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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.

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New Fortress鈥 Puerto Rico Gas Shipments at Risk Amid Dispute

New Fortress Energy has reached a tentative deal that may allow it to deliver LNG聽to its terminal in Puerto Rico after it hammered out an agreement with tugboat operators, local media reported.

October 8, 2025
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Canadian Hockey Stick Factory Fends Off Trump Tariffs

As Roustan Hockey faces a trade war launched by President Donald Trump, the disruption underscores the broader turmoil that鈥檚 left the Canadian economy reeling.

October 8, 2025
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Mexico Risks New Tariff Hit on $15 Billion of Truck Exports

Mexican officials vowed to push back against new tariffs the Trump administration is planning on heavy trucks, yet another hurdle the U.S. is throwing in front of its southern neighbor.

October 8, 2025
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Trump Targets $12 Billion in New Energy Project Cuts

The Trump administration is considering canceling about $12 billion in energy projects, including funding for hydrogen ventures backed by U.S. oil majors, according to a list seen by Bloomberg.

October 7, 2025
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Tesla Unveils Cheaper Versions of Model Y SUV, Model 3 Sedan

Tesla聽introduced new versions of its top-selling models priced at under $40,000, making its main vehicles more affordable to counteract the loss of U.S. incentives for electric cars.

October 7, 2025
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Trump Says US, Canada Can 鈥楪et There鈥 on Tariff Deal

Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Oct. 7, and the president described the disagreements as 鈥渘atural conflicts鈥 because they鈥檙e competing for the same business.

October 7, 2025
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States鈥 Commercial Vehicle Dragnets Snag ELP, CDL Violations

Three states recently ramped up enforcement in response to renewed U.S. Department of Transportation attention to English-language proficiency issues.

October 7, 2025
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Trump Approves Alaska Road Project, Stake in Trilogy Metals

President Donald Trump on Oct. 6 ordered approval of a proposed 211-mile road through an Alaska wilderness to allow mining of copper, cobalt, gold and other minerals.

October 7, 2025
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DOE Ends $7.5 Billion in Grants for Biden-Approved Projects

The Department of Energy terminated $7.5 billion in grants for 223 projects approved by the Biden administration including Paccar Inc.鈥檚 SuperTruck 3 program and two hydrogen hubs.

October 7, 2025
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WTO: Full Drag of Trump Tariffs to Hit Trade Growth in 2026

Merchandise trade volumes are forecast to rise 2.4% this year, the Geneva-based forum said in a report Oct. 7 鈥 much faster than the 0.9% growth it predicted in August.

October 7, 2025