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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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US Oil Dominance Hinges on Quiet Corner of New Mexico

Two New Mexico counties accounted for 17% of all onshore oil output in the contiguous U.S. last year.

August 26, 2024
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Canada Imposes a 100% Tariff on Imports of Chinese-Made EVs

Canada will impose a 100% surtax on all Chinese-made electric vehicles beginning Oct. 1 in a series of measures aimed at cracking down on what the country views as unfair trade practices.

August 26, 2024
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Back-to-Work Order Issued for Two Major Canada Railroads

TORONTO — The Canadian arbitrator appointed to resolve a railroad labor dispute to protect the North American economy has ordered employees at two major railroads back to work.

August 26, 2024
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Rate Cuts Seem Inevitable After Fed Chair Powell's Speech

WASHINGTON — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled that interest rate cuts are coming in a much-anticipated speech Aug. 23 in Jackson Hole, Wyo.

August 23, 2024
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Halliburton Warning Oil Clients After Cybersecurity Attack

Halliburton, the world’s biggest provider of fracking services, said it is alerting customers and other stakeholders after an unauthorized third party gained access to some of its systems.

August 23, 2024
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Strike Looms Again as Teamsters Serve CN Notice for Aug. 26

A union filed strike notice against Canada’s largest railway on Aug. 23 just hours after trains began rolling again, likely derailing plans to revive vital shipping networks.

August 23, 2024
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TxDOT to Assume Control of Key Freight Route, Cut Toll Costs

The Texas Transportation Commission is proceeding with a $1.73 billion buyout to take over state Highway 288 tolling operations to lower fares.

August 23, 2024
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CVC and DSV Compete in $15.6B Bid for DB Schenker Unit

Deutsche Bahn is currently evaluating the final offers and needs to discuss with the government on CVC’s proposal.

August 23, 2024
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CPKC, CN Prepare to Restart After Labor Dispute Intervention

Canada’s two largest railways are preparing to restart operations after the country's government stepped in to try to end a labor dispute that has halted freight movement.

August 23, 2024
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CN Will End Its Lockout Immediately, Rail Official Says

TORONTO — CN is ending its lockout immediately and moving forward with a plan to get its trains moving again following an order to enter forced arbitration with its union, a rail official says.

August 22, 2024