America’s long-haul truckers were already struggling. Then came $5 diesel | CNN Business

Diesel, the largest day-to-day expense in trucking, has jumped in price since the start of the Iran war. That’s hurting the trucking industry, particularly small fleet owners. Long-haul truckers, who were already struggling with high operational costs and fluctuating demand, are now facing a critical threshold as fuel prices surpass $5 per gallon. Industry analysts warn that if prices remain at this level, a significant number of independent operators may be forced to cease operations, leading to a bottleneck in the distribution of essential goods across the United States.