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Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow whats happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

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Logistics Firms Staying Flexible for the Future

Logistics companies are prioritizing flexibility and resilience at a time when global trade patterns are shifting and the next supply chain disruption may be right around the corner.

April 10, 2025
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Trucking Groups Voice Support for Staged Accident Bill

Two trucking associations have voiced their support for a bill introduced in Congress that would make it a federal crime to stage a crash with a commercial motor vehicle.

April 10, 2025
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Tariff Threats Cause Surge, Uncertainty for Border Trucking

Trucking companies along the southern border faced increased freight and heightened uncertainty as the threat of tariffs loomed over the first quarter, according to industry experts.

April 10, 2025
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Truck Prices to Rise as Early as May Due to Tariffs

Truck manufacturers are set to raise the prices of new Class 8 tractors as early as May as a result of tariffs on U.S. imports, with further hikes likely on the way.

April 10, 2025
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Inflation Fell in March Ahead of Tariff Impact

U.S. inflation declined last month as the cost of gas fell, a sign that price growth was cooling even as President Donald Trump ramped up his tariff threats.

April 10, 2025
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EU Pauses Tariff Retaliation for 90 Days to Match Trump Move

The EUs executive commission said April 10 it will put trade retaliation measures on hold for 90 days to match President Donald Trumps pause on his new tariffs and leave room for negotiation.

April 10, 2025
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Hill Republicans Escalate Pushback on Biden-Era EV Guidance

Congressional Republicans have ramped up their opposition to Biden-era guidance designed to promote electric vehicles at the expense of those powered by fossil fuels.

April 10, 2025
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Trump Orders Musks DOGE to Help Overhaul Navy Shipbuilding

President Donald Trump's executive order is intended to blunt Chinas maritime dominance by offering new funding streams to support U.S. shipbuilding, according to an official.

April 10, 2025
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EPA to Reduce HQ Footprint, Save $18 Million

EPA will consolidate staff currently in the Ronald Reagan Building into the agencys remaining headquarters facilities in Federal Triangle, an EPA spokesperson said April 8.

April 9, 2025
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No New Tariffs for Canada, Mexico Under Trump Update

President Donald Trumps sudden change to tariff policy on April 9 wont affect the rates that currently apply to Canadian and Mexican products, according to a White House official.

April 9, 2025