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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.

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Better Power Solutions: Eliminate Idling & Extend Battery Life

Program Aired: October 16, 2 p.m. ET Discover how new power solutions are helping Class 8 fleets eliminate idling, extend battery life, and reduce costly maintenance. This webinar explores lithium-powered systems that deliver reliable hotel load support, improve driver comfort, and unlock significant fuel and service savings—all while ensuring dependable performance across demanding operating conditions.

October 16, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyFuel

Tesla Cybertruck Head Exits, Adding to Executive Turnover

Siddhant Awasthi decision follows a string of executive exits at Tesla, which has grappled with lukewarm consumer demand and the loss of U.S. incentives while pursuing new business lines.

November 10, 2025
GovernmentBusinessFuel

N.Y., N.J. Grant Key Permits for Williams Gas Pipeline

New York and New Jersey granted crucial permits for a long-stalled Williams Cos. pipeline project that would bring more natural gas to the New York City area from Pennsylvania.

November 7, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuelLogistics

Fleets Grow More Confident About RNG Powertrains

J.B. Hunt has 200 compressed natural gas trucks, most of which have 12-liter engines. Over the past 12 months, the carrier introduced 15-liter RNG engines to its fleet.

November 7, 2025
BusinessEquipmentFuel

Ford Might Cancel Electric F-150 Pickup Truck, WSJ Reports

Ford is considering scrapping the electric version of its F-150 pickup truck, known as the F-150 Lightning, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter. 

November 6, 2025
BusinessTechnologyFuel

Tesla Co-Founder's Battery Recycling Plant Starts Production

JB Straubel's Redwood Materials has begun operations at a $3.5 billion factory in South Carolina that will supply badly needed critical materials.

November 6, 2025
BusinessFuel

Lucid Reports Disappointing Q3 Results

Lucid Group posted a worse-than-expected third-quarter loss as it grapples with sluggish production of its Gravity SUV and a challenging trade environment.

November 5, 2025
BusinessTechnologyFuelLogistics

Joby's Blade to Provide 12-Minute Trips From Suburbs to NYC

Traffic’s back, train delays are all too common and city politics have been boiling over. A new commuter helicopter route is aimed at offering New Yorkers a quick escape hatch.

November 5, 2025
BusinessEquipmentFuel

Rivian Cost Cuts Pay Off With Smaller-Than-Expected Loss

Rivian Automotive reported a smaller-than-expected loss in a sign of progress as the EV maker cuts costs and staff ahead of plans to begin deliveries of a new midsize SUV next year.

November 4, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Caterpillar Sets New Growth Goals as Energy Demand Surges

Caterpillar laid out new growth targets to boost revenue and double capital spending in a bid to capitalize on rising demand for energy to power data centers. 

November 4, 2025