KASHIMA, Japan — The signs at Nippon Steel read: “The world through steel,” underlining why Japan’s top steelmaker is pursuing its $15 billion bid to acquire U.S. Steel.
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Canada to Open Alaska Consulate to Deepen Arctic Partnership
Canada will establish two new Arctic consulates in Alaska and Greenland and appoint a dedicated Arctic ambassador as part of a long-awaited strategy.
Chevron Slows Permian Growth in Hurdle to Trump Oil Plan
Chevron plans to slow production growth in the biggest U.S. oil field next year in the most definitive sign yet that President-elect Donald Trump faces an uphill battle to ramp up energy output.
US Added a Strong 227,000 Jobs in November
WASHINGTON — America’s job market rebounded in November, adding 227,000 workers in a solid recovery from the previous month.
Survey: EV Reliability Improves but Still Lags Gas models
DETROIT — The reliability of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids has dramatically improved, narrowing a wide gap with gas-powered automobiles, according to the latest survey by Consumer Reports.
Honda Recalls Nearly 206,000 SUVs to Fix Fuel Filler Tubes
DETROIT — Honda is recalling nearly 206,000 SUVs in the U.S. because the fuel filler neck can separate from the filler pipe in a crash, allowing gasoline to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Canada Investigates Vietnamese Container Chassis Imports
The Canada Border Services Agency has launched an investigation into container chassis imported from Vietnam by British Columbia-based Ocean Trailer, a spokesman for the agency said.
Shutdown Looms as Congress Debates Transportation Funding
Congress is working to clear for President Joe Biden fiscal 2025 legislation prior to this month’s deadline. A new session of Congress is scheduled to start in early January.
October Used Class 8 Truck Sales Rise 10.7% Year Over Year
Used Class 8 truck sales in October increased 10.7% year over year to 23,800 units from 21,500, ACT Research reported.
GOP Leaders Give Graves Runway to T&I Panel Chairmanship
House Republican leaders have facilitated Rep. Sam Graves’ chances of keeping his gavel on the influential transportation policy panel.