Will My ELD Still Be Legal?
Is your ELD still legal? FMCSA continues revoking non-compliant ELDs in 2026. Learn how to check your device, avoid violations, and stay compliant.
Can a Cyber Attack Shut Down ELDs or GPS?
Q: Can a cyber attack shut down all ELDs or GPS systems?
A: Temporary outages are possible, but a nationwide shutdown is highly unlikely.
What Does “Act of War” Mean in a Trucking Contract? Can a Broker Cancel Your Load?
Q: Can a broker cancel my load because of an act of war?
A: Only if a real disruption makes the load impossible, not just because of headlines.
Are We About to Run Out of Diesel? Here’s What Would Actually Have to Happen
Q: Are we running out of diesel in 2026?
A: No nationwide shortage is happening. Most spikes are price volatility, not fuel disappearing.
Should I Park My Truck And Wait This Out? The Break-Even Math Most Owner-Operators Avoid
Q: Should I park my truck because of fuel and low rates?
A: Only if your revenue per mile no longer covers your true cost per mile after fuel.
Fuel Surcharge Strategy 2026: Why Your FSC Isn’t Covering the Pump Price
Q: Why isn’t my fuel surcharge covering today’s diesel price?
A: Most FSC tables use last week’s index, creating a lag when pump prices spike fast.
Middle East Conflict & Trucking in 2026: Fuel, Freight Rates, Contracts & What Drivers Need to Know
Q: How does the Middle East conflict affect truckers in 2026?
A: It impacts diesel prices, fuel surcharges, freight rates, and cash flow timing — not instant fuel shortages.
2026 International Roadcheck (DOT Blitz Week): May 12–14 — What Drivers Need to Check Now
Q: When is 2026 International Roadcheck?
A: May 12–14, 2026. Use this checklist to prep your ELD, paperwork, truck, and cargo securement.
Can You Renew or Get a CDL With a Work Permit (EAD) in 2026? What Changes March 16
Can you renew a CDL with a work permit in 2026?
Starting March 16, an EAD alone may not qualify. Here’s what drivers need to know.
How Do I Get My CDL Back After a “Prohibited” Status? (SAP Return-to-Duty in 2026)
How do I get my CDL back after a prohibited status?
Complete the SAP return-to-duty process, pass the RTD test, and reinstate your CDL with your state.