The military can further improve its process for which companies are rewarded shipments within the moving and storage industry, according to a panel of experts.
March 18, 2026Trucking Business News
Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.
Venezuelan Crude Oil Import Surge Reshapes US Supply Mix
Imports of Venezuelan heavy crude doubled in the week leading up to March 13, reaching the highest since late 2024, according to U.S. government data.
March 18, 2026Vance to Join Oil Executives at High-Stakes Energy Meeting
The meeting will take place at the American Petroleum Institute and involve members of the U.S. oil and gas trade group鈥檚 board, according to sources.
March 18, 2026Trump DOT Focuses on Faster Projects, Fewer Grant Programs
Deputy Transportation Secretary Steven Bradbury outlined DOT's highway policy and funding goals as work begins on the next surface transportation bill.
March 18, 2026Fed Holds Rates as War in Middle East Fuels Uncertainty
The Federal Open Market Committee voted 11-1 to hold the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 3.5% to 3.75%. Governor Stephen Miran dissented.
March 18, 2026Stoughton Trailers Touts 40 MPH Rear-Impact Test Results
Stoughton Trailers announced at the 2026 TMC Annual Meeting it has surpassed industry standards with a rear-impact test of 40 mph.
March 18, 2026Michelin Debuts AI Retread Platform, Predictive Tire Tech
Michelin rolled out AI-driven TreadVision to automate retreading and unveiled Smart Predictive Tire monitoring for fleets operating Classes 7 and 8 tractors.
March 18, 2026Iran Lists Gulf Energy Targets
Tehran warned of imminent retaliation against refining, petrochemical and natural gas assets in the region after its own giant South Pars gas field was struck.
March 18, 2026EVs Avoided the Use of 2.3M Barrels of Oil a Day in 2025
Those fossil fuel savings are expected to increase every year for the rest of the decade as more drivers turn to battery-powered vehicles.
March 18, 2026Fuel Transport Expands Toronto Dedicated Fleet Operations
Changing customer dynamics drove the decision. Toronto-bound freight lanes were growing busier, and the company wanted to minimize empty miles.
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