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Commercial freight transportation is a machine-based business. Highly technical equipment and advanced engineering are at the center of supply chain and require constant innovation. Transport Topics equipment coverage focuses on the machines and other physical assets that make delivery possible. It looks closely at available truck, trailer, and chassis models, developments in the engineering space, and maintenance innovations and best practices.

Equipment, Safety

Colorado Crackdown Spreads to I-70 for Tire Chain Violators

A new enforcement effort on the I-70 mountain corridor in Colorado will ensure truckers comply with a new law requiring drivers carry tire chains regardless of weather conditions.

March 4, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Continental to Pass Along Tariff Costs to Customers

Continental AG will try to pass on the cost of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump to its customers, according to the German parts maker’s finance chief.

March 4, 2025
Government, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Idaho Launches I-90 Roadside Patrol to Assist Motorists

A new Idaho Transportation Department roadside patrol has been launched along the Interstate 90 freight corridor to more quickly aid motorists in need of assistance.

March 4, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Canada Responds, Puts Tariffs on $107 Billion of US Products

Canada announced a package of counter-tariffs against U.S. products after President Donald Trump confirmed that his administration will go ahead with levies against Canada and Mexico.

March 4, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment, Logistics

Trump Says Tariffs on Foreign Farm Goods Start April 2

The president did not clarify if this plan is part of a previously announced effort to enact so-called “reciprocal” tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners.

March 3, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

Tariffs Could Raise US Car Prices by Up to $12,000

Tariffs of 25% on imports from Canada and Mexico threaten to exacerbate an automotive affordability crisis that is already driving buyers out of the market.

March 3, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Tariffs and Rising Costs Challenge US Factories

The Institute for Supply Management’s manufacturing index slipped by 0.6 point in February to 50.3, according to data released March 3. Readings above 50 indicate growth.

March 3, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

Trump Set to Proceed With Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China

The long-promised tariffs scheduled to take effect March 4 would easily be among the most sweeping of the Trump era, applying to roughly $1.5 trillion in annual imports.

March 3, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Western Nevada College Approved for Third-Party CDL Testing

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles has paved the way for Western Nevada College to provide official third-party testing for exams for commercial driver license students.

March 3, 2025
Business, Equipment

Goodyear Rolls Out New WORK Series Truck Tire

Goodyear has introduced the Cooper WORK Series Regional Haul All-position 2, a SmartWay-verified commercial truck tire designed for superregional and less-than-truckload fleets.

February 28, 2025