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…
Why this matters now for small fleets and O/Os For many owner-operators and small fleets, the difference between a profitable quarter and a painful one often comes down to disciplined recordkeeping—capturing receipts, tracking fuel and miles by jurisdiction, and documenting inspections. A new iOS app, Riglog: Trucking Expense Log, aims…
FMCSA ALLOWS PAPER MEDICAL CERTIFICATES THROUGH OCT. 11 DURING NRII TRANSITION FMCSA issued a six-month exemption letting CDL/CLP holders and carriers rely on paper medical examiner’s certificates for up to 60 days after issuance as states and examiners complete National Registry II integration. The agency said it does not anticipate…
Why this matters to owner-operators and fleets With Tax Day arriving on April 15, 2026, Pasadena-area carriers should plan around two big changes: a shift to electronic IRS refunds that can delay payouts if your banking info is missing, and new wildfire tax guidance that can keep more recovery dollars…
