Briefings for people who run trucks, book capacity and manage freight. We link to original releases, distinguish agency findings from our analysis, and explain what deserves a closer look.
October 10, 2026
Diesel Falls 18.3 Cents: What the October 5 Benchmark Means for a Run
EIA’s October 5 U.S. diesel benchmark is $6.199 per gallon. See the weekly move, regional differences and a worked example for trip fuel planning.
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FMCSA Extends Regional Emergency Relief to 30 Days
FMCSA’s October 5 rule extends automatic regional emergency relief from 14 to 30 days. See the limits and questions to check before assigning a load.
Read the briefing →October 10, 2026
Southeast Truck Inspection Operation Reports 78 Drivers Out of Service
FMCSA reports 552 inspections across four Southeast states on September 26. See the findings and practical questions for fleet dispatch teams.
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