November 1, 2025
Impact of US Tariffs on the Trucking Industry The significance of the new US tariffs will not only depend on the rates but also on how long they remain in effect, which is currently uncertain. If tariffs for the trucking sector are temporary—lasting merely a few weeks—they could influence prices and profitability in the market. […]
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October 4, 2025
Last-Minute Lobbying by US Automakers US car manufacturers are urgently lobbying against the Trump administration’s impending tariffs on medium- and heavy-duty trucks, leading to a conflict among Detroit’s established automakers. Stellantis’ Push for Exemptions Stellantis NV has recently urged the administration to consider modifying or waiving a proposed 25% tariff, which could adversely affect their […]
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September 28, 2025
Stock Declines Amid Tariff Announcements Daimler Truck Holding AG and Volkswagen AG’s Traton SE saw their stock prices fall in early trading as European truck manufacturers grappled with President Donald Trump’s recent tariff announcements. US Tariff Details Trump revealed plans to impose a 25% tariff on imported heavy trucks starting Wednesday in a post on […]
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September 17, 2025
Trucking and freight companies that benefitted during the pandemic’s e-commerce surge and high spot prices are now increasingly filing for bankruptcy as stress mounts from tariffs introduced during the Trump administration, complicating business operations. The surge in post-pandemic demand attracted a flood of new entrants to the industry, but many are now grappling with low […]
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September 10, 2025
Borderlands Mexico provides a weekly overview of the latest news in U.S.-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week’s highlights include the impact of tariffs and language regulations on trucking, the opening of a new logistics facility by Kuehne+Nagel in Texas, an expansion by a German automotive supplier in Mexico, and a significant grant for the […]
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August 26, 2025
ACT Research: Tariffs raising equipment prices and continue to impact the freight industry. Impact of Tariffs on the Trucking Industry COLUMBUS, Ind. — The trucking sector continues to feel the repercussions of tariffs. Expert Insights on Freight Demand Tim Denoyer, vice president and senior analyst at ACT Research, stated, “As the economy is expected to […]
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August 3, 2025
Managers of heavy-duty trucking fleets are well-acquainted with market changes, especially with the complexities introduced by tariffs, which affect both pricing and supply chain reliability. John Hoover, the vice president of national fleet and technical services at Truck-Lite, emphasizes the benefits of being a manufacturer based in the U.S. amidst these challenges. “More than 80% […]
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June 27, 2025
Investigation into National Security Risks of Truck Imports The Trump administration has launched an inquiry into the national security threats associated with imports of medium- and heavy-duty trucks and their components, thereby broadening its tariff strategy. Focus of the Commerce Department’s Probe The Department of Commerce’s investigation will assess the security implications arising from a […]
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June 21, 2025
Borderlands Mexico provides a weekly overview of updates regarding cross-border trucking and trade between the United States and Mexico. This week’s highlights include: the impact of tariffs and new language regulations on cross-border trucking; Kuehne+Nagel’s new logistics facility in Texas; a German automotive supplier expanding its operations in Mexico; and the Securing of a $172 […]
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June 10, 2025
Concerns Rise Over Plummeting Cargo Volumes at U.S. Ports Logistics specialists are alerting that cargo volumes at U.S. ports are experiencing a significant decline. This trend is particularly noticeable in Los Angeles, which hosts the country’s busiest port and is the first to reflect any decrease in shipments from Asia. The reduction in container shipping […]
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