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Uber Teams With Avride to Offer Robotaxi Rides in Dallas
Customers who request an UberX, Uber Comfort or Comfort Electric may be matched with one of Avride’s Hyundai Ioniq 5 robotaxis at no additional cost starting Dec. 3.
December 3, 2025US Eyes Diesel Generators to Meet Growing AI Power Demand
Energy Secretary Chris Wright told the North American Gas Forum that the move could add the equivalent of roughly 35 traditional nuclear power plants worth of electricity.
December 3, 2025ZF's Rising Debt Costs Are a Warning to Auto Suppliers
ZF Friedrichshafen, a maker of components for BMW and Volkswagen, has seen its debt refinancing costs surge, showing how the German auto industry’s struggles are cascading through suppliers.
December 3, 2025Payrolls at US Companies Fall by Most Since 2023, ADP Says
The weak ADP report risks heightening concerns of a more rapid deterioration in the labor market ahead of the Federal Reserve’s final policy meeting of the year next week.
December 3, 2025Trucking Reacts to DOT Moves on CDLs, Immigrants
The administration’s latest move to flag nearly half of the driving schools as noncompliant doesn’t figure to disrupt the industry, experts say. But the scrutiny on immigrant drivers might.
December 3, 2025Trump Sets Early 2026 Date for Fed Chair Pick
Trump for months has pressured the Fed to lower interest rates, and naming a successor to Jerome Powell would give the president his biggest chance yet to reshape the institution.
December 2, 2025US Seeks New Alliances to Bolster AI Supply Chains
China is home to more than 90% of global rare earths and permanent magnets refining capacity, compared with just 4% for second-place Malaysia, according to the International Energy Agency.
December 2, 2025What to Know About DOT’s Crackdown on CDL Mills
“We are [reining] in illegal and reckless practices that let poorly trained drivers get behind the wheel of semi-trucks and school buses,” DOT Secretary Sean Duffy said.
December 2, 2025Wabtec Acquires Frauscher Sensor Technology Group
Wabtec broadened its digital rail capabilities by buying Frauscher, aiming to pair its portfolio with technology designed to strengthen safety, capacity and efficiency for rail operators.
December 2, 2025Cargo at Rest Is Cargo at Risk
Parking and storage yards are prime targets for cargo theft, a growing crisis impacting stakeholders across the entire supply chain. Download our eBook for insights into evolving theft tactics and proven strategies to strengthen security and keep your cargo safe.
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