FMCSA OVERHAULS DATAQS TO SPEED UP SAFETY RECORD CORRECTIONS FMCSA announced new deadlines and a three-stage independent review for DataQs, aiming to deliver faster, more transparent corrections to crash, inspection, and violation records that affect carrier and driver safety scores. J.B. HUNT POSTS HIGHER Q1 REVENUE AND EARNINGS ON IMPROVED…
Why direct deposit matters in April 2026 For most truckers filing Schedule C on a joint or individual Form 1040, direct deposit remains the fastest route to a refund—often under 21 days when you e-file and your return has no issues. With the IRS phasing out most paper refund checks…
MEDIUM-DUTY TRUCK SALES FALL FOR 14TH STRAIGHT MONTH U.S. Class 4-7 retail sales dropped 14.7% year over year in March to 17,019 units, as weak sentiment and lease-rental overcapacity keep buyers cautious, per Omdia and ACT Research. ECHO GLOBAL LOGISTICS ADDS SACRAMENTO SITE TO GROW REFRIGERATED LTL Echo launched a…
What changed — and why it matters to trucking The IRS has increased the maximum Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) to $130,000 for the 2025 tax year (returns filed in 2026). That means eligible U.S. citizens and resident aliens who live and work outside the United States can exclude up…
EIA: U.S. DIESEL AVERAGES $5.608/GALLON; PRICES REMAIN NEAR RECORD SEASONAL LEVELS The Energy Information Administration’s April 14 update shows on‑highway diesel at $5.608/gal for the week of April 13, with West Coast prices above $6.80, underscoring elevated fuel costs for fleets. Next update is April 21. DIESEL PUMP PRICE HITS…
Introduction During April 6–12, 2026, new USDOT registrations totaled 3,845 across carriers, brokers, and other entities. The week delivered a modest rebound from the prior period, with notable midweek strength and familiar geographic leaders (Texas, California, Florida). Below, we analyze week-over-week changes by segment, highlight daily state leaders, and connect…
Why this matters for owner‑operators and fleets A new YouTube explainer making the rounds this week spotlights three IRS forms that can smooth interactions with the agency—or become speed bumps if you ignore them. For trucking businesses that run lean, outsource back‑office work, and change equipment or entity structures, understanding…
FMCSA GRANTS THIRD, “LIKELY FINAL” PAPER MEDICAL CARD WAIVER THROUGH OCT. 11 CDL and CLP holders can rely on a paper medical examiner’s certificate for up to 60 days as states finish connecting to the National Registry II system. Fleets should ensure drivers keep paper copies on hand during the…
What’s new On April 12, 2026, the Pennsylvania Petroleum Association reported that the IRS has acknowledged renewed delays in processing federal motor fuel excise tax refund claims and told industry groups it is surging staff and changing workflows to catch up. In a March 16, 2026 letter to the Energy…
ARSON SUSPECT POSTS VIDEO OF MASSIVE ONTARIO DISTRIBUTION CENTER FIRE; NFI‑RUN KIMBERLY‑CLARK WAREHOUSE A TOTAL LOSS Investigators say an employee allegedly set the 1.2 million‑sq‑ft Ontario, California tissue products DC ablaze and posted video; the total loss is expected to ripple through Southern California distribution networks. WSDOT: NORTHBOUND I‑5 NEAR…
