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.
Trucking News
Trucking News is your catch-all for trucking updates, quick insights, and on-the-road stories. From policy shifts to practical tips, these reports keep owner-operators and small fleets informed and ready for whatever’s next.
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.
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.
The “Big Purge” Is Live: 550+ CDL Schools Flagged — And North Carolina Is in the Hot Seat
Q: What is the CDL school purge in February 2026?
A: USDOT says 550+ CDL schools were flagged for removal from the FMCSA registry—drivers must verify schools on TPR.
Pre-Buy Fever (2027 NOx Rule) – Should You Buy Before the New Emissions Standard Hits?
Q: What is pre-buy fever for the 2027 NOx rule?
A: It’s buying a MY2026 truck before MY2027 emissions standards take effect to avoid cost, downtime, or early-tech risk.
How to Survive the “Ice Rink” – A Guide to Not Busting Your Tail This Winter
Q: How do I avoid falling on black ice?
A: Use the “penguin walk” (short, shuffling steps with your weight centered) and wear real traction like Yaktrax Diamond Grip—because glare ice beats tread alone.
The “Driver Shortage” Myth: Is Trucking Short on Drivers — or Short on Pay?
Is there really a driver shortage in trucking?
Not exactly. The data and driver experience point to a retention and pay problem — not a lack of qualified drivers.
DOT Uses AI to Crack Down on Illegal Trucking and CDL Fraud
Federal regulators are using AI and data analytics to identify illegal trucking and compliance risks. Here’s what owner-operators and small fleets need to tighten up now.
Diesel Prices and Rates
Diesel prices don’t just affect your fuel bill — they directly move your cost per mile and your profit. If diesel goes up and your rate doesn’t, you’re running freight for less money without realizing it. This breakdown shows how diesel prices really connect to freight rates, fuel surcharges, and why every owner-operator needs a rate floor that adjusts with fuel.
Speed Limiter
Is the Speed Limiter Mandate Finally Dead for Good? Truckers have been hearing “speed limiters are coming” for years. So when people started saying the mandate is “dead,” the real question became: is it dead for good… or just dead for now? ✅ Quick Answer: Is there a federal speed limiter mandate in effect right … Read more