Oil reclaimed heights not seen since the pandemic shocked markets in the spring, with the start of the U.S. presidential transition and improved vaccine prospects infusing optimism across markets.
November 24, 2020Transportation 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.
North Dakota Tops Reason Foundation鈥檚 Annual Highway Report
North Dakota has the best state-owned road system in the country, according to Reason Foundation鈥檚 recently released Annual Highway Report.
November 24, 2020Economic Outlook Bright for Holidays
Goods are pouring into ports, being delivered by trucks to warehouses and e-commerce locations, and retailers are restocking their shelves as the holiday shopping season gets into full swing. It鈥檚 also a major reason why trucking continues to outperform the overall U.S. economy.
November 24, 2020US Consumer Confidence Falls as Virus Surge Dampens Expectations
U.S. consumer confidence fell in November to a three-month low as the coronavirus resurgence prompted a slide in Americans鈥 expectations for the economy and job market.
November 24, 2020NTTC, ATA Seek Approval of Electronic Documents for Hazmat Shipments
National Tank Truck Carriers and American Trucking Associations have petitioned federal hazardous materials regulators to 鈥渨ithout delay鈥 develop a rulemaking that would allow motor carriers to use and accept electronic shipping papers and certifications for hazmat shipments.
November 24, 2020Diesel Rises 2.1垄 to $2.462 a Gallon
The nationwide average price of diesel fuel increased 2.1 cents per gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration.
November 23, 2020Railroads Approaching Positive Train Control Full Implementation, FRA Says
The automatic braking system Congress is mandating for the country鈥檚 railroads is almost implemented on the route miles required by law, according to federal regulators鈥 most recent update.
November 23, 2020GM Pulls Support From Trump鈥檚 Battle With California on Emissions
General Motors Co. will withdraw from the legal battle between the Trump administration and California officials over the state鈥檚 authority to set automobile emissions rules, a major shift in the contentious fight that has fractured the industry.
November 23, 2020N.J. Leaders Announce Infrastructure Projects to Aid Regional Port Operations
New Jersey officials recently announced a series of infrastructure projects meant to support operations for port facilities and the vehicles that serve them.
November 23, 2020C.H. Robinson Warns US Companies Could Miss Tariff Refunds
Minnesota transportation and logistics company C.H. Robinson says it has identified almost $1 billion in potential refunds of tariffs its American clients paid on Chinese imports.
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