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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.

Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, TCA

Ford Recalls 1 Million Vehicles Over Rearview Camera Issue

Ford issued a recall for over 1 million of its vehicles due to a rearview camera software issue, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

May 29, 2025
Government, Business

Economy Falls 0.2% in First Quarter

The U.S. economy shrank at a 0.2% annual pace from January through March, the first drop in three years, as President Donald Trump’s trade wars disrupted business.

May 29, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Farmers Press for Biofuels Boost to Counter Tariff Losses

After losing their biggest export market, U.S. farmers are now counting on the president’s support for biofuels to prevent their next crop from piling up in storage.

May 29, 2025
Government, Business

Trade Court Blocks Most Trump Tariffs, Ruling They're Illegal

A federal court blocked President Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs on imports under an emergency powers law, swiftly throwing into doubt Trump’s signature set of economic policies.

May 29, 2025
Government, Safety

DOT Nominees Await Senate Consideration for FRA, FTA Posts

David Fink and Marc Molinarlo, nominees for top posts at two Department of Transportation agencies, await consideration before the Senate.

May 28, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment, Logistics

Canada Confirms No Duty Laws Broken in Vietnam Chassis Case

The assessment confirmed an April 9 preliminary ruling by the CBSA, which took into account comments and responses submitted by the main parties.

May 28, 2025
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Sheds 4.9¢ to $3.487 a Gallon

The national average diesel price changed course from a week earlier, dropping 4.9 cents to hit $3.487 a gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released May 28.

May 28, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous, TCA

Michigan County Board Opposes I-94 Self-Driving Corridor

Washtenaw County officials are opposed to proposed express lanes on about 39 miles of Interstate 94 between Ann Arbor and Detroit that one day could be dedicated to self-driving vehicles.

May 28, 2025
Government, Technology, Safety

Arizona Adds Real-Time Truck Parking Info at 4 Stops on I-10

The Arizona Department of Transportation has incorporated real-time truck parking availability status for Interstate 10 rest areas on its state traveler information website.

May 27, 2025
Government, Business

NYC Wins Order Against US Funding Freeze in Congestion Fight

New York won a court order temporarily barring the Trump administration from withholding federal approvals or funds for the state’s transportation projects.

May 27, 2025