The American Trucking Association estimates truckers will spend about $140 billion for fuel this year, compared to $112 billion last year.

The House Highways and Transit Subcommittee is examining the impact of rising diesel prices on the trucking industry.   The Triple A automotive association says the price of diesel fuel, which is used by most transport trucks, has risen much faster than regular gasoline. The trucking industry says record high fuel prices are cutting into profits and in some cases, destroying livelihoods. VOA's Mil Arcega reports.