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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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Stuck Australian Gas Tanker May Spur Global LNG Price Rise

A loaded liquefied natural gas tanker is stuck at an export terminal in Australia and will disrupt some shipments, adding to supply concerns ahead of the Northern Hemisphere winter.

November 28, 2023
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Diesel Price Drops 6.3¢ a Gallon to $4.146

The national average diesel price tumbled 6.3 cents in its fifth straight decline to hit $4.146 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Nov. 27.

November 27, 2023
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Gas Prices Now Below $3 in 14 States

Gasoline prices have fallen for 60 consecutive days, letting American drivers pass on savings at the pump to consumer retailers during the U.S. economy’s all-important holiday season.

November 27, 2023
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Oil Shows Signs of Softening Before OPEC+ Meeting

Ahead of the OPEC+ meeting on Nov. 30, there are indications oil supply is running ahead of demand, highlighting the challenge facing the cartel as it prepares to set output policy for 2024.

November 27, 2023
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Terraline to Carry Out Prototype Class 8 Truck Tests in Q1

A prototype of a battery-electric Class 8 truck with an expected range of 500 miles is set to begin its first pilot tests in Florida in the first quarter of 2024, according to vehicle developer Terraline Inc.

November 21, 2023
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Reyes Coca-Cola to Deploy 20 eCascadias in California

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling will deploy 20 Freightliner eCascadia Class 8 tractors, said Daimler Truck North America, the truck manufacturer’s parent company.

November 21, 2023
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Diesel Price Drops Another 8.5¢ a Gallon to Reach $4.209

The national average diesel price extended its pronounced decline, falling 8.5 cents to reach $4.209 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Nov. 20.

November 21, 2023
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California Gas Prices Dip Below $5 for First Time Since July

California pump prices fell below $5 a gallon for the first time since July, following national levels lower but still the highest in the country.

November 20, 2023
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Illinois Governor Seeking $1 Billion EPA Clean Energy Bid

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is going after every federal dollar to turn the state into a hub for new technologies, intensifying a battle among states for trillions in federal funds.

November 20, 2023
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Lawyers Argue Trevor Milton Shouldn’t Face Prison for Fraud

NEW YORK — Lawyers for Trevor Milton, the founder of truck maker Nikola Corp., say he should not face incarceration.

November 20, 2023