FMCSA HIGHLIGHTS YEAR-ONE TRUCKING AGENDA UNDER TRANSPORTATION SECRETARY SEAN P. DUFFY FMCSA marked Duffy’s first year with a recap of enforcement and funding moves affecting CDLs and state compliance, signaling continued regulatory scrutiny for carriers and drivers. Fleets should watch for ongoing actions tied to licensing integrity and safety oversight.…
Why this struck a nerve A viral short-form video making the rounds captures a sentiment many independent truckers feel today: owner-operators are grinding harder than ever, yet the IRS seems to be riding shotgun. That frustration is understandable. Margins have been tight since the post‑2022 freight downturn, and many independents…
USDOT MARKS ONE YEAR OF TRUCKING CRACKDOWNS; HIGHLIGHTS NEW ENFORCEMENT, DATAQS UPGRADE FMCSA and Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy touted actions over the past year, including stricter non‑domiciled CDL rules, funding penalties for noncompliant states, removal of fraudulent training providers, and upgrades to the DataQs dispute process. The agency also…
Why this matters now The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) has refreshed its guidance on Collection Due Process (CDP), Equivalent Hearings, and the Collection Appeals Program (CAP)—including a practical reminder for taxpayers who haven’t heard back after filing an appeal. If it’s been more than 120 days since you submitted your…
TESLA SEMI ENTERS HIGH‑VOLUME PRODUCTION AS FIRST TRUCK ROLLS OFF LINE Tesla said the first Semi has rolled off a new high‑volume line at Giga Nevada, signaling the long-delayed electric Class 8’s production ramp. The company confirmed the milestone after posting a photo on April 29. AURORA, HIRSCHBACH SIGN MOU…
Why a new expense app matters now Paper receipts, scattered spreadsheets, and last‑minute IFTA catch‑up remain costly pain points for many small carriers. A new iOS app, RIGLOG: Trucking Expense Log, aims to compress those chores into a single, low-cost tool. The app’s pitch is straightforward: three‑tap expense entry mapped…
OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINE POSTS Q1 2026 RESULTS; EPS $1.14 Old Dominion reported first-quarter 2026 earnings per diluted share of $1.14 and discussed continued focus on yield and service quality as it navigates a dynamic LTL market. UPS RELEASES FIRST-QUARTER 2026 RESULTS UPS published its Q1 2026 financial results on…
Why this matters for fleets and owner-operators The Treasury Department and IRS said on April 23, 2026, that they will issue tax guidance in response to the Justice Department’s new Final Order moving FDA‑approved marijuana products and state‑licensed medical cannabis into Schedule III. Because Section 280E only bars deductions for…
Introduction Between April 20 and April 26, 2026, new USDOT registrations accelerated, led by carriers with an assist from brokers and a notable pickup among “other” entity types. Activity was concentrated on weekdays and clustered in the largest freight-producing states, with meaningful daily leadership by Texas and California and late‑week…
Why refund timing matters in trucking For small carriers and owner-operators, an expected federal income tax refund is more than a line on a return—it’s working capital for fuel, repairs, tires, and insurance renewals. The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) reminds filers that the IRS issues most refunds within 21 calendar…