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USDOT Cancels New Review Step for State Transportation Plans
President Donald Trump鈥檚 administration is backing off its demand for an extra layer of federal scrutiny whenever states seek even minor changes to their transportation plans.
February 28, 2025Amerit Fleet Solutions Acquires Vector Fleet Management
Amerit Fleet Solutions has acquired fleet maintenance and parts management services company Vector Fleet Management, the company announced Feb. 28.
February 28, 2025Intel Postpones Ohio Chip Project Until 2030s
Intel is further delaying the opening of a much-touted new semiconductor complex in Ohio, marking the latest setback to the chipmaker鈥檚 expansion plans.
February 28, 2025Geotab Aims to Boost Driver Safety Through AI, Incentives
Geotab is incorporating artificial intelligence and behavioral science into its connected vehicle technology in a bid to elevate driver safety.
February 28, 2025US Economy Grew at 2.3% Annual Pace in Q4
The American economy grew at a solid 2.3% annual rate the last three months of 2024, supported by a burst of year-end consumer spending, the government said.
February 28, 2025Court Nixes Teamsters鈥 WARN Claims Against Yellow
Judge Craig Goldblatt on Feb. 26 found Yellow to be a 鈥渓iquidating fiduciary,鈥 rather than an employer, at the time it laid off unionized employees.
February 28, 2025Doug Ford Re-Elected as Ontario鈥檚 Premier
Ontario Premier Doug Ford won re-election to lead Canada鈥檚 most populous province on Feb. 27, giving him the mandate he wanted to fight tariffs threatened by U.S. President Donald Trump.
February 28, 2025Consumer Spending Falls as Inflation Indicator Rises
The Federal Reserve鈥檚 preferred measure of underlying inflation rose at a mild pace in January, while consumers pulled back on spending.
February 28, 2025As Tariffs Loom, US Imports More Food Than Ever
The United States, known for being a global agriculture powerhouse, has never imported more food than it is right now. And its agricultural exports are falling.
February 28, 2025Tesla Targets Waymo, Uber in California Ride-Hail Bid
Tesla is seeking approval to offer ride-hailing services in California, a key step by Elon Musk鈥檚 company to begin carrying paying customers while its traditional business falters.
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