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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.

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Diesel, Gas Refining Capacity Too Low to Meet Demand

From record gasoline prices to higher airfares to fears of diesel rationing ahead, Americas runaway energy market is disquieting both U.S. travelers and the wider economy. But the chief driver isnt high crude prices or even the rebound in demand: Its simply too few refineries turning oil into usable fuels.

May 13, 2022
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Hyundai Expected to Announce $7 Billion EV Plant in Georgia

ATLANTA South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Group is expected to announce next week that it is building an electric vehicle plant near Savannah, Ga., according to a U.S. official familiar with the anticipated announcement.

May 13, 2022
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More Steps Needed to Reach Zero-Emission Future, Executives Say

LONG BEACH, Calif. Top executives at some of the largest companies in trucking said many factors must come together before the industry can fully advance toward a zero-emission future.

May 12, 2022
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Ban on Excessive Gas Prices Heading for House Vote

The U.S. president would have the authority to declare an emergency that would make the sale of gasoline at excessive prices illegal under legislation House Democrats plan to bring to the floor next week.

May 12, 2022
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Cummins to Build Fuel Cells for Freightliner Cascadia

LONG BEACH, Calif. Cummins Inc. will supply market leader Freightliner, a brand of Daimler Trucks North America, with a Cummins hydrogen fuel cell powertrain for the heavy-duty Cascadia model, Cummins Chairman and CEO Tom Linebarger said in a surprise announcement.

May 12, 2022
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Foxconn Completes Acquisition of Lordstown Factory

Taiwans Foxconn Technology Group completed a transaction with Lordstown Motors Corp. to acquire the electric truck startups Ohio factory for $230 million and take over production of its Endurance pickup truck, a critical step as the iPhone manufacturer seeks to diversify into electric vehicles.

May 12, 2022
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Volvo to Supply 44 Electric Trucks to DHL

FRANKFURT, Germany Swedish carmaker Volvo has signed a deal to supply 44 new electric trucks to German delivery firm Deutsche Post DHL to support its zero-emission targets, both companies announced May 12.

May 12, 2022
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Rivian Says Production Increased, Keeps Sales Target at 25,000

Rivian Automotive Inc. said it accelerated production and stepped up sales in the first quarter, keeping the electric pickup maker on track to deliver 25,000 EVs this year.

May 11, 2022
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California Falls Short in Fight to Curb Emissions

Californias carbon market was supposed to be a model for the U.S., harnessing the power of capitalism to fight climate change in the worlds fifth-biggest economy. But nearly 10 years after cap and trade began, theres little proof the system has had much direct impact on curbing planet-warming pollutants.

May 11, 2022
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Musks Go-Private Tweets About Tesla Were Reckless, Judge Found

No reasonable jury could find that Mr. Musk did not act recklessly. Thats the upshot of a federal judges review of Tesla Inc. CEO Elon Musks 2018 tweets about taking the company private, as revealed in an order that was made public May 10.

May 10, 2022