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

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USPS Plans First Fuel Surcharge as Oil Prices Spike

USPS will impose a surcharge to offset rising fuel costs, sources said, a sign that the beleaguered mail carrier is feeling the strain of higher oil prices.

March 25, 2026
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Economic Outlook Dims on Impact of Iran War

Wall Street is cutting its forecasts for the U.S. economy this year, boosting its projections for inflation and unemployment.

March 25, 2026
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EPA Allows Summer Sales of Higher-Ethanol E15 Gasoline

The administration will waive higher-ethanol E15 gasoline from U.S. volatility requirements this summer, delivering a win for corn farmers and biofuels producers.

March 25, 2026
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Oil Prices Fall Even With Ceasefire Plan Uncertainty

Hope for a possible end to the war with Iran is pushing stocks higher again on Wall Street  while oil prices ease.

March 25, 2026
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Venezuela Pitches Newly Opened Oil Sector to Investors

Delcy Rodríguez presented a reformed industry — one that has opened up to private capital, international arbitration and scrutiny in less than three months.

March 25, 2026
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What Comes Next for Class 8 Orders?

Order season for North American original equipment manufacturers typically kicks off in September, but this past fall and winter saw a lag in commitments.

March 25, 2026
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Here’s a List of Gulf Energy Infrastructure Damaged in War

Dozens of refineries, oil fields, gas plants, ports and other energy infrastructure have been damaged by missile and drone strikes.

March 25, 2026
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US Import Prices Jumped by the Most Since 2022 Ahead of War

Import prices increased 1.3% from the prior month, Labor Department data showed March 25, boosted in part by higher prices for petroleum and natural gas.

March 25, 2026
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Chevron Warns California Risks Fuel Crisis Unless War Eases

California is highly exposed to the disruption rippling across commodity markets because it imports about 20% of its refined fuels from Asia.

March 25, 2026
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Diesel in California Reaches Highest Price Ever Recorded

The average cost for a gallon of diesel in California rose to the highest level ever as the war in Iran disrupts global energy shipments. 

March 25, 2026

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