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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, Logistics

Duffy Extends Marine Highway 848 Miles, Spurs River Economies

Kentucky’s barge business will benefit since three of its rivers now rank among four new marine highways designated by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.

July 14, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Port of Los Angeles Experiences Busiest June on Record

The busiest trade hub in the U.S. saw container traffic rebound last month after a slump in May, as importers grapple with volatility driven by President Donald Trump’s trade war.

July 14, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Lucid’s CEO Warns of Price Hikes Even for American-Made Cars

The head of Lucid Group warned that President Donald Trump’s tariffs will drive up costs to build automobiles — even in the U.S.

July 14, 2025
Government, Business

Trump Threatens Russia With 100% Tariffs Over Ukraine

President Donald Trump on July 14 threatened Russia with steep tariffs and announced a rejuvenated pipeline for American weapons to reach Ukraine.

July 14, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous, TCA

Waymo Begins Self-Driving Taxi Tests in NYC

Waymo has begun testing its driverless rideshare service in New York City, but rides are not available to the general public. 

July 14, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

DTNA to Temporarily Lay Off 2,000 Production Plant Staff

Daimler Truck North America will lay off around 2,000 employees at five sites as the weak and uncertain freight market continues to take a toll on truck manufacturers.

July 14, 2025
Government, Business

Inflation Expected to Rise on Tariff Impact

Economists have long been warning of a tariff-driven boost to U.S. inflation. The next report on consumer prices will put their conviction to the test.

July 14, 2025
Government, Business

EU Trade Officials Plan Countermeasures to Trump's 30% Tariffs

EU trade ministers agreed July 14 that U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of 30% tariffs on the European Union was “absolutely unacceptable," and they are studying a new set of countermeasures to respond to the move.

July 14, 2025
Government, Business

EU Delays Retaliatory Tariffs on US Goods

The European Union will suspend retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods scheduled to take effect July 14 in hopes of reaching a trade deal with the Trump administration by the end of the month.

July 14, 2025
Government, Business

Trump Announces 30% Tariffs on EU, Mexico to begin Aug. 1

President Donald Trump said he’s levying tariffs of 30% against the EU and Mexico starting Aug. 1, a move that could cause massive upheaval between the U.S. and two of its biggest trade partners.

July 14, 2025