01 Apr 2026 admin Industry Updates April 1, 2026 admin Diesel prices increase modestly for a change Three regions actually report small drop in price View this email in your browser Did you know? The US Department of Transportation was founded on April 1, 1967, with Alan Boyd serving as the first Secretary of Transportation. Rising fuel costs will likely offset freight rate gains Diesel prices increase modestly for a changeThree regions actually report small drop in price Spot rates see another sharp rise in latest weekSurge in diesel prices continuing to bolster broker-posted spot rates EPA decides to drop DEF sensor requirementWhat does the trucking industry think? Price pressures buildThe diesel cost shock appeared to tighten capacity Learn more about The Trucker’s advertising solutions:Recruit Drivers/Owner-OperatorsAdvertise a Product/ServiceRecruit Diesel MechanicsContact Us © 2026 The Trucker Media Group Does your company have news to share? Send press releases and photos to Editor@TheTruckerMedia.com. Want to change how you receive these emails?You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.