Diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon for the first time: TT Daily

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September 11, 2026

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Diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon for the first time

Higher diesel prices mean more expensive transportation for a long list of everyday goods. Read more…

TODAY’S NEWS

LOGISTICS

Port of L.A. hits 3-month record as cargo peak stretches on

Dockworkers at the busiest U.S. container gateway moved more than 2.9 million container units in June, July and August combined, marking the busiest three-month period in the port’s history. Read more…

SAFETY

DHS launches 24/7 CDL fraud tip line

DHS launched a 24-hour tip line to report suspected commercial driver license fraud, the latest step in a federal crackdown on illicit activity in trucking. Read more…

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Beyond the Price of Electrification

For fleets considering electrification, the true cost of an electric truck goes beyond its purchase price. Operating costs, incentives, route demands, battery technology and vehicle utilization all shape the long-term economics and can make electrification more attainable than the sticker price suggests. Read more…

BUSINESS

Trucking companies and industry groups gear up for NTDAW

The trucking industry is rolling out giveaways, discounts and recognition events for professional drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which runs Sept. 13-19. Read more…

BUSINESS

Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern rail merger faces resistance

The proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern is drawing growing opposition from state officials, shippers and labor unions. Read more…

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The Keys to a Successful Auction: Why Taylor & Martin Rises Above the Competition

Selling over-the-road transportation equipment can be complicated, time-consuming and disappointing if you conduct a private sale on your own. Alternatively, auctions are a strong, strategic option for a fleet owner to refresh their inventory, and Taylor & Martin is the key to ultimate success. Read more…

FUEL

Oil prices ease but remain above $100

The price for a barrel of Brent crude fell 3% to $104.42. Oil prices jumped earlier this week to their highest levels since May because of the war with Iran. Read more…

BUSINESS

Inflation picked up in August as gas prices jumped

The Labor Department said Sept. 11 that the consumer price index rose 3.4% last month compared with a year ago. Read more…

BUSINESS

Food industry warns prices will go up for rest of year

Conagra, Campbell’s and Clorox announced or signaled price increases as inflation, tariffs and higher input costs pressure margins. Read more…

GOVERNMENT

Trump’s Venezuela oil venture eyes 150% output hike by 2028

North American Blue Energy Partners is aiming to increase production to 500,000 barrels a day by the end of 2028 from about 200,000 currently. Read more…

EDITOR’S PICK

Top 100 Private Carriers balance service and costs

The companies ranked on the 2026 Transport Topics Top 100 Private Carriers list have continued to demonstrate the value of their in-house truck fleets. Read more…

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