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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.

Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics

How Elon Musk and Cheap Oil Doomed the Push for Natural Gas Vehicles

The idea was nothing short of revolutionary: Convert the nation’s millions of trucks, buses and other commercial vehicles to run on natural gas instead of gasoline and diesel.

August 15, 2017
Government, Fuel

Diesel Climbs 1.7¢ to $2.598 a Gallon for Seventh Consecutive Gain

The U.S. average retail price of diesel rose 1.7 cents to $2.598 in the seventh consecutive weekly rise for trucking's main fuel.

August 14, 2017
Business, Fuel

Waste Management Opens 100th CNG Fueling Station as Fleet Expands to 6,000 Trucks

Waste Management Inc. announced Oklahoma City as the location of its 100th compressed natural gas fueling station.

August 14, 2017
Government, Fuel, TCA

Oklahoma Fuel Taxes Among Lowest in the Nation

While gasoline prices are hovering around $2 per gallon in Oklahoma, that’s not the direct cost of the fuel. State and federal taxes tally up to 35.4 cents of total gasoline cost per gallon.

August 11, 2017
Business, Fuel

Oil Poised for Weekly Decline Amid Weaker Demand Outlook

Oil slipped, heading for the biggest weekly loss in a month, as the outlook for demand dimmed in an already shaky market.

August 11, 2017
Government, Fuel, Logistics, TCA

Pennsylvania, Delaware Join Study of East Coast Road Usage Tax

Pennsylvania motorists will have an opportunity to participate in a study exploring the potential impact of a road usage tax on the East Coast.

August 11, 2017
Fuel

Natural Gas Sector Pushes Surge in Plastics Industry

When it comes to liquefied natural gas in particular, refiners have turned their attention to a broader use: plastic goods.

August 9, 2017
Business, Fuel

EIA Raises Both 2017, 2018 US Crude Production Forecasts

U.S. producers are seen pumping away, even with the price of West Texas Intermediate crude lingering below $50 a barrel, according to the latest government estimates.

August 8, 2017
Government, Fuel

Diesel Continues Upward Trend, Rises 5 Cents to $2.581

The U.S. average retail price of diesel jumped 5 cents to $2.581 in the sixth consecutive increase for trucking's main fuel.

August 7, 2017
Business, Fuel

Trillium CNG, Sheehy Mail Contractors Partner in Nebraska

Sheehy Mail Contractors Inc. has partnered with Trillium CNG after adding to its natural gas-vehicle fleet.

August 7, 2017