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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鈥檚 happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

Government, Business, Equipment, Logistics

Tariffs, Uncertainty Offer 3PLs a Rare Opportunity

To take full advantage, 3PLs must forge better relationships with less-than-truckload and last-mile carriers among other tweaks to their business activities, CSCMP's report said.

June 9, 2025
Government, Business

Poll: Canadians to Ditch US Travel Over Tariffs, State Jabs

Most Canadians say they plan to shun U.S. travel this summer as the trade war between the two countries continues, according to a poll by Leger Marketing.

June 6, 2025
Government, Business

US, Chinese Negotiators to Meet in London for Trade Talks

President Donald Trump said U.S. and Chinese negotiators will resume trade talks on June 9 in London, as the world鈥檚 two largest economies look to resolve a simmering dispute over tariffs.

June 6, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Court Fight Over Small-Package Tariff Exemption Goes Forward

A court fight over President Donald Trump鈥檚 decision to end a U.S. policy that exempted small-value packages from China from tariffs is moving ahead over the administration鈥檚 opposition.

June 6, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, TCA

EV Truck Maker Bollinger Motors Restructures With New CEO

Electric truck maker Bollinger Motors will live on after it emerged from receivership with a new CEO and ownership structure.

June 6, 2025
Government, Business

Japan, US Start Tariff Talks Amid Reports on Cars

Japan and the U.S. have begun trade negotiations, with media reports suggesting Tokyo鈥檚 delegation is trying to win a reprieve from the tariffs by pledging to make more cars in the U.S.聽

June 6, 2025
Government, Business

Hiring Slows, but Solid 139,000 Jobs Added in May

U.S. employers slowed hiring last month, but still added a solid 139,000 jobs amid uncertainty over President Donald Trump鈥檚 trade wars.

June 6, 2025
Government, Business

Businesses Expect to Pass Along 50% of Tariffs, Survey Finds

Business expect to pass through roughly half of tariff-related expenses to U.S. consumers still reeling from the pandemic-era inflation surge, according to a new survey.

June 6, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, Autonomous

Tesla Plunges After Trump-Musk Conflict Erupts

Tesla's shares sank as Elon Musk and President Donald Trump鈥檚 simmering feud devolved into a public war of words between two of the world鈥檚 most powerful people.

June 5, 2025
Government, Business

US Steel Deal With Nippon Seen Closing by Merger Deadline

Nippon Steel and United States Steel are on pace to finalize their $14.1 billion combination with President Donald Trump鈥檚 administration ahead of a deal deadline later this month.

June 5, 2025