The Trump administration launched investigations into imports of robotics, industrial machinery and medical devices, setting the stage for fresh duties.
September 24, 2025Donald Trump Transportation News Updates
Transport Topics provides the latest news and insights into Trump-related logistics news. Whether you're tracking emerging opportunities or monitoring changes in regulations or tariffs, our updates ensure you remain ahead in the industry.
Automakers Push Trump to Weaken Biden Emissions Rules
Major automakers want the Trump administration to weaken ambitious tailpipe emissions standards that are pushing the industry to sell electric vehicles in larger numbers.Â
September 23, 2025Alcoa CEO Warns Tariffs Will Destroy Metal Demand in US
The head of the largest U.S. aluminum producer warns import tariffs will destroy demand for American metal, contrary to the Trump administration’s claim that duties will revitalize the industry.
September 23, 2025Trump to Redirect $2.4B in California High-Speed Rail Aid
The Trump administration plans to allocate the roughly $2.4 billion that was stripped from California’s embattled high-speed rail to other transit projects.
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, 2025Trump Supports Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern Deal
The proposed merger, which would create a massive single railroad company controlling shipments across the continental U.S., is being weighed by the Surface Transportation Board.
September 22, 2025Canada, Mexico Lay Out Action Plan Before USMCA Review
The Canadian and Mexican leaders committed to coordination ahead of a high-stakes review in 2026 of their trade pact with the U.S. as President Trump’s tariff threats put the accord at risk.
September 19, 2025Trump Touts Progress With Xi, Will Meet Him at APEC
President Trump said he had made progress with Chinese President Xi Jinping toward finalizing a deal over TikTok and that the two would meet on the sidelines of the upcoming APEC summit.
September 19, 2025FedEx Restores Profit Guidance After Strong Q1 Results
The Memphis-based courier had previously withheld a full-year forecast citing an inability to predict how demand would be shaped by President Trump’s tariff policies.
September 18, 2025American Axle, ZF, Forvia Sell Billions in Junk Debt
These companies are selling debt as President Donald Trump ramps up import levies, weighing on overseas car and auto-part manufacturers, which may pass added costs onto customers.
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