Absent enactment of a DOT funding bill by Jan. 30, certain transportation agencies would shut down or operate at minimum staffing levels.
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CES Shows How AI, Software Are Redefining Truck Technology
Many exhibitors and speakers at CES highlighted the shift toward software-defined vehicles that can be upgraded over time through remote updates without requiring hardware changes.
January 8, 2026Global Growth to Slow as Trump’s Tariffs Hit, UN Says
The global economy is forecast to expand 2.7% this year, down from an estimated 2.8% in 2025, the U.N. said in its World Situation and Prospects study released Jan. 8.
January 8, 2026FMCSA’s Barrs: Innovation Done Right Can Save Lives
FMCSA's new leader touted the lifesaving potential of emerging technologies in the transportation industry at CES 2026 and said the agency will work to eliminate barriers to innovation.
January 8, 2026Energy Secretary Says Oil Companies Consider Venezuela Roles
Oil companies are wary of spending tens of billions of dollars into the country over the next decade and are looking for guarantees of physical and financial security amid stability concerns.
January 8, 2026Trade Deficit Shrinks to Smallest Since 2009 as Imports Drop
The goods and services trade gap shrank 39% from the prior month to $29.4 billion, Commerce Department data showed Jan. 8. Imports decreased 3.2%.
January 8, 2026Chevron in Talks With US to Extend Venezuela Oil License
U.S. government officials are in discussions with Chevron over potentially extending the crude producer’s special license to operate in Venezuela, reports say.
January 8, 2026US Seeks to Assert Its Control Over Venezuelan Oil
Trump's administration intends to control the distribution of Venezuela’s oil products globally following its ouster of President Nicolás Maduro in a surprise nighttime raid.
January 8, 2026Duffy Yanks $160M From California Over Non-Domiciled CDLs
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is withholding nearly $160 million from California for failing to revoke more than 17,000 illegally issued non-domiciled CDLs by the Jan. 5 deadline.
January 8, 2026First Brands Warns Cash to Run Out by Jan. 31
First Brands warned it will run out of cash without an immediate financing injection, a shortfall that could force the bankrupt auto parts maker to shut down some businesses and sell other operations.
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