The world’s supply lines for cargoes of oil and fuel, which typically crisscross the globe, are about to get redrawn thanks to U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs.
March 4, 2025Transportation Compliance News
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.
Trump’s Oil Tariffs Set to Reshape Global Trade Flows
Tariffs Could Have Major Implications for Trucking
President Donald Trump on March 6 issued a second monthlong reprieve on a slate of 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, just two days after implementing the long-threatened levies.
March 4, 2025BlackRock Buys Panama Canal Ports
 CK Hutchison has agreed to sell shares of its units that operate the ports near the Panama Canal to a consortium including BlackRock.
March 4, 2025Continental to Pass Along Tariff Costs to Customers
Continental AG will try to pass on the cost of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump to its customers, according to the German parts maker’s finance chief.
March 4, 2025Aramco CEO Sees Strong Oil Demand Amid OPEC+ Output Revival
Global oil demand will hit a record this year as Asian countries, particularly China and India, continue to expand consumption, said the head of Saudi Aramco.
March 4, 2025China Slaps Extra Tariffs on Major US Farm Imports
China responded to new U.S. tariffs by announcing March 4 it will impose additional tariffs of up to 15% on imports of key U.S. farm products, including chicken, pork, soy and beef.
March 4, 2025Mexico Follows China and Canada With Retaliatory Tariffs
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said March 4 that Mexico will respond to 25% tariffs imposed by the United States with its own retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods.
March 4, 2025Idaho Launches I-90 Roadside Patrol to Assist Motorists
A new Idaho Transportation Department roadside patrol has been launched along the Interstate 90 freight corridor to more quickly aid motorists in need of assistance.
March 4, 2025Trump’s Tariffs Against Canada and Mexico Go Into Effect
President Donald Trump’s long-threatened tariffs against Canada and Mexico went into effect March 4, putting global markets on edge and setting up costly retaliations by North American allies.
March 4, 2025Canada Responds, Puts Tariffs on $107 Billion of US Products
Canada announced a package of counter-tariffs against U.S. products after President Donald Trump confirmed that his administration will go ahead with levies against Canada and Mexico.
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