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(3 articles)Labor & Workforce
High ImpactJul 16, 2026Trucking Operating Costs Surge 3.4% in 2025, Outpacing Inflation
The American Transportation Research Institute's 2025 annual operating cost survey reveals a trucking industry under significant cost pressure, with average operational expenses climbing to $2.336 per
FreightWaves#trucking-costs#driver-wages#operating-expenses
Shipping & Freight
ModerateJun 2, 2026Fuel Efficiency Gap Costs Owner-Ops $20K/Year—Here's Why
Fuel economy variation among trucking operators running identical routes can exceed $20,000 annually per vehicle, representing a critical yet controllable cost lever for freight operators. Research fr
FreightWaves#fuel-efficiency#owner-operators#trucking-costs
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactMay 18, 2026India Fuel Price Hike to Reshape Logistics Costs & Inflation
India's decision to increase fuel prices represents a significant structural shift for supply chain operations across the subcontinent. Rising fuel costs directly escalate transportation expenses for
Firstpost#india-fuel-prices#logistics-costs#inflation-pressure