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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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Soybean Demand Drops as US Biofuel Tax Credit Stalls

Agriculture giants including Cargill Inc. and Bunge Global SA are slowing their buying of soybeans because of uncertainty over U.S. biofuels policy.

October 29, 2024
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Oil Prices Fall on Weak Global Demand

Global oil prices are falling sharply after a retaliatory strike by Israel over the weekend targeted Iranian military sites rather than its energy infrastructure as had been feared.

October 29, 2024
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Diesel Price Nudges Up 2瞽 to $3.573 a Gallon

The U.S. average diesel price edged up 2 cents, reaching $3.573 per gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Oct. 28.

October 28, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Fords Profit Outlook Falls Short as EV Demand Slows

Adjusted earnings before interest and taxes this year will be about $10 billion, down from a previous outlook for as much as $12 billion, the company said Oct. 28.

October 28, 2024
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Voltera Adds Two California Truck Charging Locations

Securing these two sites in California is a significant step forward in our mission to support the electrification of commercial fleets, said Sylvia Hendron.

October 28, 2024
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As Crude Fades, Big Oil Must Borrow to Pay Investors

Weaker crude prices and refining margins are likely forcing four of the five supermajor oil companies to borrow money to fund $15 billion in share buybacks for the most recent quarter.

October 28, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Tesla Targets Full Semi Production by End of 2026

Tesla expects production of its Semi Class 8 tractor to accelerate to full throttle by the end of 2026, according to a senior executive, as the automaker offers more details about the vehicle.

October 25, 2024
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Biden Greenlights Lithium Mine in Race to Secure Supply

Ioneer Ltd.s Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project in Nevada has received its federal permit from the Bureau of Land Management, according to a company statement Oct. 24.

October 24, 2024
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GM Sees Timing Issue as Canada Reduces EV Rebates

Just as mandates and regulations start to bite, the timing is not necessarily lining up very well, in that the purchase incentive support comes off, GM Canada's president said.

October 24, 2024
BusinessTechnologyFuelAutonomous

Tesla Stock Rises After Q3 Earnings Beat Estimates

The company on Oct. 23 reported adjusted earnings of 72 cents per share for the quarter, above the average analyst estimate.

October 23, 2024