US launches probe into semiconductor imports

The Section 232 investigation comes ahead of anticipated tariffs on the industry.

By Philip Neuffer • April 14, 2025

Trucking groups wary of tariff impact on freight flows

Trucking stakeholders said it is still too early to tell, but worry about a prolonged freight recession and impacts to customers.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 10, 2025

Trump pauses most reciprocal tariffs, hikes China’s further

The U.S. will now charge a 125% duty on imports from China, while most other countries will be subject to a 10% rate for 90 days.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated April 11, 2025

Wabash to pay $300M less for 2019 liability case

A Circuit Court determined the initial punitive damage award of $450 million went against the company’s constitutional rights.

By Haley Cawthon • April 8, 2025

Canada to match US tariffs on car imports

The 25% duty on non-USMCA compliant passenger vehicles and light cargo trucks went into effect April 9.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated April 9, 2025

Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties

The president said he will levy import taxes on China, Japan and others equal to half of what they charge the U.S. based on White House calculations.

By Philip Neuffer • April 2, 2025

Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of international trade actions

The U.S. has rolled out a deluge of tariffs, sparking responses from trading partners. Here's where each tariff – threatened or realized – currently stands.

By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • Updated April 14, 2025

California Trucking Association leader opens lobbying firm

Chris Shimoda, CTA’s former SVP of government affairs, will continue to work with the nation's largest state trucking group at Shimoda Government Strategies.

By Colin Campbell • April 2, 2025

TCA president shares optimistic outlook for truckload haulers

Jim Ward discussed emissions rule rollbacks, independent contractor law and tariffs in an interview with Trucking Dive.

By Colin Campbell • March 28, 2025

How Trump’s FMCSA nominee bridged the trucker-trooper divide

Derek Barrs developed a program pairing drivers and law enforcement to promote mutual understanding while serving as Florida Highway Patrol chief.

By Colin Campbell • March 28, 2025

US will charge 25% tariffs on foreign-made cars

The increased duties will go into effect April 2, President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated March 26, 2025

Acting FMCSA chief exits after 2 weeks

Adrienne Camire has left the safety regulatory agency, a spokesperson confirmed to Trucking Dive.

By Colin Campbell • March 26, 2025

Up to $51B in transportation grant awards at risk, advocacy group says

Transportation for America analyzed a leaked Department of Transportation policy memo that targets road safety, bicycle and electric vehicle infrastructure projects.

By Dan Zukowski • March 26, 2025

Trump nominates former Florida Highway Patrol chief as FMCSA head

The trucking industry had lobbied for Derek Barrs' nomination to lead the safety regulator. 

By Colin Campbell • March 25, 2025

FMC advisory group reviews drayage experience at seaports

National Shipper Advisory Committee is looking to identify key issues truckers face at the Northwest Seaport Alliance.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 25, 2025

Trucking groups cheer Trump EPA’s review of emissions rules

The Biden administration’s GHG3 and NOx rules were unachievable on current timelines, industry groups said.

By Colin Campbell • March 14, 2025

EPA reconsiders auto, truck emissions requirements

The agency is reevaluating stricter rules for model-year 2027 cars and trucks set by the Biden administration.

By Colin Campbell • March 12, 2025

Trump reverses Canada steel, aluminum tariff hike

A 25% tariff increase on the metal imports will still go into effect Wednesday, but that rate won’t double after Ontario backed off from imposing retaliatory energy tariffs.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 11, 2025

Former FHWA chief counsel picked as acting FMCSA chief

Adrienne Camire was appointed Friday as deputy administrator and acting administrator of the regulatory agency.

By Colin Campbell • March 10, 2025

Tariffs create frenzy in cross-border trucking

Some customers have seen an increase in wait times at U.S.-Mexico border, while others are adjusting to avoid higher duties.

By Alejandra Carranza , Colin Campbell • March 10, 2025

Cargo theft reaching record levels, prompting calls for congressional action

Carriers and shippers urged congress to combat the issue by stepping up enforcement and creating a task force.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 7, 2025

Trump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods

Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.

By Philip Neuffer • March 6, 2025

Trump pauses Mexico tariffs on USMCA goods until April 2

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated the White House will soon announce that all goods compliant with the trade deal could receive the same treatment.

By Philip Neuffer • March 6, 2025

Tariffs will have ‘direct and disproportionate’ effect on truckers, industry warns

New duties will impact 100,000 full-time truckers hauling 85% of cross-border Mexico shipments and 67% of Canada shipments, ATA President and CEO Chris Spear said.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 6, 2025

Trump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs

Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.

By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez , Max Garland • March 4, 2025