Truck News
IRS waives dyed diesel penalties, but taxes remain
The IRS announced Oct. 14 that no penalties would be imposed on dyed diesel sold and used to drive on highways nationwide from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31.
October 21, 2026Carney unveils C$9 billion in funding for Ontario
Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a C$9 billion partnership with Ontario to support the province’s tariff-battered steel and auto industries.
October 21, 2026GM plans lower-cost EVs with new battery chemistry
GM is unfazed by the EV meltdown of the past few years, moving ahead with a new program expected to produce a new battery-powered mainstream SUV within about three years.
October 21, 2026FMCSA adds ethanol, heating oil to fuel hauler waiver
FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs expanded the waiver to provide motor carriers with more flexibility when transporting fuel to offset global supply disruptions, higher demand and rising costs.
October 21, 2026Tanker from Russia loaded with diesel to sail Oct. 22
In a phone call with Trump earlier this month, Putin agreed to relax diesel-export restrictions and send more fuel to the global market, including the U.S.
October 21, 2026Daimler, MAN ordered to reimburse truck customers in Europe
The litigation followed a European Union cartel probe that led truck makers to pay billions of euros in fines.
October 21, 2026International 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, 2026Q&A: Mack sees cautious optimism among fleets
Mack Trucks President Jonathan Randall and Service Director Ashish Sadhu talked about the market outlook, product investments and preparations for 2027.
October 21, 2026U.S. to tap national diesel reserve as prices soar
The Energy Department plans to loan 315,000 barrels from the 1 million-barrel Northeast Home Heating Oil Reserve, according to a statement Oct. 21.
October 21, 2026Oil prices unsteady on elevated risk in Strait of Hormuz
The price of Brent crude dipped 0.4% to $108.31 per barrel. A day earlier it rose to nearly $112, approaching its highest price since the war with Iran began in late February.
October 21, 2026