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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.

Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

With Fuel Tax Revenue Down, States Seek Ways to Fund Roads

EVs can help reduce emissions in the transportation sector, the nation’s largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, but they also mean less gas tax revenue in government coffers.

March 18, 2025
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Down 3.3¢ in Third Straight Decline

The national average price for a gallon of diesel slipped 3.3 cents to $3.549 in a third straight decline, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released March 17.

March 17, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

China Partially Renews US Meat Export Permits

China’s government has renewed export registrations for some U.S. meat plants whose eligibility was set to lapse, raising hopes that shipments won’t be disrupted.

March 17, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Trump’s Trade Team Debates Strategy for New Tariff Rollout

President Donald Trump’s top trade negotiator is attempting to inject order into new tariffs expected next month, after previous announcements roiled markets and fueled uncertainty.

March 17, 2025
Government, Business

Trump Says Both Reciprocal, Sectoral Tariffs Coming April 2

President Donald Trump said he would be imposing both broad reciprocal tariffs and additional sector-specific tariffs on April 2.

March 17, 2025
Government, Business

Trump’s Trade Wars Tip World to Slower Growth, OECD Warns

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development predicted the pace of global expansion to slow to 3.1% this year, with annual expansion in the U.S. wilting to 1.6% next year.

March 17, 2025
Government, Business, Technology

BYD Unveils Battery System That Charges EV in Five Minutes

BYD unveiled a new system for electric cars that the Chinese automaker says will allow them to charge almost as fast as it takes a regular car to refuel.

March 17, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Trump Set to Meet Oil Titans on Energy Production

President Donald Trump is set to meet with top oil executives as the industry grows uneasy about falling crude prices and tariff uncertainty.

March 14, 2025
Government, Business

Carney Sworn In as Canada Leader as Trade Dominates Agenda

Mark Carney has been sworn in as Canada’s 24th prime minister, bringing the former central banker to power in the middle of an explosive trade war with the U.S.

March 14, 2025
Government, Business

Consumer Sentiment Drops, Price Expectations Soar on Tariffs

Consumer sentiment fell to a more than two-year low and long-term inflation expectations jumped by the most since 1993, illustrating growing apprehension about the impact from tariffs.

March 14, 2025