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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, Safety, TCA

Honda Recalls 295,000 Honda, Acura Vehicles

Honda said it is voluntarily recalling about 295,000 Honda and Acura vehicles to update the fuel injection electronic unit, a device that determines how much fuel enters the engine.

January 29, 2025
Government, Business

Mexico’s President Doesn’t Expect Trump’s Tariffs on Feb. 1

President Claudia Sheinbaum brushed off a question as to whether Mexico is expecting U.S. President Donald Trump to announce 25% tariffs on Mexican goods Feb. 1.

January 29, 2025
Government, Business, Safety

Norfolk Southern CEO Optimistic About 2025

Norfolk Southern’s solid fourth quarter — combined with the support they’re getting from Washington D.C. — has the CEO feeling optimistic about 2025.

January 29, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

New USDOT Secretary Duffy Orders Fuel Economy Rule Rewrite

Newly appointed Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy ordered a rewrite of more stringent U.S. fuel economy rules, following through on one of President Donald Trump’s first directives.

January 29, 2025
Government, Business, Safety

Alleged Triggerman in Murder Tied to Staged Accidents Scheme

Investigators identified the alleged triggerman in the murder of an informant who was involved in a conspiracy to cover up a New Orleans-area scheme to stage crashes with tractor-trailers.

January 28, 2025
Government, Business

Update: State Trucking Groups Tout CARB Retreat, Continue Fight

State trucking associations are advocating for more feasible and cost-effective solutions in response to the implementation of the Advanced Clean Trucks regulation.   

January 28, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Freeland: Canada Can Work With Trump to Challenge China

The Canadian candidate for prime minister said she believes Trump is smart and is threatening to impose tariffs on allies in part to pave the way for tougher policies on China.

January 28, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Task Force Critical of Truck Lease-Purchase Deals

A truck leasing task force that studied the prevalence of predatory practices in truck lease-purchase agreements determined that truck drivers often fall prey to unscrupulous actors.

January 28, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

US Steel Investor Pentwater Opposes Ancora’s Proxy Proposal

Pentwater, the third-largest investor in U.S. Steel, said it opposes moves by activist investor Ancora Holdings Group to shake up the board of the American steelmaker.

January 28, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

Senate Confirms Sean Duffy for DOT Secretary

WASHINGTON — Former congressman Sean Duffy was confirmed by a vote of 77-22.

January 28, 2025