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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 today’s fuel ecosystem extensively. Topics include green house gas regulation, fuel prices, equipment costs, fuel infrastructure, surcharge and more.

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Fuelmakers Hoping for Higher-Than-Expected Demand in Summer

Although U.S. gasoline usage appears to be exceeding year-ago levels as cheaper prices at the pump encourage households to hit the road, cracks have started to emerge in the world’s biggest economy.

May 8, 2023
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Volvo Road Tests Hydrogen-Powered Truck

Volvo Trucks has tested its fuel cell electric trucks on public roads for the first time, the company announced May 8.

May 8, 2023
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Volvo Triples Electric Truck Dealer Network Since Last Year

ANAHEIM, Calif. — As Volvo Trucks continues to roll out battery-electric heavy-duty trucks to fleet customers across North America, the truck maker also is building its support network.

May 5, 2023
BusinessTechnologyFuel

Lion Electric Introduces New Medium-Duty Truck

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Lion Electric Co., a manufacturer of all-electric commercial vehicles, announced the launch of its battery-electric Lion5 medium-duty truck at the 2023 Advanced Clean Transportation Expo.

May 5, 2023
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Clean Energy Investments Touted at Commerce Summit

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. — President Joe Biden cited supply chain achievements and urged foreign investment as the Commerce Department held a networking event that included 70 countries.

May 4, 2023
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Electrified Fleet Grid Upgrades Could Benefit Utilities

Paying for power grid upgrades trucking companies need to charge electrified medium- and heavy-duty fleets would provide a long-term financial boon to utilities.

May 3, 2023
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Clean Truck Technologies Developing at Rapid Pace

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The rollout of zero-emission commercial vehicles and the infrastructure to support it is proceeding with added urgency.

May 3, 2023
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Paccar, Toyota Plan to Produce Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Truck manufacturer Paccar Inc. and global automaker Toyota Motor Corp. are moving forward with a partnership to produce fuel cell electric Class 8 trucks.

May 3, 2023
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Daimler Unveils Freightliner Medium-Duty eM2 Truck

ANAHEIM, Calif. – Daimler Truck North America premiered the Freightliner eM2, the latest entry in its line of electric vehicles, during the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo May 2.

May 2, 2023
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Oklahoma, UK Form Clean Energy Pact

Oklahoma and Britain will address trade barriers, increase investment and enhance business cooperation in zero-emission vehicles, agriculture and alternative energy.

May 2, 2023