Fuel News

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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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Perspective: State of the Union Highlights Trucking

ATA Chairman Dan Van Alstine shares his takeaways and experiences after attending the State of the Union. 

February 17, 2023
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GOP Senators Target EPA Heavy-Duty Truck Rule

Senior Republicans are proposing to overturn federal emissions standards targeting heavy-duty commercial vehicles.

February 16, 2023
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Oil Giant BP Acquires TravelCenters of America

TravelCenters of America is being acquired by BP Products North America in a $1.3 billion deal announced Feb. 16.

February 16, 2023
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DOE Funds Plans for EV Charging, Hydrogen Fueling on Freight Corridors

Projects that aim to accelerate adoption of electric and fuel cell-powered medium- and heavy-duty trucks along freight corridors in 23 states are earmarked to receive $7.4 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy.

February 16, 2023
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Midwest US Ethanol Push Seen to Lift Gas Costs

Motorists in the Midwest U.S. could expect to pay more for gasoline under a fuel policy shift demanded by governors in the region, with a new refining industry-commissioned analysis outlining larger-than-expected impacts of the change.

February 15, 2023
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Kenworth Celebrates 100 Years in Business

Kenworth Truck Co. kicked off its yearlong celebration marking a century since Harry Kent and Edgar Worthington founded the truck manufacturer on Jan. 26, 1923, in Seattle.

February 15, 2023
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Diesel Falls 9.5¢ to $4.444 a Gallon

The national average price for a gallon of diesel sank by 9.5 cents, reaching $4.444 a gallon, according to data for the week ending Feb. 13 provided by the Energy Information Administration.

February 13, 2023
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Love’s Offers Auto Fuel Discount

Love’s Travel Stops is offering a 10-cent-per-gallon discount on gasoline and auto diesel, the company announced Feb. 10.

February 13, 2023
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TMC Annual Meeting to Spotlight Root Cause Analysis

Root cause analysis will be in the spotlight during the Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition in Orlando, Fla., on Feb. 27-March 2.

February 10, 2023
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Shippers to Pay $45 Million to Settle 2021 California Oil Spill Lawsuits

LOS ANGELES — Companies linked to two cargo ships accused of damaging a pipeline months before it ruptured have agreed to pay $45 million to settle lawsuits brought by business owners and residents.

February 10, 2023