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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, Equipment

Ford Expects Big Profit Drop as Trump Tariff, EV Threats Loom

Ford warned that profit may fall by $2 billion or more in 2025 on lower vehicle prices and costly new-model launches, adding to risks posed by potential new tariffs and dimming demand for plug-in cars.

February 6, 2025
Government, Business

Trump’s Commerce Pick Lutnick Moves Forward in Senate

The panel with jurisdiction over freight policy voted 16-12 to report Howard Lutnick’s nomination to the full Senate. Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) joined Republicans in support.

February 5, 2025
Government, Business, Safety

Two Tort Reform Bills in Georgia Could Curb Nuclear Verdicts

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced a sweeping overhaul of the state’s legal system in two bills introduced Jan. 30 in the General Assembly, as state trucking officials and others looked on.

February 5, 2025
Government, Safety

Duffy Reaffirms DOT’s Safety Focus Amid Air, Rail Concerns

After becoming the nation’s top transportation official, Secretary Sean Duffy pointed to the Department of Transportation’s long-standing primary focus: safety.

February 5, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Quebec Says It’s Open to LNG, Oil Projects After Trump Threats

Quebec has long resisted proposals to build new oil and gas pipelines through its territory. U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats against Canada might change that.

February 5, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics

Truckers Get Real-Time Parking Info on Arizona’s I-10

Arizona announced the dynamic truck parking messaging availability Jan. 27 at four rest areas: Ehrenberg, Bouse Wash, Texas Canyon and San Simon.

February 5, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Canada’s Oil Exports to US Jumped in December

Canada’s energy exports to the U.S. jumped at the end of last year, pushing the country’s trade surplus with its biggest customer to the highest in more than two years.

February 5, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Honda-Nissan Deal Thrown Into Doubt

Honda and Nissan called into question an agreement reached less than two months ago to consider combining, casting doubt on their efforts to form one of the world’s largest automakers.

February 5, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

Manufacturers Scramble Under Trump’s Looming Tariffs

Over a frantic 72 hours, President Donald Trump’s threat of punishing new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China sent stocks and currencies tumbling and shock waves through world trade.

February 5, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics, Global Freight

US Postal Service Resumes Accepting Packages From China

The U.S. Postal Service on Feb. 5 said it’s accepting ā€œall international inbound mail and packagesā€ from China and Hong Kong Posts, hours after the agency announced a halt on some shipments.

February 5, 2025