Container liners are starting to sever shipping routes that link the U.S. and China across the Pacific, as President Donald Trump’s trade war upends the industry.
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Container Lines Begin Canceling US-China Shipping Routes
China Agrees to Trade Talks With US
China announced a barrage of measures meant to counter the blow to its economy from U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war, as the two sides prepared for talks later this week.
May 7, 2025Tariffs Force Rivian to Lower Annual Delivery Outlook
The company now expects to sell 40,000 to 46,000 battery-powered pickups, SUVs and delivery vans this year, it said May 6 while reporting first-quarter results.
May 6, 2025Labor Department Reviewing Independent Contractor Rule
The Labor Department is reviewing the Biden administration’s 2024 worker classification guidance, which directs employers on how to determine whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor.
May 6, 2025C.H. Robinson's Earnings Surge 46% Despite Lower Revenue
Logistics and shipping giant experienced a 45.6% surge in earnings off lower revenue during the first quarter of 2025, the company reported April 30.
May 6, 2025Weak US On-Highway Truck Demand Drags on Q1 Cummins Revenue
Equipment manufacturer Cummins saw revenue fall in Q1 on the back of weaker on-highway truck sales in both North and South America and broad buyer worry about business trends.
May 6, 2025Quote Smarter and Protect Your Margins with Tai
Discover how Tai TMS helps freight brokers quote FTL and LTL shipments with speed, accuracy, and consistency. This whitepaper demonstrates how automation, real-time data, and smart tools simplify pricing, protect margins, and empower your team to win more loads.
May 6, 2025Transform Your TCO with Fleet Emissions Strategy
Ceramex North America is revolutionizing emissions system restoration with cutting-edge innovation that boosts fleet uptime and reduces costs. Discover how Ceramex’s patented technology can help advance your fleet's performance and lead to measurable savings.
May 6, 2025How Driver Stress Impacts Safety, Performance, and Retention
Driver stress is impacting safety, performance, and retention. This study reveals insights from drivers and fleet professionals on the link between stress and risk. Learn how better scheduling, coaching, and technology can reduce pressure and keep drivers on the road.
May 6, 2025Lawmakers Scrap Tire Emissions Limits in Deregulation Push
Congress has voted to kill a Biden-era rule requiring rubber tire makers to clean up planet-warming emissions from their manufacturing processes in the U.S.
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