Federal waiver extends driving hours for truck drivers transporting fuel
The Hill · September 17, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a temporary waiver from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The waiver allows truck drivers hauling gasoline and diesel to increase their driving hours to up to 16 hours over a 90-day period.
Why it matters
This decision may impact fuel availability and pricing during a period of elevated fuel costs.
How this story affects people
How does this story affect you if you rely on gasoline or diesel for transportation?
You may experience fluctuations in fuel availability and prices as truck drivers are allowed to drive longer hours. This change could lead to more fuel being delivered, but it may also create uncertainty in pricing during this period of elevated costs.
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