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25% tariffs on medium and heavy trucks postponed

The 25% tariffs on medium and heavy trucks have been rescheduled, set for November 1. The 25% tariffs on medium and heavy trucks have been rescheduled. Previously, the Trump administration had announced they would take effect on October 1. However, a new implementation date has now been set for November 1, after officials reviewed appeals […]

U.S. government shutdown begins: how will the transportation industry be affected?

A U.S. government shutdown began a shutdown on October 1, 2025, but the Department of Transportation released its operational plan. The U.S. government shutdown began on October 1, 2025, due to a lack of funding agreement between Congress and the White House. The shutdown, which would affect a large portion of the public administration, could […]

Amazon to invest over one billion dollars in wage increases

The multinational company Amazon announced its plans to invest over one billion dollars in wage increases for its employees. On September 17, the multinational company Amazon announced its plans to invest over one billion dollars in wage increases for its employees, as well as reducing the cost of health plans for its logistics and transportation […]

9/11 truckers: silent heroes

This 9/11, we remember not only the victims, but also all the volunteers who made the rebuilding of a nation possible. September 11, 2001 (9/11), is a date that forever changed the course of history in the United States, and the world. The attack on the Twin Towers in New York was a catastrophe witnessed […]

States with highest increase in unemployment claims

WalletHub has published a report identifying the U.S. states that experienced the largest increases in unemployment claims during August. The personal finance company WalletHub has published a report identifying the U.S. states that experienced the largest increases in unemployment claims during August, comparing data week over week and with the same period in the previous […]

The states with the highest speed limits in the United States

From Texas to Wyoming, these are some of the states with the highest speed limits in the U.S. Speed limits are established with one main goal: to ensure safety on the roads. These mandatory limits must be respected by all drivers; however, they vary from state to state. Although there was once a national speed […]

The strangest traffic laws in the United States you didn’t know

From no honking at night to driving barefoot, these are some of the strangest traffic laws in the U.S. Most traffic laws are straightforward and easy to understand for any driver. From obeying speed limits to recognizing road signs and stopping at red lights, the rules are designed to keep everyone safe on the road. […]

Tariffs vs. trade agreements: USMCA dampens economic blow of tariffs

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) protects the vast majority of goods from Canada and Mexico from tariffs. The tariffs established last week by President Donald Trump, set to take effect on August 7, have raised concerns in international markets, particularly in neighboring countries Mexico and Canada. With tariffs of up to 35% on Canadian products […]

The true cost of tariffs: U.S. consumers face rising prices

Price increases stemming from the tariffs could cost households an additional $2,400 on average in 2025. The tariffs announced by President Donald Trump during “Liberation Day” in April will go into effect on August 1st, following multiple delays and months of uncertainty. Over the past four months, various agreements have been reached with the nations […]

Extended tariffs on Mexican imports and new trade negotiation phase

President Trump announced that he will extend the 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico for 90 days. President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he will extend the 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico for 90 days. Following a dialogue that Trump described as “very successful” with the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, both leaders have […]