Brent Crude Dips to $105.44 as Iran War Drags On With No End in Sight
Oil fell 19 cents May 14 after a week of whipsaw moves: diesel still sits near $4.48, and small fleets are watching every penny.
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Maverick raises driver pay in 2026, what small fleets can learn
A large carrier's compensation package shows what owner-operators and small fleets are competing against when they recruit and retain drivers in a tight labor…
Federal Excise Tax Adds $15,000–$30,000 to New Truck Price, ATA Says
Industry group renews push to repeal 12% federal excise tax on new Class 8 tractors, citing upfront cost barrier that keeps older trucks on the road.
Why Small Fleets Are Buying Used Trucks 600+ Miles From Home
Regional sourcing patterns are breaking down as smaller carriers travel farther to find late-model units ahead of 2027 EPA changes, and Northeast buyers are…
Mack PartsASIST Redesign Cuts Parts-Ordering Time for Owner-Operators
Faster search, live warehouse inventory, and mobile-friendly design aim to reduce downtime for fleets ordering Mack parts online.
Hormuz Shut Since May 5, No Tankers Through, Diesel Still Climbing
Iran halted all transits through the Strait of Hormuz three days ago and imposed new shipowner reporting rules. Crude and diesel prices remain elevated despite…
Diesel Hit Record Seasonal Levels Mid-April as War Costs Squeeze Margins
Box manufacturers struggle to pass transportation cost spikes downstream, a signal that freight buyers are pushing back on fuel surcharges even as diesel…
Brent Crude Back Over $100 as Hormuz Closure Drags Into Second Week
Brent rose 1.8% to $101.80/bbl May 8 after a volatile morning: diesel costs remain elevated as the strait stays shut.
California Subpoenas Gas Stations Over Anomalous Diesel Pricing
State fuel watchdog targets stations charging outlier prices as diesel volatility squeezes small fleets.
Operating Costs Hit $2.26 Per Mile, Highest Non-Fuel Cost on Record
Dispatch teams are making load decisions without margin visibility while rates fail to keep pace with the highest operating costs ever recorded.
What Commercial Truck Financing Actually Costs in 2026
Advertised rates start at 7.9%, but credit score, truck age, and lender type push the real APR as high as 35%. Here's what moves the number and where the traps…
SBA Runs Free Two-Day Business Summit May 5–6, Virtual Format Fits Small Fleets
National Small Business Week Virtual Summit offers free online sessions on finance, compliance, and operations. No travel, no fee, and the schedule lets…