Tag: Fuel Tax

Amid record-high diesel prices across the United States, Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on October 5, 2026, temporarily permitting the use of red-dyed diesel for highway transportation. This order defers the applicable federal excise tax until December 31, 2026, aiming to alleviate economic pressure on the trucking industry and consumers. However, industry groups have cautioned truck stops against widespread adoption, citing limited long-term benefits.