Diesel Prices Rip Through America's Logistics Veins As diesel fuel prices continue to soar, truck drivers are feeling the pinch.
The recent surge in prices has pushed some owner operators to the breaking point, forcing them to cut back on loads or even consider quitting altogether. Nationwide, diesel stands at a record breaking $6.
48 per gallon, with some states already exceeding $8 per gallon. For truckers, this translates into an astronomical fuel bill of up to $3,500 a week – and it's not just the big companies feeling the strain.