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Ontario Premier Floats US-Canada Trade Deal Without Mexico
The premier of Canada’s largest province wants the country to negotiate its own trade agreement with the U.S., unless Mexico aligns with its North American partners on Chinese imports.
Trump Picks Former Congressman Lee Zeldin to Lead the EPA
President-elect Donald Trump has selected former New York congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency.
Exxon CEO Urges Trump to Stick With Paris Climate Pact
The chief executive of Exxon Mobil Corp. on Nov. 12 discouraged President-elect Donald Trump from withdrawing the U.S. from the landmark Paris climate pact, arguing that would mean forfeiting a chance to push for “common sense” carbon-cutting policy on the world stage.
OPEC Cuts Global Oil Demand Growth Forecasts Again
OPEC cut its oil demand growth forecasts for this year and next for a fourth consecutive month as it belatedly recognized a slowdown in top consumer China.
Business Groups Urge Trudeau to End Canada Port Lockouts
Business groups are urging Justin Trudeau’s government to put an end to labor strife at Canada’s largest ports, as it did with railways in August, to avoid chaos in the supply chains.
Home Depot’s Q3 Results Top Expectations
Home Depot continued to deal with a pullback in spending from customers in fiscal Q3, but it was less severe than in the past, and its performance beat Wall Street’s expectations.
NHTSA Probes Whether Engines on 1.4 Million Hondas May Fail
DETROIT — The U.S. government’s highway safety agency is investigating complaints that engines can fail on as many as 1.4 million Honda and Acura vehicles.
EPA to Charge First ‘Methane Fee’ for Oil and Gas Companies
WASHINGTON — Oil and natural gas companies for the first time will have to pay a federal fee if they emit dangerous methane above certain levels under a rule by the Biden administration.
Pup Trailers Can Help Fleets Improve Efficiency, Lower Costs
Trucks pulling two 28-foot trailers, or “pups,” are common throughout the LTL industry. However, federal limitations and state regulations limit adoption of longer combination vehicles.
Crossword Puzzle Solution for November 11, 2024
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the November 11, 2024 print edition.
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NHTSA Warned Tesla Months Before Self-Driving Probe
In a May 15 email sent to Tesla representatives, a NHTSA official flagged seven social media posts that gave the agency pause.
FRA Awards $96.5M to Hydrogen Rail Projects in Three States
Under terms of the grant program, FRA will pay no more than 80% of a project’s cost, with a minimum 20% match that can include in-kind contributions.
Toyota Criticizes US Push for Rapid EV Adoption
“The whole EV ecosystem is ahead of the consumer,” Toyota North America COO Jack Hollis said, pointing to tailpipe emission rules from the EPA and California.
Trump’s Win Sets Off Race to Complete Chip Subsidy Deals
The Biden administration is racing to complete CHIPS Act agreements, aiming to shore up one of its signature initiatives before President-elect Donald Trump enters the White House.
Pair Charged With Smuggling Truck Emission Override Systems
A father and son have been accused of conspiring to smuggle illegal devices to override emission controls on trucks into Central Washington and selling them online for $74 million.
TxDOT Campaign to End Traffic Deaths Focuses on Permian Basin
ODESSA — The Texas Department of Transportation announced a statewide public campaign to end fatalities on Texas roadways.
Port of Houston Gets $3M EPA Grant for Climate Planning
The Port of Houston Authority received a $3 million grant through the EPA’s Clean Ports program as part of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ Investing in America agenda.
Tesla Cybertruck Leases Start at $999 a Month
Tesla Inc. is now offering the option to lease its polarizing Cybertruck, with prices starting at $999 a month.
Geely Seeks 2 Billion-Euro Loan to Refinance Volvo Truck Deal
Geely Holding Group is in talks with banks for a syndicated loan to refinance borrowings related to its acquisition of a stake in Volvo AB in 2018, according to people familiar with the matter.