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Transport Topics fuel coverage looks closely at what powers trucks. From the latest on battery, diesel and alternative fuel technology to the costs and prices associated with each, this news category covers todays fuel ecosystem extensively. Topics include green house gas regulation, fuel prices, equipment costs, fuel infrastructure, surcharge and more.

Government, Business, Equipment, Fuel

Traton CEO Sees EPA Pre-Buy Sales Slipping to 2026

An anticipated jump in Class 8 truck sales ahead of the arrival of stricter emissions standards might not start until 2026, the CEO of the parent company of International Motors said March 10.

March 10, 2025
Government, Business, Safety, Fuel

Crew Rescued as Fuel Tanker, Cargo Ship Collide in North Sea

A cargo ship hit a tanker carrying jet fuel for the American military off the coast of eastern England on March 10, setting both vessels on fire and sending fuel pouring into the North Sea.

March 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

NACFE Charts Messy Middle Next Steps

NACFE announced that it will reveal the fleets participating in its upcoming Run on Less: the Messy Middle test on April 3, and shared more details on the event.

March 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Transtex Unveils Lithium-Ion Electric APU for In-Cab Power

The DClimate Lithium Pro is designed to deliver extended runtimes and reduced emissions for trucking fleets as it supports full hotel loads without engine idling.

March 9, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

TMC Blends Back to Basics With Advanced Tech Learning

[The theme] promises a deep dive into the evolving world of trucking with a focus on industry standards, innovation and educational benefits, TMC Executive Director Robert Braswell says.

March 9, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Nikola Wins Permission to Auction Manufacturing Facility

Nikola won court permission to auction its Arizona plant, an asset creditors said may prove valuable to automakers as the Trump administration continues to go back and forth on tariffs.

March 8, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

Colleges, OEMs Team Up for Hydrogen ICE Push

Two U.S. universities have teamed up with auto industry heavyweights including Daimler Truck North America to form the Hydrogen Engine Alliance of North America.

March 7, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Canadian Crude Wins Reprieve From Trumps Tariffs

Crude is among the beneficiaries of President Donald Trumps one-month reprieve on tariffs for some imports from Canada and Mexico, a boost to oil industry leaders.

March 7, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Energy Chief Plans to Seek $20 Billion to Refill Oil Reserve

Energy Secretary Chris Wright plans to seek up to $20 billion to accomplish President Donald Trumps goal of refilling the nations depleted oil reserve to its maximum capacity.

March 7, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel

Congressional Democrats Question Actions of Musk-Led DOGE

Congressional Democrats are pushing back on White House and Elon Musk efforts to halt transportation initiatives launched during the Biden administration.

March 6, 2025