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Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what鈥檚 happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

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Lynden Transport Selected to Deliver Capitol Christmas Tree

Lynden Transport will carry the Capitol Christmas Tree from Alaska to the nation鈥檚 capital later this year.

October 22, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

US Extends 25% Tax Credit to Chip and Solar Wafers

The Biden administration finalized rules for a 25% tax credit for semiconductor manufacturing projects.

October 22, 2024
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Mail Carriers Reach Tentative Contract With USPS

Some 200,000 mail carriers have reached a tentative contract deal with the U.S. Postal Service that includes backdated pay raises and a promise to provide air-conditioned trucks.

October 22, 2024
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Diesel Price Drops 7.8垄 to $3.553

The national average diesel price fell 7.8 cents to $3.553 per gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Oct. 21.

October 21, 2024
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BMW Recalls 700,000 Cars in China Over Coolant Pump Issues

Models affected include locally made 3 Series and 5 Series vehicles, as well as several imported X Series SUVs.

October 18, 2024
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Biden Administration Pledges $2B to Reinforce Electric Grid

The funding for 32 projects is being made available through the Energy Department and will span 42 states. Investments will include utilities damaged by hurricanes Helene and Milton.

October 18, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafetyAutonomous

Tesla鈥檚 Full Self-Driving Under Investigation by NHTSA

NHTSA said Oct. 18 it will assess whether Tesla鈥檚 system, also known as FSD, has the ability to detect and appropriately respond to fog and other reduced visibility conditions.

October 18, 2024
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Presidential Race Is Too Close to Call, Karl Rove Says

NASHVILLE, Tenn. 鈥 This presidential election is a once-in-a-generation contest that will be decided over key policy issues, political strategist Karl Rove told trucking executives.

October 17, 2024
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Ports of Indiana Announces Expansion and New Partnership

JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. 鈥 Ports of Indiana, in partnership with Superior River Terminals Indiana, has launched 鈥淚ndiana River and Rail Terminals,鈥 the largest general cargo operation on the Ohio River.

October 17, 2024
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PACT, Utilities Team Up to Speed ZEV Infrastructure Buildout

The memorandum of understanding sends a signal to the freight market that utilities are allies, Aravind Kailas told TT. 鈥淲e can present a united front,鈥 he said.

October 17, 2024