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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

Attorneys Spar in Closing Statements of RhodeWorks Tolling Trial

After more than two weeks of testimony, a federal tolling trial ended June 13 with an attorney for American Trucking Associations asking a judge to find the state of Rhode Island’s trucks-only “RhodeWorks” tolling program unconstitutional.

June 14, 2022
Government, Business, Logistics

West Coast Ports Strike Unlikely Even if No Deal Is Reached by July

Employers and the union representing more than 22,000 dockworkers at 30 U.S. ports on the West Coast are unlikely to reach a wage deal by the time the current contract expires next month, but neither side foresees disruptions that would hobble supply chains.

June 14, 2022
Government, Business

May Producer Prices Soared 10.8% as Energy Prices Jumped

WASHINGTON — U.S. producer prices surged 10.8% in May from a year earlier, underscoring the ongoing threat to the economy from inflation that shows no sign of slowing.

June 14, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Fleet Owners Urged to Be Familiar With CARB Emission Proposal

WASHINGTON — Trucking companies should educate California regulators about potential impacts of a new regulation before it takes effect and becomes a model for the nation, according to fleet experts.

June 14, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

Diesel Hits New Record at $5.718 a Gallon

The national average price for a gallon of diesel reached a record high this week at $5.718 a gallon, according to data released by the Energy Information Administration June 13.

June 13, 2022
Government, Business

Bear Market Hits Wall Street as Stocks, Bonds, Crypto Dive

NEW YORK — Wall Street tumbled into what’s called a bear market June 13 after fears about a fragile economy and rising interest rates sent the S&P 500 more than 20% below its record set early this year.

June 13, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

Automakers Seek Lifting of EV Tax Credit Cap

NEW YORK — Major automakers are asking Congress to lift the cap on how many people would be offered tax credits if they buy a hybrid or fully electric vehicles.

June 13, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

Gas Hits $5 a Gallon for First Time, According to AAA

NEW YORK — The nationwide average price for a gallon of gasoline has hit $5 for the first time ever.

June 13, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

China’s Chipmaking Power Grows Despite US Effort to Counter It

China’s semiconductor industry is showing signs of flourishing even in the face of Biden administration efforts to counter its growth, raising alarm bells in Washington.

June 13, 2022
Government, Business, Safety

FHWA Opens Applications for $2.36 Billion to Upgrade Bridges

The Federal Highway Administration has issued a $2.36 billion funding notice to open applications for states and local officials to apply for money to improve bridge projects across the nation.

June 10, 2022