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Trucking awaits Congress’ next move on highway funds

The $36.8 billion funding lapse affects road, safety and bridge projects across the country as states and localities try to plan ahead.

November 2, 2026
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Dyed diesel relief leaves carriers with state-by-state rules

Governors across the country are temporarily easing dyed diesel restrictions and suspending fuel taxes as diesel prices remain elevated over year-ago levels.

October 28, 2026
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Pilot, Tesla open first 2 heavy-duty truck charging sites

Pilot and Tesla opened heavy-duty electric truck charging sites at travel centers in Georgia and California in October.

October 26, 2026
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USDOT makes disaster repair aid available to 34 states

USDOT made $1.6 billion in funds available to 34 states to repair roads and bridges after major storms, severe rainfall and other natural disasters.

October 23, 2026
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International moves ahead on second shift at San Antonio plant

International Motors will introduce a second shift at its San Antonio truck assembly plant in 2027 to meet growing demand after already increasing output in 2026.

October 21, 2026
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Waabi, Warrior Logistics begin customer operations in Texas

The trucks are transporting food, beverages and consumer goods, among other freight categories. Texas-based Warrior has a fleet of more than 200 trucks.

October 19, 2026
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Shell Rotella launches next-gen heavy-duty engine oils

The company paired its product announcement with technical sessions on formulation, laboratory testing and field inspections at facility in Houston.

October 16, 2026
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USDOT awards $200 million boost for truck parking

The Department of Transportation announced Oct. 14 that $200 million will be invested in truck parking in 12 states, including Iowa, Wisconsin and Georgia.

October 15, 2026
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Kinder Morgan restores natural gas shipments to Mexico

Kinder Morgan is restoring natural gas shipments on its Tennessee Gas Pipeline Co. to Mexico after making repairs that triggered a force majeure earlier this week.

October 8, 2026
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Jury convicts 2 in Singh Organization cargo theft case

Facing federal prison sentences are two Indian nationals, Arshpreet Singh, 28, of Sacramento, Calif., and Vikramjeet Singh, 31, of Fontana, Calif.

October 7, 2026

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