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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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Truck Startup Edison Motors Ramps Up Hybrid Class 8 Production

The company will begin its first small production run in a new 305-acre manufacturing facility in Golden, British Columbia, founder and CEO Chace Barber told Transport Topics.

March 6, 2025
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Congressional GOP Rallies Behind Trumps Economic Vision

Transportation leaders are lining up behind President Donald Trumps call to action to streamline infrastructure construction regulations and jump-start domestic energy initiatives.

March 6, 2025
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Volkswagen Introduces ID. EVERY1, Its Most Affordable EV

The model will offer more than 155 miles of range and is the last piece of the puzzle for VWs next-generation lineup, said Thomas Schaefer, CEO of the brand.

March 5, 2025
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Iowa Shutters Biodiesel Output on Federal Policy Uncertainty

Iowa biodiesel plants are operating at minimum or completely stopping production amid uncertainty over the future of renewable fuel and tax credit policies.

March 5, 2025
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DOE Withdraws Biden-Era Rule, Approves LNG for Vessel Fuel

The Department of Energy has given the OK for vessels to use liquefied natural gas as a fuel by withdrawing its past Biden-era order that created a roadblock for a small Florida company.

March 5, 2025
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Trump Approves Permit Extension for Exxons Golden Pass LNG

The Trump administration extended a permit for the Golden Pass liquefied natural gas export project co-owned by QatarEnergy LNG and Exxon Mobil Corp.

March 5, 2025