What would lower diesel costs mean for the price of getting goods to your door?
Dan Varroney joined NTD Good Morning on October 7, 2026, to discuss the diesel relief order described in the broadcast, its implications for truckers and farmers, and the connection between fuel costs and everyday prices.
For an independent trucker, fuel savings create breathing room. For a business shipping products, diesel costs affect the cost of serving customers. For a family buying groceries, the question is how much relief eventually reaches the checkout.
From immediate relief to lasting stability
Dan explains why it is too early to measure the benefit for consumers, then sets out his case for greater domestic energy supply, refining capacity and permitting reform. His argument connects immediate cost relief with the longer-term conditions businesses need to invest and grow.
Policy details and economic figures reflect the discussion at the time of recording.
Interview chapters
0:00 Introduction: diesel relief and trucking
0:36 What the order means for truckers and farmers
1:34 How diesel costs reach consumers
2:10 Short-term relief and long-term energy supply
3:48 Permitting reform and industry investment
4:50 The longer-term inflation outlook
For business leaders and trade association executives: where are fuel costs most affecting your ability to serve customers, and what would make relief durable? I would welcome your perspective.
Dan Varroney is an economic growth strategist, author, small-business advocate and the founder and CEO of Potomac Core. Explore Dan’s background, his books and speaking topics for business and association leaders.
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