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

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Striking GM Workers, Union Far From Agreement

General Motors Co. and the United Auto Workers remain far apart in their talks over a new contract, according to the unions top negotiator, making it less likely a strike called Sept. 15 will end within two days like a previous work stoppage did in 2007.

September 17, 2019
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Nebraska Construction Program Focuses on Freight Movement, Flood Recovery

The Nebraska Department of Transportation recently released its 2020 construction program, which includes plans for long-awaited improvements on major routes.

September 17, 2019
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Diesel Sees Slight Price Increase as Analysts Study Impact of Saudi Damage

Even while oil industry analysts are assessing the damage to Saudi Arabias oil field from an aerial attack Sept. 14, the nationwide price of diesel fuel climbed by 1.6 cents to $2.987 per gallon, according to the U.S. Department of Energy report Sept. 16.

September 16, 2019
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US Chamber Leader Tom Donohue Hopeful About Infrastructure Bills Passage

U.S. Chamber of Commerce CEO Tom Donohue indicated on Sept. 16 that a window of opportunity finally has opened up for Congress to act meaningfully on a federal infrastructure measure. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

September 16, 2019
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Cyberattacks: The Ever-Rising Threats

Cyberattacks represent an ever-increasing risk that motor carriers and fleets are up against and which may not be insured under the typical coverages they carry, insurance industry experts said.

September 16, 2019
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With Trump Trade War a Threat, Fed Is Set to Cut Rates Again

WASHINGTON For a second straight time, the Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates this week to try to protect the economy from the consequences of a global slowdown and President Donald Trumps trade war with China.

September 16, 2019
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Insurers Eye Safety Technologies

As the trucking industry grapples with a litigious environment and many motor carriers struggle to manage ever-rising insurance premiums, safety technologies have captured the attention of the insurance industry.

September 16, 2019
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Volkswagen to Pay Up to $87 Million in Australia for Scandal

CANBERRA, Australia Volkswagen has agreed to pay up to 127 million Australian dollars ($87 million) to settle an Australian class action stemming from the 2015 diesel emissions scandal, the German automaker and a lawyer said Sept. 16.

September 16, 2019
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Energy Prices Spike After Saudi Oil Attack

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Global energy prices spiked Sept. 16 after a weekend attack on key oil facilities in Saudi Arabia caused the worst disruption to world supplies on record, an assault for which President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. was locked and loaded to respond.

September 16, 2019
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Railroads PTC Implementation Progressing, FRA Announces

Rail operators implementation of automatic braking technology continues to show progress, federal regulators announced this week.

September 13, 2019