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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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Stellantis’ Battery Plant Subsidy Likely to Top Volkswagen’s

Stellantis NV is likely to receive more in subsidies for a new electric vehicle battery plant in Canada than the $9.5 billion Volkswagen AG extracted for a similar project, says one expert.

May 31, 2023
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NHTSA to Require Automatic Emergency Braking on New Vehicles

The U.S. government’s auto safety agency plans to require that all new passenger cars and light trucks include potentially life-saving automatic emergency braking within three years.

May 31, 2023
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Diesel Prices Slip 2.8¢ to $3.855

Diesel prices dropped 2.8 cents a gallon on average to $3.855, according to Energy Information Administration data May 30.

May 31, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

Job Openings Hit 10.1 Million

WASHINGTON — U.S. job openings rose unexpectedly in April, illustrating the resilience of the American labor market and complicating Federal Reserve efforts to fight inflation.

May 31, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

EPA Seeks Information by June 5 for Clean Energy Programs

EPA is seeking information on zero-emission heavy trucks, fueling infrastructure and carbon-free port equipment to craft its clean port and heavy vehicles programs.

May 30, 2023
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Lack of Truck Parking Alarms Pennsylvania Drivers

WASHINGTON, Pa. — Truckers nearing the end of their workday often seek out the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s New Stanton service plaza to park their rigs for the night. And find no spaces.

May 30, 2023
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Consumer Confidence Declines Again in May

Consumer confidence fell in May as Americans became more pessimistic about the labor market, on top of elevated anxiety over inflation.

May 30, 2023
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Midwest Governors Urge EPA to Revise Biodiesel Volumes

Three Midwest governors urged the Environmental Protection Agency to revise its biodiesel volumes to encourage lower-cost fuel, support farmers and help decarbonize transportation.

May 26, 2023
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FullStack Modular Moves to Connecticut From Brooklyn

Connecticut will be home to building manufacturer FullStack Modular as its headquarters moves from New York’s Brooklyn Navy Yard to Gateway Terminal at the Port of New Haven.

May 26, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

Key Inflation Measure Increases in April

WASHINGTON — A key index of U.S. prices ticked higher in April, and consumer spending rebounded, a sign that inflationary pressures in the economy remain high.

May 26, 2023

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