Transportation Compliance News

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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, Equipment, Safety

Court Slashes $462 Million Wabash Verdict to $120 Million

A St. Louis court has drastically reduced a $462 million jury verdict issued against trailer manufacturer Wabash in connection with a 2019 fatal accident.

March 25, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Court Preserves Detroit Transmission Housing Supply Line

A component supplier must continue to supply Detroit Diesel with housings for Detroit-branded transmissions installed on Freightliner and Western Star truck production lines, a court ruled.

March 25, 2025
Government, Business, Private

Consumer Confidence Falls to Lowest Reading Since 2021

U.S. consumer confidence continued its sharp 2025 decline as Americans’ views about their financial futures slumped to a 12-year low, driven by rising anxiety over tariffs and inflation.

March 25, 2025
Government, Business, Private

Kroger Fights Suit by Albertsons Over Failed Deal

Kroger is fighting back against a lawsuit brought by Albertsons over its failed $24.6 billion takeover of the rival grocery chain.

March 25, 2025
Government, Business

Carney Says Canada Wants to ‘Get Serious’ on Trade Talks

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his top Cabinet ministers are in contact with White House officials and want to have “serious” negotiations about trade.

March 25, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

Fleets and Insurers Respond to Freight Theft Surge

The industry has made some progress in its response to theft but needs to develop more effective countermeasures, according to multiple insurance brokers.

March 25, 2025
Government, Business, Safety

Trump Taps Derek Barrs for FMCSA Head Amid Turmoil

The nomination of Barrs, a former Florida Highway Patrol chief with more than three decades in public safety, follows a string of leadership changes at the agency.

March 25, 2025
Government, Business, Safety

ASCE Report Card: Infrastructure Improved Under Biden

The American Society of Civil Engineers gives U.S. infrastructure a C grade, up slightly from previous reports, largely due to investments made during the Biden administration.

March 25, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

Waymo to Bring Its Driverless Taxis to Washington in 2026

Waymo on March 25 added Washington to its pioneering robotaxi service’s expanding list of U.S. markets, although passengers will have to wait until next year to take a driverless ride.

March 25, 2025
Government, Business, Global Freight, Top 50

US Postmaster General DeJoy Resigns as Deputy Takes Over

U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has resigned, hastening his previously announced departure as the nation’s postal agency looks to stem financial losses and overhaul its operations.

March 24, 2025