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Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

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Tesla Cybercab launch draws NHTSA probe the next day

NHTSA officials are opening an investigation into whether Tesla's new steering-wheel-free taxis comply with safety rules a day after the company began offering rides.

September 4, 2026
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Trump plans executive order on direct beef sales

President Donald Trump said he was creating a program to help farmers and ranchers “process their own food," a move aimed at addressing the high cost of beef.

September 4, 2026
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N.Y.-N.J. Port Authority, Calstart launch $45M truck effort

The initiatives being launched will support electric truck purchases and the charging systems needed to keep them operating at the East Coast’s busiest seaport.

September 4, 2026
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Manufacturing and construction job growth outpaces services

U.S. job growth in manufacturing, construction and other goods producers is outpacing that of the larger services economy.

September 4, 2026
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Labor Day gas prices are at record high

Labor Day traditionally portends a break for drivers. But this year, something unusual is happening: Prices are on the rise. 

September 4, 2026
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Oil prices up sharply this week

Brent crude fell 0.2% to $95.37 a barrel. U.S. gasoline prices will be higher this Labor Day weekend than they have ever been at this time of year, according to AAA.

September 4, 2026
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Texas law proposal targets fraudulent digital Mexican CDLs

Texas roadway crashes have been linked to untrained truck drivers who allegedly purchased valid, Mexican-issued CDLs, one official testified.

September 4, 2026
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U.S. job market rebounds with 162,000 new jobs

Labor Department revisions added 55,000 to June and July payrolls. Employers created 21,000 jobs in July; the Labor Department had originally reported that they’d cut 23,000.

September 4, 2026
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Diesel hits record price at an average of $5.85 a gallon

Because diesel is used for many freight and delivery networks, higher diesel prices mean higher transportation costs for a long list of everyday goods.

September 4, 2026
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Volkswagen board approves 50,000 additional job cuts

Volkswagen's supervisory board backed a sweeping overhaul that calls for 50,000 additional job cuts, far fewer models and a smaller industrial footprint.

September 3, 2026

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