Trump Says He’s in ‘No Rush’ to End Tariffs
President Donald Trump said April 17 that he is in “no rush” to reach any trade deals because of the revenue his tariffs are generating.
Investment Firm Stonepeak Buys Majority Stake in Dupré
Stonepeak’s infrastructure investments include temperature-controlled warehouse trust Lineage, chassis provider Trac Intermodal and intermodal container lessor Textainer.
US, Japan to Conduct Second Round of Trade Talks
Preparations are underway for a second round of tariff talks to take place later this month, Japan’s lead negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, said in Washington on April 16.
Marten Transport Q1 Profit Slumps 55.2% to $4.3 Million
Mondovi, Wis.-based company’s results took a hammering from both the freight recession and uncertainty precipitated by the Trump administration’s tariff regime, it said April 16.
Ford to Raise Car Prices This Summer Unless Tariffs Ease
Ford is preparing to raise prices on cars rolling off assembly lines starting next month if President Donald Trump doesn’t deliver on the tariff relief he has hinted at for automakers.
Retail Sales Increase 1.4% in March Ahead of Tariffs
U.S. shoppers stepped up their shopping last month, fueled by a spending spree on big-ticket items, particularly cars, before President Donald Trump’s expansive new tariffs kicked in.
CSX Net Income Decreases 27% in First Quarter
OMAHA, Neb. — CSX railroad’s profit fell 27% in the first quarter as two major construction projects contributed to a decline in shipments.
J.B. Hunt Reports Small Dips in Revenue, Earnings for Q1
J.B. Hunt Transport Services reported a slight decline in revenue as segment results dragged down top-line numbers during the first quarter of 2025, the company reported April 15.
Governors, Senators Ask EPA to Back Biofuel Industry
Four governors and U.S. senators from 10 states are urging EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin in separate letters to establish robust future Renewable Fuels Standards.
Transport Topics Wins Four Regional Awards From ASBPE
Transport Topics garnered four 2025 Mid-Atlantic Region Azbee Awards of Excellence from the American Society of Business Publication Editors.