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.
Shipper Freight Spend Up 32.1%: What Rising Freight Rates Mean for Owner-Operators
The U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index shows shipper freight spend up 32.1% year over year in Q3 2026 while volumes rose just 0.5%. Here is what it means for owner-operators and small fleets.
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.