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

Roadway safety requires traffic enforcement, infrastructure investments: House hearing

Safety advocates and local government officials joined members of Congress in calling for action to reduce traffic deaths in a House subcommittee hearing.

By Dan Zukowski • March 4, 2025

Manufacturing is on the rebound, but tariffs threaten growth: PMI

Production and demand rose last month as customers rushed to put in new orders ahead of the Trump administration's levies. The bump, however, could prove short-lived as prices spike amid tariff-induced inflation. 

By Kate Magill • March 4, 2025

BMO transportation loan woes ease

But tariff threats are creating uncertainty for some customers across the bank’s businesses.

By David Taube • March 3, 2025

House reps reintroduce truck parking bill

The bill seeks to provide $755 million in competitive grant toward improving availability of spots for commercial vehicle drivers.

By David Taube • Feb. 28, 2025

Canada and Mexico tariffs will take effect March 4, Trump confirms

The president will also impose an additional 10% import tax on China next week and hinted at plans to soon levy 25% duties on the European Union.

By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 27, 2025

Tariffs prompt cross-border contract uncertainty: Ryder

CEO and Chairman Robert Sanchez said it’s possible tariffs with North America neighbors might not even occur.

By David Taube • Feb. 21, 2025

Powell says Fed need not hurry to cut main rate, GDP growth ‘solid’

Monetary policy is “well positioned” to handle any rebound in price pressures or weakening in the labor market, the Federal Reserve chair said.

By Jim Tyson • Feb. 19, 2025

Potential tariffs are ‘a moving target’: Werner CEO

More than 10% of the truckload giant’s revenues are tied to Mexico, Chairman Derek Leathers said on an earnings call last week.

By David Taube • Feb. 10, 2025