California could become the first state to fine big oil companies for making too much money, a reaction to the industry’s supersized profits following a summer of record-high gas prices in the nation’s most populous state.
December 6, 2022Government, Business, Fuel
California’s Newsom Proposes Fines on Oil Companies
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel
ATRI Study Takes Hard Look at BEV Infrastructure Requirements
A new study from the American Transportation Research Institute that assessed the infrastructure needs for converting the U.S. vehicle fleet to battery electric — with an emphasis on trucking — underscored that the challenges inherent in such a shift will reverberate far and wide.
December 6, 2022Government, Fuel
Diesel Ducks Under $5 a Gallon After 17.4¢ Drop
The national average price of diesel tumbled 17.4 cents to settle at $4.967, according to Energy Information Administration data released Dec. 5.
December 5, 2022Government, Business, Technology, Fuel
Hawaii DOT Advocates Road Usage Tax for EVs
Hawaii transportation officials advocate a road usage tax starting with .8 cent per mile for electric vehicles to address shortfalls in traditional gas tax revenue arising from more green vehicles on roads.
December 5, 2022Government, Business, Fuel
California Lawmakers Eye Big Oil’s High Gas Prices
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Furious about oil companies’ supersized profits after a summer of record-high gas prices, California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Dec. 5 will formally start his campaign to punish big producers by asking the Legislature to fine them and give the money back to drivers.
December 5, 2022Business, Equipment, Fuel
Tesla to Cut Output of EVs at Shanghai Factory
Tesla Inc. plans to lower production at its Shanghai factory, according to people familiar with the matter, in the latest sign demand in China isn’t meeting expectations.Â
December 5, 2022Government, Fuel
Tennessee Considers Toll Lanes, Electric Car Fee Hike
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee is considering allowing express toll lanes on highways and tripling a fee for electric car owners as he targets his first big push after winning re-election — paying for tens of billions of dollars in roadway projects.
December 5, 2022Government, Technology, Fuel
US Hydrogen Hubs Formed in Southwest, Southeast
Two new hydrogen hubs have been formed with a Southwest collaborative among Arizona, Nevada and the Navajo Nation as well as a six-state Southeast group featuring lead utilities.
December 5, 2022Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel
Guide From AASHTO, Other Groups Helps States Develop EV Infrastructure
A short guide to help state agencies collaborate in creating electric vehicle infrastructure has been published by a group of key national transportation, electric utility and energy groups.
December 2, 2022Government, Business, Fuel, TCA
Michigan’s Gas Tax Will Increase in 2023
Michigan’s gas tax is going up 1.4 cents per gallon starting Jan. 1, thanks to an automatic adjustment written into state law.
December 2, 2022