Most economists say the impact of the war and higher energy prices were probably not fully reflected in the March jobs numbers.
April 3, 2026Transportation Compliance News
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.
Amazon Adds 3.5% Surcharge as War Drives Up Fuel Prices
Amazon鈥檚 fuel and logistics-related surcharge will apply to U.S. and Canadian sellers using its Fulfillment by Amazon option,聽effective April 17.
April 3, 2026Trump Keeps 50% Metals Tariffs, Adds Exemptions
A senior official cast the changes as necessary to simplify the policy and provide more fairness to businesses grappling with President Trump鈥檚 tariffs.
April 2, 2026US Accuses China of Harassing Panama-Flagged Ships
The allegations add another point of tension between the U.S. and China ahead of President Donald Trump鈥檚聽scheduled visit to Beijing聽in May.
April 2, 2026How Does a California Fleet Tackle $7 Diesel?
The average on-highway price of diesel in California was $7.219 a gallon on March 30, a 44.7% increase compared with $4.99 a gallon on March 2.
April 2, 2026Indiana Pulls Nearly 1,800 Non鈥慏omiciled CDLs Under New Law
Indiana canceled nearly 1,790 non-domiciled commercial driver licenses April 1 when a new law took effect aimed at undocumented truckers and their employers.
April 2, 2026Oil Stays Elevated After Trump Says US Will Hit Iran Hard
The price of Brent crude, the international standard, jumped 6.5% to $107.72. per barrel. Benchmark U.S. crude rose 11.3% to $111.44 per barrel.
April 2, 2026Nations Consider Political, Diplomatic Ways to Reopen Hormuz
Britain accused Iran on April 2 of holding the world's economy hostage as diplomats from more than 40 countries held talks.
April 2, 2026US Trade Deficit Widened in February by Less Than Forecast
The gap in goods and services trade grew 4.9% from the prior month to $57.3 billion, Commerce Department data showed April 2.
April 2, 2026Trump Team Aims to Ease Tariff Confusion With New Steel Plan
The Trump administration is preparing to outline a tiered system for its broad tariffs on steel and aluminum products, according to sources.
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