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October 23, 2026 · Rules & filingsTruck Freight Across the Border Up 29.8%; Laredo LeadsTruck freight across the border hit $109 billion in August 2026, up 29.8%. Laredo was the top port with $37.7 billion. What it means for owner-operators.October 22, 2026 · Rules & filingsI-30 Closure Dallas: Downtown Shutdown This WeekendI-30 closure in Dallas: all lanes shut downtown between I-35E and I-45 from 10 p.m. Saturday to 5 a.m. Monday. Detour, delays and what truckers should do.October 22, 2026 · Rules & filingsLaredo Freight Hub: DSV Opens $90M Cross-Border SiteLaredo freight hub: DSV opened a $90 million, 853,000 sq ft cross-border site on I-35. What it means for owner-operators and what to do next.October 21, 2026 · Rules & filingsEl Paso Truck Inspections Start on Transmountain RoadEl Paso truck inspections are now running on Transmountain Road after a deadly brake-failure crash. What owner-operators should check before the grade.October 21, 2026 · Rules & filingsAlpine Highway 90 Bridge Hit Again: Fourth Strike of 2026Alpine Highway 90 bridge was hit again on Oct. 20, the fourth strike this year. West Highway 90 closed. Know your height and your permits.October 20, 2026 · Rules & filingsLaredo Warrant Forgiveness: Municipal Court Opens Oct. 23Laredo warrant forgiveness is back on Friday, Oct. 23, 2-7 p.m., at the McKendrick Ochoa Salinas library. Show up in good faith and you will not be arrested.October 19, 2026 · Rules & filingsLaredo Bridge Truck Strike: Container Rig Hits Del Mar BridgeLaredo bridge truck strike: a rig hauling a shipping container hit the top of the bridge at Del Mar Blvd and San Dario Ave. No injuries. How to avoid one.October 16, 2026 · Rules & filingsFMCSA CDL Schools Crackdown: No More 'Chameleon' ComebacksFMCSA CDL schools crackdown: the agency asked OMB for emergency approval to vet training providers before they rejoin the registry. What it means for you.October 16, 2026 · Rules & filingsDyed Diesel Trucks: IRS Drops Penalties, State Rules Still ApplyDyed diesel trucks get IRS penalty relief through Dec. 31, 2026, but the federal tax is still owed and each state sets its own rules. Check before you fuel.October 16, 2026 · Rules & filingsSan Antonio I-10 Closure: Loop 1604 Night Work Oct. 16-19San Antonio I-10 closure: eastbound I-10 and frontage roads at Loop 1604 close 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Friday to Monday. Trucks detour via Loop 1604.October 15, 2026 · Rules & filingsLubbock US 87 Closure: FM 41 Shut Overnight Oct. 21 for Bridge WorkLubbock US 87 closure: FM 41 at US 87 closes overnight Wednesday, Oct. 21, and one southbound lane of US 87 shuts while crews set a new bridge deck.October 15, 2026 · Rules & filingsCarbon Monoxide Detector in Sleeper Berths: FMCSA PetitionA truck driver asked FMCSA to require a carbon monoxide detector in every sleeper berth. What the petition asks and how to protect yourself now.October 14, 2026 · Rules & filingsEl Paso High Wind Watch: Trucks Face 65 mph Gusts Thursday NightEl Paso high wind watch: northeast winds 30-40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph Thursday evening to Friday afternoon. Hard travel for high-profile trucks.October 14, 2026 · Rules & filingsLaredo Truck Rates Jump as Cross-Border Drivers Run ShortLaredo truck rates: spot pay is up 43% Laredo to Dallas and 35% Laredo to Chicago vs. last year as cross-border capacity stays tight. What it means for you.October 13, 2026 · Rules & filingsI-2 Dixieland Road Exit in Harlingen Closed WednesdayThe I-2 Dixieland Road exit in Harlingen (eastbound exit 175) closes Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for repairs. What truckers should know.October 12, 2026 · Rules & filingsI-37 Corpus Christi: New Northbound Lanes Open DowntownI-37 Corpus Christi: new northbound lanes and the ramp to US 181 and SH 286 are set to open Monday, Oct. 12. What truckers should know.October 12, 2026 · Rules & filingsFM 1924 Road Work in McAllen, Mission: Night Lane ClosuresFM 1924 road work in McAllen and Mission: lane closures on 3 Mile Road from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. through the end of the year. What truckers should know.October 10, 2026 · Rules & filingsFuel Tax Holiday on Diesel: Which States Cut It and IFTA RulesFuel tax holiday on diesel: Georgia cut it, North Carolina is close and Indiana left diesel out. You still report every mile on IFTA.October 10, 2026 · Rules & filingsI-10 Closure Near Seguin: Both Directions Shut All WeekendI-10 closure near Seguin: main lanes are shut both ways between FM 464 and SH 46 until Monday at 5 a.m. Here is the detour for trucks.October 9, 2026 · Rules & filingsNuevo Laredo-Monterrey Highway: Long Lines at MamuliqueNuevo Laredo-Monterrey highway: road work at Cuesta de Mamulique and a crash near km 58 caused miles of lines. What it means for your trip to Laredo.