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Ford Says Latest Fire at Aluminum Plant Won’t Hurt Profits

Ford affirmed that it still expects to earn $6 billion to $6.5 billion before interest and taxes this year, despite a second significant fire this week at the Novelis aluminum plant in Oswego, N.Y.

November 21, 2025
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Tesla Sued Over Fatality in Growing Scrutiny of Doors

The lawsuit comes weeks after suits filed in Wisconsin and California involving fatal crashes in which occupants allegedly became trapped when the doors wouldn't open.

November 21, 2025
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Page Trucking Acquires Goulet in Boost to Bulk Operations

Page Trucking will acquire Goulet Trucking in a move that positions the combined operations among North America’s largest specialized bulk haulers.

November 21, 2025
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Fleets Bring Drivers Into the Fold to Identify Cost Savings

Fleet executives said achievable incentives and frank discussions about opportunities for cost reductions can help companies operate cohesively to navigate difficult times.

November 21, 2025
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Consumer Sentiment Falls to One of Lowest Levels on Record

The final November sentiment index dropped to 51 from 53.6 in October, according to the University of Michigan. Views of personal finances were the dimmest since 2009.

November 21, 2025
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Trump's Tariffs Put Dent in Japan's Exports to US

President Donald Trump placed a 15% tax on goods imported from Japan. It's a heavy burden for the major U.S. ally, but shipments to the rest of Asia are helping to offset lost sales.

November 21, 2025
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DOT Threatens to Withhold $75M From Pennsylvania Over CDLs

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration said the federal government didn't identify a single CDL issued to someone who wasn't eligible.

November 21, 2025
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Layoffs Piling Up Across Many Industries

Amid wider economic uncertainty, sizable layoffs have continued to pile up for companies across many industries, including transportation — raising worker anxieties.

November 21, 2025
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Trucking Prepares for Subdued 2025 Holiday Shipping Season

Carriers attribute the softer outlook to shippers front-loading inventory earlier in the year due to tariff concerns, combined with cautious consumer spending amid inflation worries.

November 20, 2025
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Trump’s Energy Department Revamp Removes Clean Energy Offices

The Trump administration is eliminating Energy Department offices focused on clean energy and renewables, including an office that conducted research into plug-in electric trucks.

November 20, 2025

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