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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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Musk Doesn’t Want to Hear Complaints About Driving System

Elon Musk doesn’t want to hear complaints from customers trying out the driver-assistance system that Tesla Inc. plans to start charging $15,000 for in the coming weeks.

August 24, 2022
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Canada, Germany Aim to Start Hydrogen Shipments in 2025

STEPHENVILLE, Newfoundland — The leaders of Germany and Canada said Aug. 23 a new hydrogen pact will kick-start a transatlantic hydrogen supply chain, with the first deliveries expected in just three years.

August 24, 2022
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Toyota Backs Down in Fight Against California Emission Rules

Toyota Motor Corp. agreed to recognize California’s authority to set its own auto emission standards, ending a standoff stretching back to the Trump administration.

August 23, 2022
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Biden Administration Lowers Deficit Forecast by $400 Billion

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration is forecasting that this year’s budget deficit will be nearly $400 billion lower than it estimated back in March, due in part to stronger than expected revenues, reduced spending and an economy that has recovered all of the jobs lost during the multiyear pandemic.

August 23, 2022
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Inflation Reduction Act Offers Incentives to Increase Electric Truck Adoptions

For those motor carriers seeking to begin or continue their fleet conversions to electric trucks, new federal legislation will offer significant financial assistance.

August 23, 2022
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Business Activity Contracts for Second Straight Month

U.S. business activity contracted for a second straight month in August, reflecting softer demand at both manufacturers and service providers and adding to concerns about the health of the overall economy.

August 23, 2022
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Gas Prices Fall for 70 Straight Days

Gasoline prices in the U.S. have fallen for 70 days straight, the longest down streak since January 2015.

August 23, 2022
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Regional Variance Produces Tiny Drop in Diesel’s National Average

The price of diesel may be showing signs of leveling off after falling again for the ninth consecutive week, but by just two-tenths of a cent, thanks to noticeable regional disparities.

August 22, 2022
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New York Turns to Ships to Head Off Gas Shortage

New York gasoline inventories are so low that suppliers are resorting to expensive U.S. vessels to move fuel into the region and allay the potential for shortages.

August 22, 2022
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VW, Mercedes Line Up Tariff-Friendly Battery Supplies in Deal With Canada

Volkswagen AG and Mercedes-Benz Group AG have sealed agreements with Canada to secure access to raw materials such as nickel, cobalt and lithium for battery production, according to people familiar with the accords.

August 22, 2022