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Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.

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Florida Launches Immigration Checks at Weigh Stations

“If you come through these inspection stations and you are an illegal or breaking the law you will be handed over to our local or federal law enforcement partners,” a Florida official said.

August 25, 2025
BusinessFuel

BP Refinery Shutdown Fuels Midwest Gas Price Surge

An outage at the largest inland U.S. refinery has raised gasoline prices in the Midwest ahead of the Labor Day holiday, the final major travel weekend of the country’s peak driving season.

August 25, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyLogistics

Canada’s LeBlanc Will Head to Washington for Trade Talks

“We are looking, I hope, for an agreement that will put us in a better position than we are right now,” Dominic LeBlanc said Aug. 25 in a French-language radio interview.

August 25, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentLogistics

US, South Korea Eye Closer Ties on Security, Shipbuilding

Still, President Trump indicated that the agreement for a 15% tariff on South Korean imports would likely stick as is, despite Seoul’s efforts to secure better terms. 

August 25, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipment

US Agency Proposes Including Copper in Critical Minerals

The Trump administration has made the revival of U.S. metals and minerals production a key priority with a focus on copper, which is used in transportation.

August 25, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafety

NHTSA Investigates Honda Engine Failure Risks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it’s aware of about 3,000 complaints alleging that 3.5 liter V-6 engines in Honda and Acura vehicles from the 2016 through 2020 model years failed because of faulty connecting rod bearings.

August 25, 2025
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Swiss Post Joins Other Nations Suspending US Goods Shipments

The move by Switzerland’s national postal service follows President Donald Trump’s elimination of a tariff loophole for so-called “de minimis” merchandise.

August 25, 2025
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Undocumented Driver Accused in Florida Crash Is Denied Bond

The crash sparked a clash between DHS and California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom over Harjinder Singh, a native of India, obtaining a work permit and driver’s license in the state.

August 25, 2025
BusinessTop 100

Interactive Map: Where the 2025 Top 100 Private Carriers Are in North America

Mouse over our interactive map to find out where the 2025 Top 100 Private Carriers are located by region in North America.

August 25, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentPrivateTop 100

Top 100 Private Carriers Tap Brakes on Growth

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.

August 25, 2025