What causes sudden diesel price spikes?

Geopolitical shocks—like U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran—plus supply crunches and demand surges from trucking. EIA tracks it weekly.

How do fuel surcharges work in trucking?

They're add-ons based on diesel indexes (e.g., EIA), with base rates and escalators. Meant to pass real fuel costs—but often padded by carriers.

Should I update my fuel surcharge program now?

Yes, if it's static or carrier-varying. Go dynamic, standardized, audited—or watch margins evaporate as diesel climbs.

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Diesel Jumps 96 Cents Overnight: Your Fuel Surcharges Are Probably Screwed

Diesel's back to biting truckers—and you. A 96-cent spike signals pain ahead for shipping costs, but carriers? They're grinning. Time to audit those fuel surcharges before they become profit piñatas.

Supply Chain Beat Apr 11, 2026 4 min read

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Diesel surged 96 cents/gallon, largest weekly jump ever, driven by geopolitics. 𝕏
Fuel surcharges often profit carriers more than cover costs—audit yours. 𝕏
Revamp programs now or risk modal shifts and margin hits as prices rise. 𝕏

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