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Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.

Business, Fuel

Brent Crude Tumbles Below $75 a Barrel, Erasing 2024 Gains

Brent erased its 2024 gains as concerns about demand in the world’s two biggest economies overshadow heightened geopolitical risks.

Julia Fanzeres | Bloomberg News
September 3, 2024
Government, Business, Technology

China Responds to Canada’s EV Tariffs With Rapeseed Probe

China will start an anti-dumping probe into rapeseed imports from Canada, with trade tensions escalating after Canada imposed tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, steel and aluminum.

Hallie Gu and Megan Durisin | Bloomberg News
September 3, 2024
Business, Logistics, Global Freight

Container Carrier Profits Soar on Record Volumes, High Rates

The global container shipping industry saw profits surge to more than $10 billion in the second quarter on record volumes and rising freight rates after Red Sea diversions.

Brendan Murray | Bloomberg News
September 3, 2024
Government, Business, Safety

DEA Won't Decide on Marijuana Until After Election

WASHINGTON — A decision on whether to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug won’t come until after the November presidential election.

September 3, 2024
Business

Make Safe Uniform Choices For Your Team

Are you and your team compliant with the latest ANSI/ISEA 107 Hi-Visibility Uniform Standards? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down the standards by industry, type, and garment class while giving you clear guidelines to help keep your team safe and compliant in any situation.

September 1, 2024
Business, Technology, Safety

Why Seed-Key Exchange Isn’t Protecting Your Fleet

Outdated security methods like seed-key exchange leave your fleet vulnerable to cyberattacks, risking critical system control. Discover how to upgrade to stronger protections to safeguard your fleet and operations. Download the National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc.’s (NMFTA)™ free guide now.

September 1, 2024
Business, Fuel

Increase your fleet’s fuel economy with the right lubricants

With our recommendation of Mobil Delvac™ Extreme FE 10W-30, GP Transco was able to achieve up to a 1% gain in fuel economy—saving them hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. Find out how.

September 1, 2024
Business

2024 Customer Service Trends in the Supply Chain

In today's landscape of high customer expectations, evaluating your customer experience (CX) is crucial. Download this report to discover the challenges and opportunities in transportation and logistics CX, along with strategies for improving satisfaction, ROI, and the role of AI in boosting efficiency.

September 1, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Trucking Technology Connects the Dots for Carriers

As connected trucks rack up miles and pile up data, fleet managers can increasingly make use of the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence to access and act on the incoming information.

Stephen Bennett | Special to Transport Topics
August 30, 2024
Business, Fuel

60 Seconds: US Oil Dominance Hinges on Quiet Corner in NM

About 100 miles east of UFO-capital Roswell, a dusty corner of New Mexico with more cattle than people is quietly buttressing the U.S.’s world #oil dominance. 

August 30, 2024