Auto parts maker First Brands Group is discussing options with its creditors for restructuring its $6 billion debt load that include a possible Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
September 22, 2025Trucking Business News
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September 22, 2025Trump Blocks US Steel Plan to Stop Processing at Plant
The White House said the president would exercise his “golden share” power that was a key element in the administration’s decision to allow Nippon Steel to buy out U.S. Steel.
September 22, 2025US Lawmakers Call for Fair Market Access in Rare China Visit
The trip may contribute to stabilizing ties ahead of a possible meeting between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump on the sidelines of the APEC summit in South Korea next month.
September 22, 2025As Supply Chain Volatility Rises, 4PLs Prove Strategic
The role of a 4PL typically has been that of a “trusted adviser" that manages a customer’s entire supply chain at a single point of contact.
September 22, 2025Ford, Slate Focus on Affordable EV Pickup Trucks
With President Donald Trump’s tax bill killing EV incentives at the end of the month, the push for a sub-$30,000 vehicle that runs on electrons may help buttress the projected dip in sales.
September 22, 2025Duffy Raises DEI Contract, Cost Concerns for Baltimore Bridge
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is raising concerns about Maryland’s oversight in replacing the Francis Scott Key Bridge and increasing costs for the federally funded project.
September 22, 2025Walmart Adds °®¶ą´«Ă˝ Delivery for Ozempic, Insulin
Shoppers can receive refrigerated prescriptions along with groceries and other products in a single online order, which can be delivered in as fast as 30 minutes.
September 22, 2025Uber Freight, Tesla Launch EV Purchase Accelerator
The partners’ “Dedicated EV Fleet Accelerator Program” aims to entice carriers to speed adoption of battery-electric trucks by subsidizing the cost of the hardware.
September 22, 2025US Trailer Orders Hit Four Months of Year-Over-Year Gains
U.S. trailer orders reached four consecutive months of year-over-year gains in August, ACT Research reported. Preliminary net data showed an increase of 7% to 9,000 units.
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