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October 2026

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Why Do Truck Drivers Quit in the First 90 Days? A Dispatcher’s Guide to Early Retention

Why do truck drivers quit in the first 90 days? A dispatcher’s guide to predictable miles, honest communication, and warning signs a new driver is about to walk.

By FreightSocial, 2 weeks ago
Career Planning

Truck Dispatcher Salary in 2026: What You Can Expect and What Moves the Number

Truck dispatcher salary in 2026: what BLS data actually shows, how dispatch pay compares to driving, and the factors that move your number up or down.

By FreightSocial, 3 weeks ago
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How to Go From Truck Driver to Dispatcher: A 90-Day Plan From Cab to Command

Learn how to go from truck driver to dispatcher with a 90-day plan covering which skills to document, who to talk to, and what to learn first. Start today.

By FreightSocial, 3 weeks ago
Fleet Management

How Much Does Idling a Semi Cost Per Hour at $6 Diesel?

How much does idling a semi cost per hour at $6 diesel? See the real monthly and yearly cost per truck, then work out your own numbers with a simple formula.

By FreightSocial, 4 weeksOctober 20, 2026 ago
Fleet Management

Diesel Hit a Record High in September: 9 Ways Truckers Cut Fuel Cost Per Mile

Diesel prices hit a record high in September 2026. Here’s how truckers save fuel: 9 ranked moves owner-operators can use now to cut fuel cost per mile.

By FreightSocial, 4 weeksOctober 19, 2026 ago
Regulations

UCR 2027 Registration Fees: New Bracket Prices, Dates and Who Must Pay

UCR 2027 registration fees rose about 20%. See all six brackets, 2026 vs 2027, who must register, exemptions, and how to pay before January 1, 2027.

By FreightSocial, 4 weeks ago
DOT and Compliance

FMCSA Motus Registration: What Do I Need to Do? A Straight Guide for Owner-Operators

FMCSA Motus registration: what do I need to do? Login.gov setup, identity verification, company official role, and MCS-150 updates for owner-operators.

By FreightSocial, 4 weeks ago
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Paper DOT Medical Cards: What Changed on October 12, 2026 for CDL Holders, and What Non-CDL Drivers Still Carry

As of October 12, 2026, CDL and CLP holders licensed in every state except Alaska can no longer rely on a paper medical certificate, but non-CDL drivers and anyone with a variance or SPE certificate still carry their paperwork.

By FreightSocial, 1 monthOctober 15, 2026 ago
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