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US Transport Chief Loosens Fuel Truck Hours
U.S. Transportation Secretary, Sean Duffy, announced that the Trump administration will temporarily relax truck driver hours-of-service rules for fuel drivers for 90 days due to supply and cost concerns. The new adjustments will allow drivers to work up to 16 hours within a 24-hour period, compared to the previous 14 hours, provided they take the necessary rest periods. This measure aims to address supply chain disruptions that could delay gasoline and diesel deliveries. The move comes at a time when diesel prices in the United States have reached a record high of $6.29 per gallon, with supply shortages expected to continue due to Russia’s export ban and increasing demand as winter approaches. The modifications seek to reduce fuel costs and facilitate transportation operations, with exceptions for trucking companies that have safety ratings, and allowing drivers to take immediate rest periods before resuming work.
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