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Ten Cool Patent Boosts Reefer Fleet Efficiency
A new trailer design from Ten Cool is reshaping refrigerated logistics by driving measurable efficiency gains and stronger temperature control across food and dairy fleets in North America.
Perspective: Trucking’s Strength Comes From Its Unity
Americans depend on trucking. But for the third straight year, tonnage is stuck in neutral. To continue to weather this slump, we must stick together. Our unity is our strength, Chris Spear says.
Canada Set to Renew Trade Talks When US ‘Ready,’ Carney Says
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his country is prepared to resume trade talks “when the Americans are ready,” hours after U.S. President Donald Trump halted negotiations.
US Initiates China Tariff Inquiry Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting
The Trump administration is launching a trade investigation that opens the door to new tariffs on Chinese goods, ratcheting up tensions before a highly anticipated Trump-Xi summit next week.
Canada Begins Antidumping Probe of Chinese Truck Body Imports
Canada is launching an antidumping investigation into truck body imports from China just as Prime Minister Mark Carney is trying to ease trade tensions with the east Asian country.
Future of SuperTruck Program in Doubt After Funding Pullback
The Department of Energy recently terminated $7.5 billion in grants for 223 projects that had been approved by the Biden administration.
Covenant Reports Revenue Gains Amid Muted Q3 Market
“Overall, we expect modest contraction in our combined truckload fleet and growth in our asset-light segments," Covenant CEO David Parker said.
Inflation Stays Elevated but Prices Rose Less Than Feared
The figures show that inflation continues to rise more slowly than many economists expected when President Donald Trump imposed sweeping tariffs in April.
DSV Seeks Buyer for USA Truck After DB Schenker Deal
USA Truck’s business model does not fit DSV’s vision for asset-light North American on-road operations, the company said in a report accompanying the most recent quarter’s results.
GM Cuts More Than 200 Salaried Workers to Push Profits
Tariffs have added costs that automakers mostly have not offset with higher prices, and they are reining in investments for EVs that are selling slowly as the government eliminates incentives.
Bridgestone Taps New CEO With Mandate to Revive Growth
Morita, 52, will take over as CEO on Jan. 1. He’s currently the company’s chief strategy officer and has been with Bridgestone for almost three decades.
DOT Renews Criticism of Immigrant Drivers After Crash
A truck driver accused of being under the influence and causing a fiery crash that killed three people on a California freeway is in the country illegally, U.S. Homeland Security officials said.
Meet Transport Topics' 2025 Trucking's Frontline Heroes in San Diego
Every year, Transport Topics honors a few notable individuals in the transportation industry who challenged overwhelming odds to deliver hope to their communities. Today, hear the stories of our 2025 Trucking’s Frontline Heroes at a special award ceremony held during the 4:15 p.m. general session.
GM, Stellantis Lose Part of Canada Tariff Break After Job Cuts
GM and Stellantis will be forced to pay tariffs on some U.S.-made vehicles they import for sale in Canada, after the companies decided to reduce assembly-line work at Ontario factories.
Rivian Will Pay $250M to Settle Legal Suit Over Price Hikes
Rivian Automotive agreed to pay $250 million to settle an investor lawsuit, against the electric vehicle maker, saying it’s eager to put the legal wrangling behind it.
Trump Says He's Ending All Trade Talks With Canada Over Ad
President Donald Trump said late Oct. 23 that he was ending “all trade negotiations” with Canada because of a television ad in that country opposing U.S. tariffs.
Truck-Lite’s New 1.25” Marker & Clearance Light - Built for Performance. Designed for Ease.
Introducing the new 34 Series LED Marker & Clearance Light– a next-generation upgrade for the specialty trailer market. With a sleek, modern design and enhanced light output, this 1.25” round light delivers unmatched visibility while simplifying installation.
Isaac Harnesses AI to Better Evaluate Driver Safety
Isaac previewed burgeoning capabilities and outlined its broader vision for AI and fleet management technology at its Horizon 2025 user conference, held Oct. 20-22.
Ford Sees Up to $2 Billion Profit Hit From Aluminum Plant Fire
Ford expects a profit hit of as much as $2 billion after a devastating fire at a key supplier of aluminum for its top-selling F-150 pickup truck, overshadowing solid Q3 financial results.