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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, 2025Tesla 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, 2025Page 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, 2025Fleets 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, 2025Consumer 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, 2025Trump'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, 2025DOT 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, 2025Layoffs 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, 2025Trucking 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, 2025Trump’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.
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