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GM Recalls Nearly 600,000 Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC Cars

General Motors is recalling nearly 600,000 vehicles across its Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC brands in the U.S. due to potential manufacturing defects that can cause engine failure.

April 30, 2025
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Trucking Stakeholders Amplify Cargo Theft Concerns

Freight industry stakeholders renewed calls for senior policymakers to advance legislation designed to respond to long-standing cargo theft concerns.

April 30, 2025
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Alternative Fuels Back on the Menu at ACT Expo

Speakers and exhibitors at the 2025 Advanced Clean Transportation Expo illustrated a growing interest in cleaner-burning and renewable fuels for the internal combustion engine.

April 30, 2025
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Caterpillar Expects Lower 2025 Sales if Trump Tariffs Stay

Caterpillar expects slightly lower sales this year if Trump administration tariffs remain in place and the economy dips into a recession in the second half.

April 30, 2025
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Tesla Aims for Full-Scale Production of Semi in 2026

The future of the updated Semi is bright and electric, according to Dan Priestley, senior manager of Semis for Tesla.

April 30, 2025
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Toyota Starts Collaboration on Autonomous Cars With Waymo

Japans top automaker, Toyota, announced a partnership with U.S. autonomous driving technology company Waymo on April 30.

April 30, 2025
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Mack Trucks Announces Pioneer Electric Plans

Mack Trucks pulled back the curtain April 29 on plans to launch a battery-electric version of the Volvo Group divisions recently unveiled flagship on-highway Class 8 tractor, the Pioneer.

April 29, 2025
BusinessEquipment

International Motors Job Cuts Limited to Mexico, CEO Says

International Motors does not expect any job cuts at its U.S. manufacturing facilities despite a slump in demand in the first quarter of 2025, CEO Mathias Carlbaum said April 29.

April 29, 2025
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Trump Signs Order Providing Relief From Auto Tariffs

President Donald Trump signed an executive order easing the impact of his auto tariffs, yielding to weeks of intense lobbying from automakers, parts suppliers and car dealers.

April 29, 2025
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Paccar Q1 Profit Dives on Demand Slump, European Charge

Bellevue, Wash.-based Paccar reported net income of $505.1 million in the first three months of 2025, less than half the $1.2 billion profit posted in the year-ago period.

April 29, 2025