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Trump Delays US Tariffs on Heavy Truck Imports to Nov. 1

President Donald Trump said 25% duties on medium- and heavy-duty trucks would begin Nov. 1, the latest expansion of his tariff regime aimed at protecting domestic industries.

October 6, 2025
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German Carmakers Receive EV Tax Boost Before Summit With Merz

Germany’s ruling coalition confirmed it will extend a tax exemption for new EVs as part of a broader effort to support the nation’s key car industry in the transition to more climate-friendly technologies.

October 6, 2025
BusinessLogisticsFor-Hire

FedEx Freight Completes Executive Team With New CFO Witt

Marshall Witt's appointment marks a return to familiar ground. He spent 15 years at FedEx earlier in his career, including in senior finance leadership positions at FedEx Freight.

October 6, 2025
GovernmentBusinessLogisticsPrivate

Walmart to Open $300M Fulfillment Center in North Carolina

The facility is expected to open in 2027, and will ship large items to consumers, sometimes for next-day delivery.

October 6, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

DOT Funding for Rural Air Service Could Lapse Oct. 12

The Essential Air Service supports more than 170 communities across the U.S. and in Puerto Rico, with Alaska relying most heavily on it.

October 6, 2025
BusinessTechnologySafetyLogistics

Guy Fieri’s Tequila Stolen in Double Brokering Scheme

"How do you lose, you know, that many thousands of bottles of tequila?" Fieri told "60 Minutes." He said that if a theft like this can happen to his company, “then everybody’s vulnerable.â€

October 6, 2025
GovernmentBusinessFor-Hire

If Trump Tariffs Are Ruled Illegal, Refund Chaos Is Expected

Companies that paid the $165 billion in customs duties collected so far this fiscal year won’t have an easy time getting their money back.

October 6, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentAutonomous

Tesla Teases New Product Unveiling

Tesla last added a new product to its lineup almost two years ago with the Cybertruck, and the polarizing pickup has been a disappointment.

October 6, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

Stellantis Plans $10 Billion in US Investments, Reports Say

Stellantis is focused on reclaiming the success of the Jeep brand and considering fresh investment into Dodge, which could result in a new Dodge V8 muscle car, and possibly the Chrysler brand.

October 6, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Trump Plans Aid Package for Soybean Farmers

But farmers are worried that time is quickly running out to reach a trade deal with China in time to sell any of this year’s crop to their biggest customer.

October 6, 2025