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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, South Korea Eye Closer Ties on Security, Shipbuilding

Still, President Trump indicated that the agreement for a 15% tariff on South Korean imports would likely stick as is, despite Seoul’s efforts to secure better terms. 

August 25, 2025
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US Agency Proposes Including Copper in Critical Minerals

The Trump administration has made the revival of U.S. metals and minerals production a key priority with a focus on copper, which is used in transportation.

August 25, 2025
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NHTSA Investigates Honda Engine Failure Risks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it’s aware of about 3,000 complaints alleging that 3.5 liter V-6 engines in Honda and Acura vehicles from the 2016 through 2020 model years failed because of faulty connecting rod bearings.

August 25, 2025
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Swiss Post Joins Other Nations Suspending US Goods Shipments

The move by Switzerland’s national postal service follows President Donald Trump’s elimination of a tariff loophole for so-called “de minimis” merchandise.

August 25, 2025
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Undocumented Driver Accused in Florida Crash Is Denied Bond

The crash sparked a clash between DHS and California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom over Harjinder Singh, a native of India, obtaining a work permit and driver’s license in the state.

August 25, 2025
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Top 100 Private Carriers Tap Brakes on Growth

The largest private carriers in North America have navigated volatile markets and shifting freight patterns this year as tariffs and trade deals shake up international supply chains.

August 25, 2025
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Private Fleets Adapt to Tariff-Driven Volatility

Private trucking fleets serving many economic sectors have been operating in a highly uncertain business environment this year as trade negotiations and tariffs roil supply chains.

August 25, 2025
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Powell Opens Door to September Rate Cut at Jackson Hole

Following Powell’s remarks investors boosted bets that the Federal Open Market Committee would cut rates at their Sept. 16-17 meeting.

August 22, 2025
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FMCSA Extends Waiver for Paper Medical Certifications

The Aug. 21 extension offers a reprieve to drivers in the 12 states that missed a June deadline for transitioning to electronic medical certifications.

August 22, 2025
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Trump EPA Waives Refiners From Biofuel-Blending Mandate

The decision applies to 38 small refineries that had requested waivers from annual blending quotas, according to a statement Aug. 22.

August 22, 2025