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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.

Government, Business

Getting Your Fleet CARB-Compliant

Is your fleet ready for California's Clean Truck Check program? Our guide helps you navigate CARB compliance, avoid costly fines, and keep your trucks rolling. Learn how telematics can simplify the process and contribute to a cleaner California.

April 3, 2025
Government, Business, Safety

Supreme Court Sides With Truck Driver in CBD Oil Case

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a truck driver who tested positive for marijuana and was fired from his job after he used what he argued was a mislabeled CBD oil product.

April 3, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Canada Hits US Autos With Tariffs, Mirroring Trump’s Move

Canada will put 25% retaliatory tariffs on U.S.-made vehicles in response to the Trump administration’s import taxes on foreign autos, Prime Minister Mark Carney said April 3.

April 3, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

OPEC+ Deepens Oil Price Slump by Accelerating Supply Hike

OPEC+ agreed to make a larger than expected oil supply hike in May, deepening the slump in oil prices triggered by President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

April 3, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Stellantis Pauses Work at Canada, Mexico Plants

Stellantis NV is temporarily halting work at factories in Canada and Mexico as U.S. tariffs begin to impact operations across the automotive industry.

April 3, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Sweeping Trump Tariffs Draw Dismay Around the Globe

Sweeping new tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump provoked dismay, threats of countermeasures and urgent calls for talks from countries around the globe.

April 3, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Maersk Buys Panama Canal Railway Despite Trump Threat

A.P. Moller-Maersk purchased a railway linking ports at both ends of the Panama Canal, undermining the U.S.'s presence along a trade route where Donald Trump is trying to elbow out competitors.

April 3, 2025
Government, Business

Trump Announces New Tariffs to Promote US Manufacturing

President Donald Trump rolled out a whole new set of tariffs April 2 in a move that experts warn could disrupt transportation and the supply chain.

April 2, 2025
Government, Business

Transportation Secretary Duffy Promotes Permitting Reform

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is asking Congress to consider reforming permitting regulations specific to construction projects as part of an update to federal highway policies.

April 2, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Federal Funding Cuts Set to Slow Spread of EV Chargers

President Donald Trump’s federal funding cuts are poised to slow down growth in the installation of electric-vehicle charging stations across the country, according to the CEO.

April 2, 2025