China says U.S. agreed to cap replacement tariffs on Chinese goods at 20%
China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on July 27, 2026, that the U.S. had committed during bilateral trade talks to cap replacement tariffs…
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Traffic to start flowing across new Gordie Howe International Bridge between Canada and U.S.
Traffic will begin crossing the new Gordie Howe International Bridge linking Detroit and Windsor on July 27, 2026, after Canada completed the…
Michelin ResiCare Partners with IMCD to Distribute Bio-Based 5-HMF in Europe
Michelin ResiCare has appointed IMCD Europe to distribute its bio-based 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF) across Europe, ahead of the start-up of its first commercial…
The “Michigan Left”: Why This Backwards Turn Actually Makes Roads Safer and Faster
The so-called “Michigan Left” is one of the most counterintuitive road designs in America—but decades of traffic data prove it works. Instead…
Why Get Certified as a Technician?
Formal tech certification programs can boost uptime and reduce costs. Certified technicians are associated with higher shop productivity, fewer comebacks, lower employee…
The Time Pontiac Sent a Ringer to Journalists
Car journalists have long relied on automakers’ press cars to deliver honest, real-world performance data. But sometimes, those cars aren’t as innocent…
International considers staggered rollout of EPA 2027-compliant engines amid regulatory uncertainty
International Motors, a subsidiary of Traton Group, is weighing a phased introduction of model-year 2027 engines to comply with pending nitrogen-oxide emissions…
Traton executives hint at major International HD truck cab redesign
Traton Group executives have confirmed plans for a sweeping cab update for International Motors’ heavy-duty on-highway trucks, marking the second phase of…
Waymo Explores Options to Exit Uber Robotaxi Deal
Waymo, the autonomous vehicle firm owned by Alphabet Inc., is exploring options to end its robotaxi partnership with Uber Technologies Inc. The…
Two small businesses sue Trump administration over new global tariffs
Two small U.S. businesses have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration in the U.S. Court of International Trade, challenging the legality…