State of the Trucking Industry: October 2026 Brings Better Rates and Tougher Cost Decisions
Explore October 2026 trucking trends, freight rates, diesel costs, and compliance priorities, with practical steps to prepare your fleet for Q4.
Explore October 2026 trucking trends, freight rates, diesel costs, and compliance priorities, with practical steps to prepare your fleet for Q4.
As we enter the second half of September, recent announcements from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) put driver qualifications, trucking fraud, and vehicle safety firmly in focus. Newly released inspection results also show how missing or incorrect hazard markings can stop a load.