record
The busiest trade hub in the U.S. saw container traffic rebound last month after a slump in May, as importers grapple with volatility driven by President Donald Trump’s trade war.
July 14, 2025Lucid’s CEO Warns of Price Hikes Even for American-Made Cars
The head of Lucid Group warned that President Donald Trump’s tariffs will drive up costs to build automobiles — even in the U.S.
July 14, 2025Trump Threatens Russia With 100% Tariffs Over Ukraine
President Donald Trump on July 14 threatened Russia with steep tariffs and announced a rejuvenated pipeline for American weapons to reach Ukraine.
July 14, 2025Perspective: How to Combat Auto Transport Fraud
While most transactions in the movement of cars go smoothly, scams often lie in wait. The good news: Carriers already have the necessary tactics and tools to fight back.
July 14, 2025Waymo 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.Â
July 14, 2025GM, 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.
July 14, 2025DTNA to Temporarily Lay Off 2,000 Production Plant Staff
Daimler Truck North America will lay off around 2,000 employees at five sites as the weak and uncertain freight market continues to take a toll on truck manufacturers.
July 14, 2025Tesla 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.
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