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Freight market updates, diesel and cost tips, FMCSA rule changes and fraud alerts from the Runnex Logistics dispatch team, written to help you keep your truck loaded and profitable.
Freight Fraud in 2026: Fewer Cargo Thefts, Bigger Losses, and How Carriers Can Protect Themselves
Cargo theft incidents fell 26% in Q2 2026, but losses more than doubled to $304.6 million. Learn the fraud schemes targeting carriers,...
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FMCSA Rule Changes in 2026: Non-Domiciled CDLs and English Proficiency Explained
The non-domiciled CDL final rule took effect March 16, 2026, and FMCSA has proposed making English proficiency out-of-service enforcement permanent. Here is...
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Diesel Hits $6.28 a Gallon: 7 Ways Owner-Operators Can Protect Their Margins
U.S. diesel averaged $6.28 a gallon in mid-October 2026, up about $2.66 from a year ago. Here is where prices stand by...
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Truckload Market Update, October 2026: Spot Rates Up 30%+ as Capacity Tightens
Spot rates are running 30–45% above last year as capacity tightens, but softer volumes and $6+ diesel mean owner-operators need to watch...
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