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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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Five Key Considerations for Fleet Electrification

Many steps come before, during and after electric vehicle procurement, and that success is dependent on fleet owners doing things differently and more quickly than their peers.

May 17, 2024
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Honda Takes Wraps Off Class 8 Hydrogen FCEV Concept Truck

LAS VEGAS Honda unveiled a concept Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck during the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo.

May 17, 2024
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Long Beach Tri-Gen Ops Start for Toyota Vehicle Facility

Civic officials and business executives on May 2 celebrated the opening of Tri-gen, an energy generation project at the Port of Long Beach.

May 15, 2024
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Range, Thermo King Team Up on Electric Reefer Trailer Pilots

Range Energy is teaming up with Thermo King to investigate the possibilities for electric refrigerated trailers, the companies said May 9.

May 15, 2024
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US Cites Threat of Chinese EVs Made in Mexico as Trade Worry

The Biden administration is keeping an eye on attempts by Chinese companies to export cars from Mexico into the United States.

May 14, 2024
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Amazon Chooses Volvo VNR Electric as First Class 8 BET in US

E-commerce giant Amazon.com Inc. plans to deploy 47 Volvo VNR Electric tractors across its Southern California operations, its first Class 8 battery-electric trucks.

May 14, 2024
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Trucking Leaders Discuss Industry Trends, Key Concerns

PHOENIX Stakeholders shared the latest information on issues affecting the trucking industry during ATA's Safety, Security and Human Resources National Conference and Exhibition.

May 14, 2024
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Senate Passes Diesel Emissions Reduction Bill Update

Legislation updating the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act was recently passed in the U.S. Senate.

May 14, 2024
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Ryder: Switching to a Class 8 EV May Double Vehicle Costs

A new analysis by leasing and logistics specialist Ryder System indicates the business case for swapping a diesel or gasoline van or truck for an EV is shaky for much of the trucking industry.

May 14, 2024
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Hydrogen Maker Plug Power Soars on $1.7 Billion US Backing

Hydrogen producer Plug Power Inc.s stock soared May 14 after the Biden administration offered the U.S. company a conditional commitment for $1.66 billion in loan guarantees to build up to six facilities.

May 14, 2024