Donald Trump Transportation News Updates

Government, Business

Trump Directs Government to Consider Tariffs on Copper

President Donald Trump on Feb. 25 directed the government to consider possible tariffs on copper, the latest move by the White House to tax a wide array of imports and reshape global trade.

February 25, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

GSA to Shut Off EV Chargers at Federal Buildings

Federal buildings across the U.S. have been ordered to shut off electric vehicle chargers, the latest move to rescind pro-EV initiatives in President Donald Trump’s first months in office.

February 25, 2025
Government, Business

Trump: Tariffs on Mexico, Canada ‘Going Forward’ Next Month

President Donald Trump said he expected tariffs planned to take effect on Canada and Mexico to go ahead next month following an initial delay.

February 24, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

US Imposes More Sanctions on Iranian Oil Trade

The U.S. on Feb. 24 imposed sanctions on dozens of people and oil tankers across China, the United Arab Emirates, India and other jurisdictions for allegedly helping to finance Iran.

February 24, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Trump Proposes New Ship Fees to Challenge China

The Trump administration is proposing fees on the use of China’s commercial ships it says could help counter the country’s maritime dominance.

February 24, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Bank of Canada Sees Tariffs Wiping Out Growth for Years

While Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem insists there’s a limit to a monetary policy response to a tariff war, he has a clear view of the damage it could have on the Canadian economy.

February 21, 2025
Government, Business

Trump’s Growing Focus on Tariffs Raises Odds of Trade War

President Donald Trump is focusing on the revenue his tariffs would generate as he seeks to get tax cuts through Congress, pointing to an ominous path for countries trying to avoid a trade war.

February 21, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Stellantis Pauses Jeep Compass, Ontario Plant Operations

The Brampton plant, which employed about 3,000 workers, is currently being retooled to build electric and and gas-powered vehicles for the Jeep brands.

February 20, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Rivian Reports Profit but Cuts 2025 EV Sales Forecast

Rivian Automotive said its electric-vehicle deliveries this year will fall short of Wall Street estimates as potential policy shifts in Washington threaten to further dampen EV demand.

February 20, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Trump Administration Orders Halt to NYC Congestion Pricing

The move, DOT Secretary Sean Duffy said, “effectively ends tolling authority for New York City’s cordon pricing plan,” which tolled drivers entering Manhattan below 60th Street.

February 20, 2025