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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, Fuel

Diesel Gains 2.4¢ to $3.825 in Second Straight Increase

Diesel’s national average retail price rose for a second straight week, increasing 2.4 cents to $3.825 a gallon, while gasoline dipped after a one-week gain, the Department of Energy said.

October 25, 2011
Business, Fuel

Gasoline Rises 5¢ in Two Weeks to $3.47, Lundberg Survey Says

Gasoline’s national average price climbed 5 cents in the past two weeks to an average $3.47 a gallon, according to the latest Lundberg Survey of filling stations released Sunday.

October 24, 2011
Business, Fuel

Diesel Jumps 8¢ to $3.801; First Increase in Six Weeks

The U.S. average price for retail diesel surged 8 cents to $3.801 a gallon last week, the largest increase in more than six months, the Department of Energy reported.

October 24, 2011
Business, Fuel

Diesel Fuel Jumps 8¢ to $3.801 a Gallon; Gasoline Price Gains 5.9¢ to $3.476

Diesel’s national average pump price jumped 8 cents to $3.801 a gallon, turning around five weeks of declines, while gasoline also increased, the Department of Energy said.

October 18, 2011
Business, Fuel

C.R. England Adds LNG Trucks

Refrigerated carrier C.R. England Inc. said it was introducing its first trucks that run on liquefied natural gas, to be operated out of its Ontario, Calif., dedicated operation division.

October 17, 2011
Business, Fuel

Keystone Pipeline Would Benefit U.S., ATA Official, Others Tell D.C. Forum

The proposed controversial Keystone XL pipeline from Canada to Oklahoma would supply a stable and secure source of energy for the United States and its trucking industry, and its construction should be approved, an American Trucking Associations official told the State Department this month.

October 17, 2011
Business, Fuel

Diesel Dips 2.8¢ to $3.721 a Gallon

The U.S. retail diesel and gasoline averages declined for the fifth straight week, even as crude oil prices continued to rise, the Department of Energy reported.

October 17, 2011
Business, Fuel

DOE Lowers 2011 Diesel Price Forecast to $3.80 a Gallon

The Department of Energy lowered its 2011 diesel price forecast by a nickel to $3.80 a gallon and lowered its 2012 forecast by 14 cents, to $3.73, reflecting recent declines in oil prices.

October 12, 2011
Business, Fuel

Diesel Drops 2.8¢ to $3.721 in Fifth Decline

Diesel fell for a fifth straight week, dropping 2.8 cents to $3.721 a gallon, while gasoline also slipped for a fifth week, the Department of Energy said Tuesday.

October 12, 2011
Fuel

Tank Truck, Flatbed Carriers Gain as Oil and Gas Exploration Grows

Many tank truck and flatbed carriers are enjoying strong growth by tapping into the booming oil and natural-gas exploration business, industry experts said.

October 10, 2011