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GovernmentBusiness

Economist: Tariffs Risk ‘Irreparable Damage’ to US Carmakers

Noted economist Arthur Laffer warns in a new analysis that President Donald Trump’s tariffs could weaken the ability of U.S. automakers to compete with their foreign counterparts.

March 28, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Nikola Founder Trevor Milton Receives Full Pardon From Trump

“This pardon is not just about me — it’s about every American who has been railroaded by the government, and unfortunately, that’s a lot of people,” Milton said in a press release.

March 28, 2025
GovernmentBusinessLogisticsPrivateTop 100

Walmart Invests $6 Billion in Mexico Even as Economy Slows

Walmart de Mexico SAB (Walmex), the local unit of the U.S. retail giant, plans to invest $6 billion this year in its Mexico operations to add more locations and robotic logistics hubs.

March 28, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Canada's Carney Holds Back Retaliation Until Next Week

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will fight back against President Donald Trump’s tariffs on the auto sector, but he did not outline any new retaliatory measures against the U.S.

March 27, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

Most Carmakers Stand to Feel Pain From Trump's Auto Tariffs

As the fallout from President Donald Trump’s tariff plans comes into relief, a harsh truth is emerging for the automotive industry: There are lots of losers and not many winners.

March 27, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Hyundai Showcases $7.6B Georgia EV Plant, Announces Expansion

Hyundai celebrated the opening of its new $7.6 billion EV factory in Georgia by announcing plans to expand its production capacity by two-thirds to a total of 500,000 vehicles per year.

March 26, 2025
GovernmentBusinessSafetyLogistics

Trump Nominates Navy Veteran Brent Sadler to Lead MARAD

Sadler is a 26-year U.S. Navy veteran and former submariner. He is a senior research fellow in naval warfare and advanced technology at The Heritage Foundation.

March 26, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

Trump Hits Auto Imports With 25% Tariff in Trade Fight

President Donald Trump signed an order to implement a 25% tariff on auto imports, expanding a trade war designed to bring more manufacturing jobs to the U.S.

March 26, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Trump Weighs Imposing Copper Import Tariffs in Weeks

U.S. tariffs on copper imports could be coming within several weeks, months earlier than the deadline for a decision, according to people familiar with the matter. 

March 26, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Ambassador Warns Canada About Using China as ‘Bargaining Chip’

China’s ambassador warned the Canadian government against using it as a “bargaining chip” in trade negotiations with the U.S.

March 25, 2025