Trucking is emerging from a difficult period, and the headwinds that have plagued the industry are beginning to weaken as freight volumes improve and capacity leaves the market.
March 21, 2025tariffs News Updates
Keep up with the latest insights into tariffs news with Transport Topics coverage. Our reporters are digging deep to find the most timely, relevant, and actionable information for everyone in logistics. Stay informed on US industry trends, canada tariff market shifts, and key developments that impact trucking and logistics professionals.
Trucking Market Shows Signs of Recovery After Long Downturn
France Backs Using EU’s Top Trade Tool Against US If Needed
The anti-coercion instrument, which is subject to a number of conditions and steps, would eventually allow the EU to deploy a broad range of retaliatory responses.
March 21, 2025China Cuts Back on Small Packages Shipped to US
Chinese companies cut back on the small packages they shipped to the U.S. last month, as President Donald Trump looks to close off the trade and impose tariffs on all imports from China.
March 21, 2025Trump Pressures Fed to Cut Rates as Tariff Concerns Grow
The public pushback on interest rates comes as the Trump White House tries to make its case for stiffer tariffs amid a mixed economic picture in the U.S.
March 20, 2025Tariff Variables Muddy Sales Outlook for Truck Makers
Executives at two of North America’s largest truck makers say questions over the impact of potential tariffs is muddying an already opaque outlook for U.S. Class 8 truck sales.
March 20, 2025Shifting Tariff Policies, Uncertainty Keep Carriers on Edge
Tariffs have the potential to impact trucking capacity, freight lanes, and new and used equipment costs, and uncertainty over what will happen is introducing new challenges for trucking.
March 20, 2025Cargo Numbers Increase in February at Port of Los Angeles
Cargo numbers continued to push higher at the Port of Los Angeles in February — but it came with some caution that the pace could slow by midyear due to tariffs and lower consumer confidence.
March 20, 2025Canada Set for Snap Election With Trade War Rattling Economy
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to call a national election within days, seeking a mandate from voters at a time when businesses have been shaken by a trade war with the U.S.
March 20, 2025EU Delays 50% Tariffs on US Whiskey, Allowing for More Talks
The European Union is delaying its proposed 50% tariff on American whiskey until mid-April, aligning them with broader countermeasures against U.S. steel and aluminum duties.
March 20, 2025Fed Stays the Course on Rates as Inflation Risks Grow
The Federal Open Market Committee voted to keep the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 4.25%-4.5%, and said it would further slow the pace at which it is reducing its balance sheet.
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