Trucking groups react to speed limiters repeal

The withdrawal drew support but also neutral stances, following a longstanding debate.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 8, 2025

Shippers are being more decisive despite uncertainty: Ryder

The Trump administration’s sweeping new tax law has provided clarity for some supply chain customers, CEO Robert Sanchez told investors.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 4, 2025

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Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

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US, Mexico agree to extend USMCA-tariff pause

The two countries will continue to negotiate over a 90-day period during which imports from Mexico will avoid a planned 30% tariff from the Trump administration. 

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 1, 2025

US, South Korea strike tariff deal, Trump says

Under the proposed agreement, imports from South Korea would be subject to a 15% tariff while U.S.-originating goods would be exempt from duties.

By Kelly Stroh • July 30, 2025

EPA seeks to reverse 2009 emissions framework

The proposed measure could produce sweeping ripple effects on regulations such as last year’s phase three greenhouse gas emissions rule for heavy-duty trucks.

By David Taube • July 30, 2025

Paccar weighs risks of tariffs, US security threat investigation

The truck manufacturer anticipates a $75 million hit from tariffs in Q3, but Q4 impacts may vary depending on the U.S. commerce secretary’s findings.

By Haley Cawthon • July 29, 2025

US installs 17% tariff on tomatoes from Mexico

The action came after the Commerce Department ended a six-year agreement favored by U.S. distributors and importers.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 22, 2025

Federal excise tax changes fall short in Congress

Legislators have tried this year to repeal or drastically reduce a longtime fee on new trucking equipment, including through the “big beautiful bill.”

By David Taube • July 18, 2025

Cargo theft moves into focus as Congress mulls how to fight organized retail crime

The problem is growing, though the full impact is unclear, according to speakers at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing Tuesday.

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2025

EU, Canada delay retaliatory tariffs against US

Meanwhile, Brazil announced its own countermeasures while Mexico remains confident it will reach a deal by Aug. 1.

By Philip Neuffer • July 15, 2025

US plans 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico

President Donald Trump unveiled the new duty rates, set to begin Aug. 1, in separate letters shared on social media Saturday morning. 

By Max Garland , Philip Neuffer • July 12, 2025

US imposes 35% tariff on Canada imports

President Donald Trump said the duties will take effect Aug. 1, except for goods under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Aug. 1, 2025

Trump rolls out reciprocal tariffs for Japan, South Korea, others

The U.S. detailed the rates it will impose on imports from certain countries starting Aug. 1 in mostly identical letters shared by the president.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated July 12, 2025

Trump tax law draws praise, criticism from industry groups

The final tax package restores a 100% bonus depreciation provision, but a ban on overtime taxes fails to benefit truckers, stakeholders noted.

By David Taube • July 7, 2025

US preps for August return of country-specific reciprocal tariffs

The Trump administration plans to reinstate the levies Aug. 1 after alerting individual trading partners of their specific duty rates starting Monday.

By Philip Neuffer • July 7, 2025

US manufacturing activity improved in June, but sentiment remains low

Weak demand and price increases continued last month as a return of country-specific tariffs looms, according to the Institute for Supply Management.

By Nathan Owens • July 2, 2025

Medical examiners’ records must be filed electronically: FMCSA

Thirty-seven states are already compliant with the new rule, which aims to reduce document fraud.

By Haley Cawthon • July 1, 2025

CPKC aims to remedy service disruptions by mid-July

Issues with a technology transition have led to increased dwell time and missed switches.

By Kelly Stroh • June 30, 2025

DOT agencies withdraw speed limiters proposal

The move was part of a "pro-trucker package" that also declared funding for truck parking and highlighted efforts to reduce regulatory burdens.

By David Taube • June 27, 2025

Fed on hold to see if tariff-induced inflation persists, Powell says

“A majority of my committee has said that they do expect to cut rates between now and the end of the year,” Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said.

By Jim Tyson • June 27, 2025

Trump signs resolutions killing California’s zero-emissions rules

President Donald Trump called for ending electric vehicle mandates, signing off on a trio of congressional joint resolutions.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 13, 2025

NYC’s congestion pricing could be halted, but the data says it’s working

TomTom data shows a significant shift in traffic patterns, with congestion levels dropping considerably across the city, a company expert says.

By Ralf-Peter Schäfer • June 10, 2025

FMCSA seeking to overhaul IT budget

The agency is proposing staff reductions while also aiming to modernize its technology systems.

By David Taube • June 9, 2025

FMCSA rear impact guard labeling issue part of deregulation push

A rule involving worn-out and illegible stickers, issues that the government has advised are not problematic, could soon be officially voided.

By David Taube • June 4, 2025

Daimler recalls over 21K trucks

Western Star 47X and 49X trucks could have potential short circuits due to an incorrect installation, the truck manufacturer said.

By David Taube • June 2, 2025