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Daimler recalls over 21K trucks
Western Star 47X and 49X trucks could have potential short circuits due to an incorrect installation, the truck manufacturer said.
By David Taube • June 2, 2025 -
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Labor Dept. drops Biden-era ESG fiduciary rule
The agency will no longer defend the rule allowing retirement plan managers to consider environmental, social and governance factors.
By Lamar Johnson • June 2, 2025 -
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‘No longer necessary’: FMCSA seeks to reduce redundant reporting of traffic violations
The clamp-down comes amid a Trump administration push for deregulation where possible.
By David Taube • June 2, 2025 -
US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs
The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.
By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 29, 2025 -
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Congress revokes Advanced Clean Trucks waiver, creating ambiguity for refuse fleets
Last week, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution revoking waivers allowing California to implement several zero-emissions truck policies. The change may give fleet owners “some relief” even as a transition continues.
By Jacob Wallace • May 28, 2025 -
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FMCSA reveals English proficiency enforcement standards
Drivers who fail to pass a two-step test could be placed out of service as of June 25, per the new criteria.
By Edwin Lopez • May 27, 2025 -
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Deep DiveCongress could soon revoke California’s vehicle emissions standards
State and local authority over air quality will be jeopardized if Congress revokes California’s auto emissions limits, experts say.
By Dan Zukowski • May 15, 2025 -
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DOT awards $3.2B to 180 projects
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the Biden administration left the transportation department with 3,200 unobligated grants.
By Dan Zukowski • May 14, 2025 -
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America’s infrastructure notches first-ever ‘C’ grade
Federal funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act helped lift the condition of many categories in the American Society of Civil Engineers’ new report card.
By Julie Strupp • May 12, 2025 -
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US, China agree to reduce tariff rates for 90 days
By Wednesday, the two countries will charge 10% baseline duties during the period and remove certain retaliatory levies that pushed rates over 100%.
By Philip Neuffer • May 12, 2025 -
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DOL orders staff not to enforce Biden-era independent contractor rule
The Labor Department is still considering whether to rescind the rule, which faces ongoing litigation.
By Ryan Golden • May 7, 2025 -
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California DMV proposes new AV regulation framework
Heavy-duty autonomous vehicles over 10,001 pounds can be tested with a DMV-approved permit under the state’s new framework.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 5, 2025 -
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DOT will cut funds to transportation projects with DEI: Duffy
The U.S. transportation secretary also told funding recipients that they need to cooperate with immigration officers or potentially face civil or criminal prosecution.
By Julie Strupp • May 5, 2025 -
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4 issues plaguing the trucking industry
Stakeholders shared their viewpoints on vehicle safety and the driver shortage during a congressional hearing.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 2, 2025 -
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Trump pushes to enforce English proficiency in trucking
In an executive order, the president directed federal officials to make lack of language proficiency an out-of-service violation after years of uneven enforcement.
By Edwin Lopez • April 29, 2025 -
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NHTSA seeks to fast-track AV deployment
The agency’s streamlined process is meant to aid developers and get autonomous driving technology on U.S. roads faster.
By Eric Walz • April 28, 2025 -
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US opens Section 232 probe into truck imports
The Trump administration’s latest investigation could set the foundation for new sector-specific tariffs.
By Philip Neuffer • April 25, 2025 -
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DOT repeals highway greenhouse gas emissions reporting rule
The Biden-era rule, which required states and metropolitan planning organizations to monitor and set targets to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, faced political opposition and lawsuits.
By Dan Zukowski • April 23, 2025 -
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US proceeds with China-linked ship fees
Trade groups fear the plan will raise ocean rates and disrupt supply chains, but U.S. officials argue the fees are essential to incentivizing domestic shipbuilding.
By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2025 -
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Universal Logistics looks to move incorporation from Michigan to Nevada
The company is asking shareholders to approve the conversion, which it says could potentially better protect its directors and officers from ‘unmeritorious’ lawsuits.
By Haley Cawthon • April 18, 2025 -
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US launches probe into semiconductor imports
The Section 232 investigation comes ahead of anticipated tariffs on the industry.
By Philip Neuffer • April 14, 2025 -
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Trucking groups wary of tariff impact on freight flows
Trucking stakeholders said it is still too early to tell, but worry about a prolonged freight recession and impacts to customers.
By Alejandra Carranza • April 10, 2025 -
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Trump pauses most reciprocal tariffs, hikes China’s further
The U.S. will now charge a 125% duty on imports from China, while most other countries will be subject to a 10% rate for 90 days.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated April 11, 2025 -
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Wabash to pay $300M less for 2019 liability case
A Circuit Court determined the initial punitive damage award of $450 million went against the company’s constitutional rights.
By Haley Cawthon • April 8, 2025 -
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Canada to match US tariffs on car imports
The 25% duty on non-USMCA compliant passenger vehicles and light cargo trucks went into effect April 9.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated April 9, 2025
