EIA: U.S. DIESEL AVERAGE FALLS TO $5.523; MIDWEST LEADS WEEKLY DECLINES
The U.S. on-highway diesel average slipped 7.3 cents to $5.523 for the week ended May 25, with the Midwest down 12.6 cents, according to today’s (May 27) EIA update. Pump prices eased in most regions, while the West Coast remained the nation’s priciest diesel market.
WALMART UNVEILS PROGRAM TO SIMPLIFY INBOUND SUPPLIER LOGISTICS
A new Prepaid Consolidation Program lets suppliers ship to a single location under one national PO, aiming to boost in-stock rates and speed products to stores. The rollout, announced May 26, centralizes inbound flow to reduce complexity and costs for shippers serving the retailer’s network.
TRUCKING DIVE UPDATES INDUSTRY DATA HUB ON RATES, LOAD-TO-TRUCK, TONNAGE, ORDERS
An updated dashboard (refreshed within the last 24 hours) compiles key trends from multiple sources, including spot rates, load-to-truck ratios, ATA tonnage, and Class 8/trailer order books—giving carriers and shippers a fast read on market momentum heading into June.
FMCSA OPENS FY2026 GRANT APPLICATION WINDOWS ACROSS FOUR SAFETY PROGRAMS
The agency said today there’s roughly a 30‑day application window for multiple Notices of Funding Opportunity tied to CMV safety enforcement, CDL improvements, technology, and training. Prospective applicants are urged to review eligibility and timelines immediately.
ACT RESEARCH: NORTH AMERICAN CLASS 8 ORDERS DROP 24% M/M IN APRIL TO 24,675 UNITS
ACT’s latest State of the Industry report shows tractor orders down 21% month over month amid seasonal patterns, with vocational orders off 29% from March’s strong pace. Analysts note recent rate gains and regulatory clarity remain supportive longer term despite April’s pullback.
CVSA BACKS ‘BUILD AMERICA 250 ACT’ FOR LONG-TERM CMV SAFETY INVESTMENTS
In a letter to House T&I leaders, CVSA praised expanded MCSAP eligibility, inspector training support, and broader grant funding that would bolster enforcement, compliance and innovation across commercial vehicle safety programs nationwide.
USDOT OPENS 2026 ANTI‑TRAFFICKING AWARDS; TRANSPORT STAKEHOLDERS CAN WIN UP TO $100K
The Combating Human Trafficking in Transportation Impact Awards invite carriers, brokers, and partners to submit tools and campaigns that help detect and deter trafficking. The program supports DOT’s TLAHT initiative to expand industry training and prevention efforts.
WORKFORCE PELL EXPANSION COULD SUPERCHARGE CDL TRAINING ACCESS STARTING JULY 1
A final U.S. Department of Education rule enables Pell Grants for short‑term workforce programs (≥150 hours), potentially unlocking thousands of dollars per student for CDL training. Schools may still need state/federal approvals before funds flow to eligible programs.
TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE RESTARTS CDL TRAINING AT WACO CAMPUS AMID LABOR NEEDS
TSTC’s Professional Driving Academy is back online to deliver Class A training and expand the local driver pipeline. The relaunch adds capacity as fleets report tighter availability and rising demand for qualified operators in Texas corridors.
OVERNIGHT WORK MAY 26–27: NJDOT LANE CLOSURES NEAR I‑80 COULD AFFECT EARLY FREIGHT FLOWS
New Jersey roadwork advisories flagged late‑night/early‑morning closures around US‑46/I‑80 (Denville area) through 6 a.m. today. Carriers running overnight in North Jersey should expect residual congestion and adjust ETAs and driver hours accordingly.
FATAL I‑29 CRASH NEAR COUNCIL BLUFFS CLOSES, THEN REOPENS NORTHBOUND LANES
Authorities reopened I‑29 NB in the Council Bluffs area after a fatal collision involving a semitrailer led to extended closures early today. Fleets moving through the Missouri River corridor should anticipate lingering delays and detours on adjacent arterials.
MISSOURI REPORTS 8 TRAFFIC FATALITIES OVER MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND; 107 DWI ARRESTS
Fresh MSHP stats highlight a challenging holiday period with 234 crashes, underscoring heightened safety risks for commercial drivers returning to normal operations this week across Midwest lanes and I‑70/I‑44 corridors.
INTERNATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS QUIETER, MORE ERGONOMIC CABS FOR LONG‑HAUL PRODUCTIVITY
A new product spotlight details driver‑centric cab refinements—ergonomic seating, integrated tech, and noise‑reduction—that target fatigue and safety for fleets prioritizing retention and uptime in 2026 specs and refresh cycles.
FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA SLEEPER REVAMP ADDS STORAGE, POWER AND LOUNGE OPTIONS
New sleeper configurations with enhanced HVAC, power outlets and workspace features aim to improve rest and productivity on longer hauls—key considerations as carriers compete to equip trucks that keep drivers comfortable and connected.
11,000 POUNDS OF KIT KATS SPILL AFTER TRAILER SEPARATES FROM CAB ON I‑20 IN MISSISSIPPI
An entrance ramp near Brandon, MS, was shut as crews cleared candy bars after a trailer disconnected and overturned. No injuries were reported, but the incident added to post‑holiday traffic snarls and highlighted securement/inspection vigilance.
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