Транспортная компания Roehl Transport сталкивается с ростом расходов на топливо на фоне напряженности в отношениях США и Ирана

Marshfield trucking company navigates high fuel costs amid U.S.-Iran war Roehl Transport says diesel is up $1.32 per gallon since January WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Nearly five months into the war between the U.S. and Iran, prices at the pump continue to reflect the conflict — and transportation companies are feeling it. Roehl Transport is currently paying $4.79 a gallon for diesel. In January, that figure was $3.47 — an increase of $1.32 per gallon since the start of the year. Heat adds to fuel burden To manage the higher costs, the company has been reminding drivers to conserve fuel. That effort is complicated by the current heat, which causes trucks to idle more frequently. Tim Norlin, vice president of driver employment for Roehl Transport, said idling in hot weather significantly increases fuel consumption. “And when a truck is idling, they’re burning about a gallon of fuel an hour. Whereas if it was a little bit cooler, it might only cycle and idle for 15, 20 minutes. So it might use a quart to 1/2 a gallon. So pretty much doubles the fuel usage to idle the trucks in this weather,” Norlin said. Norlin said drivers have been good about minimizing idle time. Surcharges and cash flow When diesel prices rise, Roehl raises surcharges for customers. However, it takes weeks for the company to recoup that money, meaning Roehl carries the cost in the interim. Despite the higher fuel costs, Norlin said the company is in a good spot and has been extremely busy recently. Click here to download the WSAW news app or WSAW First Alert weather app. Click here to submit a news tip or story idea. Copyright 2026 WSAW. All rights reserved.