Trump signs order temporarily allowing off-road dyed diesel for highway use, White House says
The White House says the order is meant to lower costs for Americans and put money back in the pockets of farmers, truckers and other workers.
What we know
- The White House said in a post on X that President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to temporarily allow off-road "dyed" diesel to be used on highways. [1]
- The White House said the action is intended to lower costs for Americans, including farmers, truckers and workers. [1]
- The post was published at 00:06 UTC on Oct. 6, 2026, and described the signing as happening "just now." [1]
- Not yet confirmed: The White House's claim that the action will lower costs has not been independently verified.
The White House said President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order that would temporarily allow off-road "dyed" diesel fuel to be used for highway driving. The announcement came in a post on X on Oct. 6. [1]
The White House described the move as a way to lower costs for Americans. It said the action would put money "directly BACK in the pockets of American farmers, truckers, & workers." [1]
The White House's claim about the effect on costs is its own characterization.
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