Diesel Tax Holidays in GA, NC and OH: How Owner-Operators Can Cut Fuel Costs Now

Georgia and North Carolina suspend diesel taxes through Nov. 30; Ohio’s holiday runs through Jan. 2. Here is what owner-operators should do while diesel stays near $6.29.
Trucking Bankruptcies Hit 221 in 2026: How Small Carriers Can Stay Afloat

Trucking bankruptcies have reached 221 so far in 2026 as diesel, insurance and debt costs squeeze small carriers. Here is what it means for owner-operators and six steps to protect cash flow.
Diesel Prices Top $6.35 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 region and seven practical ways owner-operators can protect their profit.