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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

EPA Chief to Seek Return of $20B in Clean-Energy Grants

In a major reversal, EPA chief Lee Zeldin said he will try to rescind $20 billion in grants awarded by the Biden administration for climate and clean-energy projects.

February 14, 2025
Government, Business, Technology

Taiwan Pledges More US Investment After Tariff Threats

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said Feb. 14 he would communicate more with the U.S. over President Donald Trump’s concerns over the chip industry and invest more in the U.S.

February 14, 2025
Government, Business

EU Commission Vows Firm and Swift Reaction to Tariffs

The European Union’s executive branch on Feb. 14 vowed to ā€œtake firm and immediate actionā€ against U.S. President Donald Trump’s imposition of tariffs on steel and aluminum.

February 14, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Trump Says Tariffs Are Saving US Steel

When asked what chief executive officers think about his recently announced steel and aluminum tariffs, Trump said they’re ā€œin love with them.ā€Ā U.S. Steel is ā€œthrough the roof,ā€ he said.

February 13, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Executive Order Aimed at Reducing Federal Regulations

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to reduce regulations. The action could affect truck safety initiatives.

February 13, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

Deere Warns Tariffs Could Disrupt Farm Recovery

World farm machinery leader Deere & Co. said the agriculture economy is finally showing signs of turning around, although looming tariffs could upend the nascent recovery.

February 13, 2025
Government, Business

UAE Aluminum Producer EGA Targets Deals in US Amid Tariffs

Emirates Global Aluminium is planning additional acquisitions of U.S. assets after an initial deal last year as tariffs on metal imports into the country raise prices in that market.

February 13, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

ā€˜Armored Teslas’ Vanish From Government Procurement List

The State Department’s procurement forecast removed the mention of Elon Musk’s TeslaĀ  in relation to a planned $400 million armored EV purchase after reports emerged about it on Feb. 12.

February 13, 2025
Government, Business

Wholesale Prices Rose 0.4% in January, Hotter Than Expected

U.S. wholesale prices came in hotter than expected last month at a time when progress against inflation appears to have stalled, undercutting expectations for lower interest rates.

February 13, 2025
Government, Business

Trump Signs Plan for Reciprocal Tariffs on Trade Partners

PresidentĀ Donald TrumpĀ on Feb. 13 rolled out his plan to increase U.S. tariffs to match the tax rates that other countries charge on imports, possibly triggering broader confrontation.

February 13, 2025