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President Donald Trump argued that his economic policies have revived the auto industry and American manufacturing during a July 27 visit to Michigan.
Truckers are facing some tough choices as diesel fuel costs surge Audacy
With the advent of electric, hybrid and alternative fuels propulsion, the methods and means to control these energy sources must evolve in kind.
SummaryView Transcript The latest DOE/EIA report shows diesel prices experiencing their largest weekly jump since the Iran War, adding over 55 cents per gallon in just two weeks. This unprecedented surge in diesel, now twice the price of Brent crude, highlights severe imbalances in the global energy
SummaryView Transcript Discover how Armada’s CFO, Brian McGowan, tackles the complex, low-margin world of food and restaurant logistics. Learn how their comprehensive supply chain solutions, including innovative fuel hedging strategies, saved clients nearly $9 million amidst volatile fuel prices and
Diesel is having its worst year in a decade. Early 2026 brought a supply shock tied to conflict in the Middle East, and prices jumped more than 40% in under two months. By spring, national averages were running $3.78 to $3.81 a gallon...
The U.S. is advancing talks for a pipeline that would carry oil from Iraq to Syria, a route that avoids Hormuz and would reduce Iran’s future leverage over energy.
EPA has proposed ending diesel exhaust fluid-related engine derates, replacing the gradual dialing back of truck performance with visual or audible notifications.
A large wave of refunds for tariffs declared illegal by the Supreme Court caused the first widening in the federal deficit since the start of this fiscal year.
High diesel prices are squeezing drivers at the Walcott Truckers Jamboree WQAD
SummaryView Transcript Rail freight is showing surprising strength in 2026, with record-breaking carloads and intermodal units. AAR President and CEO Ian Jefferies dives into the data, revealing broad-based growth across categories from chemicals to motor vehicles. He explains how fuel prices, truck
SummaryView Transcript Political analyst Ahmed Sharif Al Ameri explains why the Middle East remains unstable, directly accusing the Iranian regime of ‘terrorist’ activities that threaten global energy and supply chains. He details the UAE’s proactive strategy, including leaving OPEC for greater prod
Tesla quietly resolved a lawsuit stemming from a fatal 2023 crash that precipitated a defect investigation into the carmaker’s automated-driving technology.
A reefer unit burns its own diesel. Anyone who runs refrigerated freight knows this, because they are paying for two fuel burns on every load: the diesel that moves the truck down the road, and the separate diesel that runs the refrigeration unit on the trailer keeping the freight cold. Both come ou
High diesel prices put crunch on Utah's first responders FOX 13 News Utah
FreightWaves Today discussed a new SCOTUS ruling on safety preemption, cyber cartel threats and fuel economics during Monday’s live show. The post SCOTUS ruling, market margins take center stage on FreightWaves Today appeared first on FreightWaves.
LTL revenues appear to be strengthening in Q2, but is this a product of fuel or something more structural? The post LTL’s paper gains appeared first on FreightWaves.
FreightWaves Today discussed trailer tech, fuel markets and rising spot rate demand during Tuesday’s live show. The post FreightWaves Today: Weekly diesel fuel average continues to fall appeared first on FreightWaves.
Truck fleets stick to replacement cycles despite diesel price volatility Equipment Finance News
Truck companies raise fuel surcharges as Iran war affects energy prices WRTV