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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鈥檚 fuel ecosystem extensively. Topics include green house gas regulation, fuel prices, equipment costs, fuel infrastructure, surcharge and more.

Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Guangzhou Automobile Group Unveils Ammonia-Powered Engine

China鈥檚 Guangzhou Automobile Group Co. said it has developed the world鈥檚 first car engine that runs on ammonia, adding to new energy solutions that reduce carbon emissions.

June 27, 2023
Government, Business, Fuel, Logistics

Diesel Price Resumes Decline

Diesel prices slipped 1.4 cents a gallon after a one-week interruption to settle at a national average of $3.801, according to Energy Information Administration data released June 26.

June 26, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

As Fuel Taxes Plummet, States Weigh Charging by the Mile

COLUMBUS, Ohio 鈥 Evan Burroughs has spent eight years touting the virtues of an Oregon pilot program charging motorists by the distance their vehicle travels rather than the gas it guzzles.

June 26, 2023
Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel

Samsara Expands Connected Fleet Technology

AUSTIN, Texas 鈥 Samsara is expanding its connected fleet technology with new features designed to support more proactive driver coaching among the advancements.

June 25, 2023
Business, Equipment, Fuel

Nikola Suspects 鈥楩oul Play鈥 in Fire at Phoenix Headquarters

Nikola Corp. suspects 鈥渇oul play鈥 after an early-morning fire broke out at its Phoenix headquarters that affected several of its electric big rigs.

June 23, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

ATA鈥檚 Spear: Emission Mandates Must Follow Realistic Timelines

WASHINGTON 鈥 ATA President Chris Spear said trucking supports clean air initiatives but warned against efforts to compel businesses to use emerging vehicle technology before it's ready.

June 22, 2023
Business, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

ATRI: Cost of Operating a Truck Soared in 2022

Rising wages for drivers is a key factor that helped drive up the cost of operating a truck by 21.3% in 2022, according to a study by the American Transportation Research Institute.

June 22, 2023
Government, Business, Fuel

EPA Final Biofuel Volume Rule Slammed by Ag Interests

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and others said the Environmental Protection Agency's final rule establishing biofuel volumes in its Renewable Fuel Standard program fail to reflect reality.

June 22, 2023
Business, Technology, Fuel

Tesla Projected to Remain No. 1 EV Seller Through 2026

Tesla Inc. is poised to remain the top seller of electric vehicles in the U.S. through at least 2026, according to a new report.

June 21, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

International SuperTruck II Reaches 16 MPG

Navistar鈥檚 International SuperTruck II reached a fuel efficiency of 16 miles per gallon and a 170% improvement in freight efficiency compared with a 2009 baseline, the company said June 20.

June 21, 2023