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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 what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

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EU Open to Cutting Tariffs to Avert US Trade War

The European Union is ready to discuss cutting tariffs on autos and other goods as it seeks to head off a trade war with the U.S., the bloc’s top trade official said Feb. 19 in Washington.

February 19, 2025
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Tariff Concerns Drive Record Imports at Port of Los Angeles

The busiest trade hub in the U.S. moved more containers last month than in any previous January, as importers rushed to bring in goods before President Donald Trump's potential tariff hikes.

February 19, 2025
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Jaxport Finishes Roll-On/Roll-Off Cargo Berth to Add Capacity

The Jacksonville Port Authority has completed half of a $60 million project to increase capacity for vehicle shipments after finishing a project at Blount Island Marine Terminal.

February 19, 2025
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Senate Confirms Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary

The Senate confirmed wealthy financier Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary Feb. 18, putting in place a staunch supporter of President Donald Trump’s hardline trade polices.

February 19, 2025
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Japan Broaches Car Tariffs With US as Trump Threatens Hikes

Japan has raised the issue of auto tariffs with the U.S. after President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 25% levy on car imports, a move that would deliver a big blow to Japan’s economy.

February 19, 2025
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Trump Signals 25% Tariffs on Auto, Tech, Drug Imports

President Donald Trump said he would likely impose tariffs on automobile, semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports of around 25%, with an announcement coming as soon as April 2.

February 18, 2025
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Diesel Price Bumps Up 1.2¢ to $3.677 a Gallon

The national average diesel price crept up 1.2 cents to $3.677 a gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data Feb. 18.

February 18, 2025
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EPA Takes First Step to Block CARB Clean Trucks Rule

The EPA has taken a first step aimed at rescinding the Biden administration’s waivers granted for California’s Advanced Clean Trucks and Omnibus low nitrogen oxides rules.

February 18, 2025
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Amazon Warehouse Workers Reject Union Bid in North Carolina

Amazon workers at a warehouse in North Carolina overwhelmingly rejected union representation.

February 18, 2025
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Postmaster General Louis DeJoy Plans Exit

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy asked the board overseeing the U.S. Postal Service to begin the succession process, paving the way for his departure after a turbulent run of almost five years.

February 18, 2025