General News
Senate Panels OK Bradbury for DOT, Chavez-DeRemer for Labor
A Senate panel recently gave approval to the nomination of Steven Bradbury to help lead the Department of Transportation as deputy secretary. The vote was 15-13 along party lines.
Auto Haulers Eye Initial Jack Cooper Tailwind in Weak Market
The collapse of auto hauler Jack Cooper Transport is expected to provide an initial tailwind for other carriers in the sector, and possibly stimulate some appetite for mergers.
Stakeholders Urge Congress to Take Action on Cargo Theft
A stakeholder representing ATA on Feb. 27 shared with a Senate panel ongoing industry concerns associated with an increase in cargo theft afflicting the nation’s supply chain.
Forward Air Reports Mixed Q4 Amid Stabilization Efforts
Forward Air remained focused on stabilizing operations in the aftermath of a major acquisition and change in direction leading up to the fourth quarter of 2024, the company reported Feb. 26.
Federal Reversal Clears Path for Louisiana Port Development
The state had previously OK’d the construction of a grain elevator in an area along the west bank of the Mississippi River, but federal red tape prevented the project from moving forward.
Nissan Prepares to Replace CEO After Honda Deal Falls Apart
Nissan is drawing up plans to replace its CEO following another dismal set of earnings and the collapse of talks to combine with Honda, according to people familiar with the matter.
US Ports Experience Strong Start to 2025
The Port of Long Beach reported its strongest January on record, largely driven by retailers moving cargo ahead of the anticipated tariffs on goods from China, Mexico and Canada.
Trump Says Tariffs on Mexico and Canada Will Proceed March 4
President Donald Trump says he plans to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting March 4, in addition to doubling the 10% universal tariff charged on imports from China.
Triumph Financial Acquiring Greenscreens for $160 Million
Greenscreens.ai provides short-term freight market pricing intelligence using machine learning, allowing customers to make data-informed pricing and purchasing decisions.
Trucking Firms Relieved as Google Extends Cookie Use
Employed by ad tech companies to track where you go on the web, cookies have been used since the mid-’90s by truckers and others to create a profile of your internet buying habits.
TT Podcasts: RoadSigns
ATA Technology & Maintenance Council is tackling technician shortages and evolving technology at the 2025 TMC Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition March 10-13. Don't miss this deep dive into the key issues shaping the future of trucking maintenance.
EU Pushes Back Against Trump’s Caustic Claims on Tariffs
“The EU wasn’t formed to screw anyone,” Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said after President Donald Trump said the 27-nation bloc was out to get the United States.
Democrats Targeting Trump's Energy Emergency
President Donald Trump began dismantling Joe Biden's climate change and renewable energy policies on his first day, declaring a national energy emergency — an emergency Democrats say is a sham.
January Trailers Orders Jump 51% From Last Year
U.S. trailer orders were predictably stronger than the year-ago period with the tally jumping 51% in January, ACT Research reported.
Tariffs on China Might Hurt US Economy More Than Expected
New research suggests President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs on imports from China could hit the American economy more than official U.S. trade data indicate.
Biofuel Groups Urge EPA to Set 2026 Renewable Fuel Standards
A national trade coalition is urging Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin to set Renewable Fuel Standards for 2026 and later to bolster U.S. biofuel availability.
Senate Transportation Committee Eyes Next Highway Bill
WASHINGTON — A policy update of the nation’s highway network is guiding the legislative agenda for the Senate’s transportation committee, that panel’s leader affirmed Feb. 26.
Trump Sows Confusion Around Global Tariffs Timing, Scope
President Donald Trump on Feb. 26 gave a series of apparently contradictory answers about his plans to enact tariffs on Canada and Mexico, as well as the European Union.
Senate Confirms Jamieson Greer to Be Top Trade Negotiator
The Senate has confirmed Jamieson Greer, a veteran of President Donald Trump’s first-term economic battles with China, Mexico and Canada, to be America’s top trade negotiator.
Mack Trucks Makes Remote Software Updates Standard
When AutoSend software deployment becomes standard for customers with trucks equipped with driver-display activation, customers won’t have to worry about which trucks need updates.