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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration said the federal government didn't identify a single CDL issued to someone who wasn't eligible.

Fleet executives said achievable incentives and frank discussions about opportunities for cost reductions can help companies operate cohesively to navigate difficult times.

Page Trucking will acquire Goulet Trucking in a move that positions the combined operations among North America’s largest specialized bulk haulers.

The shutdown issue has not gone away for truck buyers, analyst Steve Tam cautions, despite Congress passing a short-term continuing resolution.

The final November sentiment index dropped to 51 from 53.6 in October, according to the University of Michigan. Views of personal finances were the dimmest since 2009.

Carriers attribute the softer outlook to shippers front-loading inventory earlier in the year due to tariff concerns, combined with cautious consumer spending amid inflation worries.

Freight tonnage continued to slow sequentially in October, reaching its lowest level since the start of the year, American Trucking Associations reported Nov. 18.

The Trump administration is eliminating Energy Department offices focused on clean energy and renewables, including an office that conducted research into plug-in electric trucks.

John Thune is urging lawmakers to focus on long-term funding, a move that would preclude another potential shutdown by dispelling Congress’ recent habit of extending short-term measures.

The warming of ties between the U.S. and China have boosted crop prices, with soybeans hovering near the highest levels since June 2024.

The changes will raise shipping services prices approximately 6.6% for Priority Mail service, 5.1% for Priority Mail Express service, 7.8% for USPS Ground Advantage, and 6% for Parcel Select.

Walmart posted strong sales and profits that blew past Wall Street expectations as it sets itself up for a strong holiday shopping season.

Logos of companies laying off workers

Amid wider economic uncertainty, sizable layoffs have continued to pile up for companies across many industries, including transportation — raising worker anxieties.

Tokyo Container Terminal

Trump's Tariffs Put Dent in Japan's Exports to US

President Donald Trump placed a 15% tax on goods imported from Japan. It's a heavy burden for the major U.S. ally, but shipments to the rest of Asia are helping to offset lost sales.

Raj Subramaniam

FedEx CEO Says Global Supply Chain Shocks to Persist

The changes to global trade and supply chains driven by factors including technology and geopolitical risks are likely to persist over the long term, according to FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam.

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Truck Maker MAN to Cut 2,300 Jobs in Germany Over 10 Years

The company, whose parent is Traton Group, warned that high electricity and labor costs paired with rising pressure from Asian competitors are weighing on results.

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Medium-Duty Truck Sales Drop 25% From Prior Year in October

U.S. medium-duty truck sales dropped sequentially and compared with the prior year in October amid ongoing tariff headwinds and market uncertainty, according to data from Omdia Automotive.

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Container ship in Long Beach

Global freight flows have entered a period of transformation as the U.S.-led trade war and other policy changes have upended the business landscape for international shipping.

Walmart trucks

The largest private carriers in North America have navigated volatile markets and shifting freight patterns this year as tariffs and trade deals shake up international supply chains.

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