Category Archives: Latest Insight

2026 Information Sources for Owner-Operators and Small Carriers

Posted on August 31, 2026 by capitalDeport_2026

Reliable sources help carriers separate official requirements and verified data from rumors, old screenshots, and incomplete social-media posts. Continue reading →

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2026 Trucking Operating Costs Every Small Fleet Should Monitor

Posted on August 31, 2026 by capitalDeport_2026

ATRI reported that the industry-average cost to operate a truck reached $2.336 per mile in 2025, the highest level in its study. Continue reading →

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August 2026 FMCSA and Safety Updates for Small Carriers

Posted on August 31, 2026 by capitalDeport_2026

FMCSA updated its Safety Measurement System on August 10 using data current through July 31, and the agency announced several additional safety and compliance developments during August. Continue reading →

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Managing Trucking Cash Flow When Freight Changes

Posted on August 31, 2026 by capitalDeport_2026

A trucking business can show a profit and still run short of cash when fuel, repairs, insurance, and payroll are due before customers pay. Continue reading →

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August 2026 Freight Market: What Owner-Operators Should Know

Posted on August 31, 2026 by capitalDeport_2026

August rates eased as summer freight slowed, but fewer available trucks kept rates well above the same period in 2025. Continue reading →

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August 2026 Diesel Prices and Their Effect on Trucking Costs

Posted on August 24, 2026 by capitalDeport_2026

The national on-highway diesel average rose from $5.348 on August 3 to $5.652 on August 24, an increase of 30.4 cents during the reported period.

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