Guides and updates on trucker taxes, Form 2290 HVUT, IFTA filings, business expenses, and financial tips for owner-operators.
Prime’s $11 million fuel-tax fight, in plain English New Prime Inc., one of the nation’s largest refrigerated carriers, has taken the IRS to federal court seeking $11,016,644 in refunds it says it overpaid in federal excise tax on diesel used…
What the latest Form 990-EZ shows Truckers for a Cause Inc. of Java, Virginia (EIN 92-2063845) filed a Form 990‑EZ for fiscal year 2025 reporting $142,000 in total revenue, a 3% dip from FY2024’s $147,000 and up from $85,000 in…
What the latest nonprofit filings show Public nonprofit records point to Barry Cannon serving on the Kentucky Trucking Association (KTA) Board of Directors in FY2024. A profile compiled by philanthropy.org’s 990 Scout—drawing from IRS Form 990 e-file data and the…
What sparked the question A fresh “Price (Semi Truck) Is Right!” clip from creator Mutha Trucker landed today (Saturday, June 27, 2026), inviting viewers to guess the hammer on a workhorse tractor that just crossed the block. While we were…
Why presidential tax returns are back in the spotlight — and why truckers should care Every election cycle revives the question of whether presidential candidates should disclose their tax returns, a norm that took hold in the 1970s to give…
Why TAS matters to trucking right now When floods, fires or hurricanes derail operations, cash flow gets tight fast for owner-operators and fleets. The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS)—an independent organization within the IRS—steps in when taxpayers can’t resolve issues through…
What sparked the conversation A new r/tax thread from a driver weighing owner-operator and 1099 options asks whether to hire a pro, file solo, and whether to form an LLC or elect S‑corp status. Top replies stress that trucking taxes…
June’s hot buttons: regulation, compliance and the bottom line Land Line Media’s June 2026 magazine archive pulls together the month’s most pressing issues for truckers: a one‑year check on USDOT’s “Pro Trucker Package,” fresh FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse identity…
Why this matters to owner-operators and fleets Out-of-pocket caregiving costs add up fast, especially if you’re helping an aging parent age in place between loads. The IRS lets you treat certain accessibility renovations as medical expenses on Schedule A—useful for…
Why truckers set up revocable living trusts For owner-operators and small fleets, a revocable living trust can keep business and personal assets moving without a court detour if you’re incapacitated or pass away. Properly funded trusts let titled assets transfer…