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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’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

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Tesla Unveils Cheaper Versions of Model Y SUV, Model 3 Sedan

Tesla introduced new versions of its top-selling models priced at under $40,000, making its main vehicles more affordable to counteract the loss of U.S. incentives for electric cars.

October 7, 2025
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Trump Says US, Canada Can ‘Get There’ on Tariff Deal

Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Oct. 7, and the president described the disagreements as “natural conflicts†because they’re competing for the same business.

October 7, 2025
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States’ Commercial Vehicle Dragnets Snag ELP, CDL Violations

Three states recently ramped up enforcement in response to renewed U.S. Department of Transportation attention to English-language proficiency issues.

October 7, 2025
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Trump Approves Alaska Road Project, Stake in Trilogy Metals

President Donald Trump on Oct. 6 ordered approval of a proposed 211-mile road through an Alaska wilderness to allow mining of copper, cobalt, gold and other minerals.

October 7, 2025
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DOE Ends $7.5 Billion in Grants for Biden-Approved Projects

The Department of Energy terminated $7.5 billion in grants for 223 projects approved by the Biden administration including Paccar Inc.’s SuperTruck 3 program and two hydrogen hubs.

October 7, 2025
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WTO: Full Drag of Trump Tariffs to Hit Trade Growth in 2026

Merchandise trade volumes are forecast to rise 2.4% this year, the Geneva-based forum said in a report Oct. 7 — much faster than the 0.9% growth it predicted in August.

October 7, 2025
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Canada’s Carney Visits Trump Ahead of USMCA Review

One of the world’s most durable and amicable alliances has been fractured by Trump’s trade war and annexation threats.

October 7, 2025
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Car Shipper Hoegh Drops on Weaker Trade and Port Fee Warning

U.S. port fees on China-built vessels are due to commence Oct. 14.

October 7, 2025
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Brazil Posts Export Growth, Resisting Hit From US Tariffs

Brazil’s overall exports grew last month as greater shipments to destinations like China and Argentina blunted the hit from 50% tariffs imposed by the U.S. government, according to data.

October 6, 2025
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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