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Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow whats happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

Government, Technology, Safety

Trump Administration Terminates Drug Testing Advisory Board

The Trump administration has dissolved the Drug Testing Advisory Board, which for more than three decades has overseen the development of federal testing programs and laboratories that process drug tests.

April 18, 2025
Government, Business

New US Ambassador to Japan Optimistic on Tariff Deal

The new U.S. ambassador to Japan arrived in Tokyo on April 18 and said he is optimistic that his country and its key Asian ally will reach a deal in their ongoing tariff negotiations.

April 18, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Trump Moves Closer to Port Fee on Chinese Vessels

The Trump administration took steps to impose levies on Chinese vessels docking at U.S. ports, threatening to shake up global shipping routes and escalate the trade war.

April 18, 2025
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Norfolk Southern, Chemical Maker Hash Out Who Pays Residents

Norfolk Southern reached an agreement with one of two companies about how much each side will help pay for a $600 million class-action settlement after the 2023 Ohio train derailment.

April 18, 2025
Government, Business

Trump Says Hes in No Rush to End Tariffs

President Donald Trump said April 17 that he is in no rush to reach any trade deals because of the revenue his tariffs are generating.

April 17, 2025
Government, Business

US, Japan to Conduct Second Round of Trade Talks

Preparations are underway for a second round of tariff talks to take place later this month, Japans lead negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, said in Washington on April 16.

April 17, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Ford to Raise Car Prices This Summer Unless Tariffs Ease

Ford is preparing to raise prices on cars rolling off assembly lines starting next month if President Donald Trump doesnt deliver on the tariff relief he has hinted at for automakers.

April 17, 2025

TT Podcasts: RoadSigns

Brian Antonellis of Fleet Advantage and TMC General Chairman Radu Mihai discuss the urgent need for targeted training programs for heavy-duty technicians that build a capable, future-ready workforce.

April 17, 2025
Government, Business

Retail Sales Increase 1.4% in March Ahead of Tariffs

U.S. shoppers stepped up their shopping last month, fueled by a spending spree on big-ticket items, particularly cars, before President Donald Trumps expansive new tariffs kicked in.

April 17, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Governors, Senators Ask EPA to Back Biofuel Industry

Four governors and U.S. senators from 10 states are urging EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin in separate letters to establish robust future Renewable Fuels Standards.

April 16, 2025