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The Trump administration is launching a trade investigation that opens the door to new tariffs on Chinese goods, ratcheting up tensions before a highly anticipated Trump-Xi summit next week.
Canada is launching an antidumping investigation into truck body imports from China just as Prime Minister Mark Carney is trying to ease trade tensions with the east Asian country.
The Department of Energy recently terminated $7.5 billion in grants for 223 projects that had been approved by the Biden administration.
USA Truck’s business model does not fit DSV’s vision for asset-light North American on-road operations, the company said in a report accompanying the most recent quarter’s results.
New Mexico, Washington and California were warned by DOT Secretary Sean Duffy to enforce English-language proficiency regulations or face withholding of up to 100% of the funds.
A truck driver accused of being under the influence and causing a fiery crash that killed three people on a California freeway is in the country illegally, U.S. ϳԹland Security officials said.
Covenant Reports Revenue Gains Amid Muted Q3 Market
“Overall, we expect modest contraction in our combined truckload fleet and growth in our asset-light segments," Covenant CEO David Parker said.
Bridgestone Taps New CEO With Mandate to Revive Growth
Morita, 52, will take over as CEO on Jan. 1. He’s currently the company’s chief strategy officer and has been with Bridgestone for almost three decades.
Rivian Will Pay $250M to Settle Legal Suit Over Price Hikes
Rivian Automotive agreed to pay $250 million to settle an investor lawsuit against the electric vehicle maker, saying it’s eager to put the legal wrangling behind it.
September Trailer Orders Slip 5% After 4 Positive Months
ACT noted continuing concerns over moderating economic activity, weak for-hire carrier profitability and ambiguous government policy remain as challenges to trailer demand.
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