Current News Letter
April - June 2024
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Transport Topics
- Lucid Trims Production Goals Following Tough Year February 24, 2026Lucid Group plans to boost electric vehicle output more slowly in 2026 following a year marked by production struggles and faltering demand for battery-powered vehicles in the U.S.
- Israel Raises Wheat Levies to Woo US February 24, 2026Israel plans to make further trade concessions to the U.S. on food and agricultural goods as part of efforts to persuade its closest ally to ease tariffs on exports from the Jewish state.
- US Signals Possible Easing of Metal Tariffs, EU Says February 24, 2026European Union officials believe the U.S. will soon streamline its broad tariffs on products containing steel and aluminum, a topic that’s been an irritant in transatlantic relations.
- Tariff Ruling May Spur Cargo Surge at Port of Los Angeles February 24, 2026The Supreme Court’s decision on President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs may drive up cargo volume, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Eugene Seroka said.
- Companies Push for Billions in Refunds After Tariff Reversal February 24, 2026The Trump administration is likely to face legal obstacles if it argues against refunds for the tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court — thanks to statements by Justice Department lawyers.
- Confusion Mounts as US 10% Tariffs Begin February 24, 2026Donald Trump’s new 10% global tariffs went into effect Feb. 24, kicking off a White House effort to preserve the president’s trade agenda after the Supreme Court struck down his original duties.
- Forward Air Posts Quarterly Loss While Advancing Overhaul February 24, 2026Forward Air posted a fourth-quarter loss of $36.4 million while focusing on its improvement initiatives, the company reported Feb. 23.
- Rising Expectations Push Consumer Confidence Higher February 24, 2026The rise in confidence comes as recent data has indicated the labor market is showing some signs of stabilization and inflation has been relatively tame.
- Perspective: Why Fleets Need UM, UIM Insurance Coverage February 24, 2026Some fleet owners may overlook an important type of insurance coverage: Uninsured Motorist Property Damage and Underinsured Motorist Property Damage, writes attorney Kelsea Eckert.
- CDL Schools Across Varied Sites Flagged in Safety Sweep February 24, 2026The federal sting against sham truck driver training operations identified sites ranging from community colleges to churches among the 550 found violating safety standards.