FMCSA ELD REPLACEMENT DEADLINE HITS TODAY FOR REVOKED DEVICES
Motor carriers using ELDs that were previously revoked must discontinue their use and switch to compliant devices by Sunday, March 15, or face out-of-service orders and 395.8(a)(1) violations.
HOS RELIEF FOR HEATING FUELS EXPIRES MARCH 14 IN 15 STATES
FMCSA’s multi-state emergency declaration granting hours-of-service flexibility for propane, natural gas and heating oil haulers expired Saturday, March 14, ending temporary relief across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
CARRIERS BRACE FOR SEVERE WEATHER RISKS TO FREIGHT NETWORKS
A multi-day severe weather pattern across parts of the Midwest, South and East is expected to bring damaging winds and tornado potential, prompting fleets to monitor route safety and possible terminal disruptions.
DIESEL PRICES SPIKE FASTER THAN GAS AS OIL SURGES ON MIDEAST WAR
Analysts report U.S. diesel up roughly 41 cents week over week to $4.16 per gallon amid conflict-driven oil gains, raising near-term operating costs for truckload and LTL carriers alike.
AAA: NATIONAL AVERAGE GAS PRICE JUMPS 27 CENTS IN A WEEK
AAA says the national average hit $3.25 as crude climbs; higher gasoline typically foreshadows broader fuel cost pressure for fleets and shippers entering spring demand season.
ATA’S TMC 2026 KICKS OFF MONDAY IN NASHVILLE WITH MAINTENANCE FOCUS
Transport Topics’ special coverage previews the Technology & Maintenance Council meeting, where fleets and OEMs will tackle equipment reliability, diagnostics, alternative powertrains and shop best practices starting March 16–19.
CARGO THEFT LOSSES SURGED TO RECORD LEVELS IN 2025, HEIGHTENING 2026 RISK
Verisk CargoNet data cited in a new report show U.S. cargo theft losses jumped 60% to about $725 million last year, with experts warning actual totals may be far higher as criminals target electronics and high-value loads.
FEDERAL JUDGE UPHOLDS NYC CONGESTION PRICING AFTER CHALLENGES
A federal court ruling leaves Manhattan’s congestion fee framework intact, a policy closely watched by trucking firms for cost and routing implications on urban deliveries.
CALIFORNIA DMV CANCELS THOUSANDS OF NON‑DOMICILED CDLS AFTER DEADLINE
CBS Sacramento reports roughly 13,000 non‑domiciled commercial licenses were canceled following federal directives, intensifying driver availability concerns for some California carriers and drayage operators.
OOIDA OPPOSES ‘SELF DRIVE ACT OF 2026,’ CITES SMALL‑TRUCKER IMPACTS
In a letter to House Energy & Commerce leaders, the owner‑operator group argues proposed autonomous vehicle provisions could undermine safety and the livelihoods of small carriers without stronger safeguards.
LUFTHANSA CARGO SEES LIMITED IMPACT FROM PILOT STRIKE LAST WEEK
The carrier anticipated only modest disruption during the March 12–13 walkout, but shippers were advised to check bookings as Europe–U.S. belly and freighter capacity remained tight in some lanes.
MIDEAST AIRSPACE CLOSURES CUT GLOBAL AIR CARGO CAPACITY, RAISE RATES
Ongoing flight suspensions and diversions across the Gulf region have reduced global capacity and pushed spot rates higher, adding transit risk and cost for time‑sensitive U.S. freight moving by air.
EMIRATES SHIPPING LINE TO EXIT TRANSPACIFIC SERVICE THIS MONTH
Carrier plans its final SCX sailing in March, reflecting shifting carrier strategies on Asia–US trades; importers should review allocations and schedule alternatives to avoid inland drayage delays.
MIDWEST, PLAINS CLEANUP CONTINUES AFTER DEADLY TORNADO OUTBREAK
Communities hit by EF2–EF3 tornadoes last week continue recovery, with logistics providers reporting detours, temporary warehouse closures, and delays on select lanes as surveys and repairs proceed.
PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE NORTHEAST EXTENSION PLANS EARLY SUNDAY CLOSURE
511PA alerts note a northbound overnight closure on I‑476 between Exits 87 and 95 early Sunday, March 15, which could briefly affect north–south freight flows and weekend repositioning.
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