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US 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, 2026Dizzying Fuel Prices Mostly Outside of Gas Station's Control
Experts say differences in price aren鈥檛 typically decided by any individual gas retailer, and most of them aren't pocketing the extra pennies when prices rise.
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.
April 1, 2026Stellantis Weighs Canada EV Production With Chinese Partner
Stellantis is discussing options for building electric vehicles in Canada with its Chinese partner, Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology, according to sources.
April 1, 2026Diesel Cargoes Circle the Globe as Iran War Upends Trade
Soaring fuel prices from the Iran war are forcing oil traders into longer, stranger journeys, sending cargoes on routes that would normally make little sense.
April 1, 2026Used Truck Sales Beat Seasonal Expectations in February
Used Class 8 truck sales for February exceeded seasonal expectations amid strong gains for auction, wholesale and same-dealer sales.
April 1, 2026Oil Prices Fall on Renewed Hopes of End to Iran War
Stocks are rushing higher worldwide, and oil prices are easing April 1 as hopes build that the聽war with Iran聽could end soon.
April 1, 2026Volvo Trucks Sees Mild Pre-Buy Lifting Class 8 Orders
North American Class 8 truck purchases this year and next will rise compared with 2025 but are unlikely to meet the promise of February's orders, VTNA says.
April 1, 2026Transportation Groups Push for Big-Picture Highway Bill
Transportation groups are coalescing around familiar priorities: safety, stable highway funding and efficient integration of emerging technologies.
April 1, 2026Ports Report Steady Volumes in February
Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka stressed that while cargo flows remain intact, the broader operating environment has become more unpredictable.
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