Why this matters to buyers
Rising diesel costs for hauliers may lead to increased freight charges for road transport, which could affect delivered costs for industrial goods moved by truck. This is a cautious inference based on the reported cost pressures.
Recommended buyer actions
- Review road freight rate assumptions in light of reported diesel cost pressures on hauliers.
- Consider total delivered cost implications when comparing road versus other transport modes for industrial shipments.
Original source context
The cost of diesel is putting enormous pressure on hauliers, and this isn’t just another headwind. Fuel accounts for around a third of operating costs, and industry estimates suggest the increase is adding roughly £300 per week per truck. Ryan Yu, Vice President of Product at Samsara, told us: For many hauliers, there is very […] The post Diesel Prices Hitting Hauliers Hard appeared first on Logistics Business.
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