Commercial Trucking Research & Benchmark Reports
Data-backed industry studies, fleet operating expense benchmarks, fuel volatility indices, and regulatory economic research designed for motor carriers, freight brokers, and logistics journalists.
2026 Commercial Trucking Cost Per Mile & Operating Expense Benchmark Report
Our flagship study breaking down 94,600 annual miles per power unit. Features the $2.270/mile national cost average, equipment-specific operating profiles (Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed, Hotshot), 50-state commercial insurance indices ($8,900 to $24,500/year), and diesel fuel volatility matrices.
Related Educational Pillars & Guides
Explore in-depth mathematical guides supporting our research methodologies.
How to Calculate Commercial Trucking Cost Per Mile
Step-by-step mathematical guide to separating fixed monthly overhead from variable rolling mileage costs.
Fuel Surcharge Formula: How to Bill Shippers Using EIA Diesel Index
How freight contracts use the DOE weekly diesel report to bill fuel surcharges and protect fleet margins.
Cross-Border US & Canada Trucking: Weight Limits & Rate Conversions
MOU 39,500 kg gross limits vs US 80,000 lbs, cabotage laws, ACE/ACI eManifests, and currency conversions.