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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.

Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Volvo Invites Media to Test Drive the VNR Electric Truck

DUBLIN, Va. — Volvo Trucks North America provided members of the media a chance to drive its VNR Electric truck during a press event Sept. 29.

October 5, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

LNG Market Supply to Remain Tight for Years, Top Producers Say

Liquefied natural gas will be in short supply in the coming years as production lags behind surging demand from Europe, according to the world’s top producers of the fuel.

October 5, 2022
Government, Business, Safety, Fuel

Georgia, Florida Get Gas Tax Holidays

Drivers in Georgia and Florida are getting some price relief at the pump, as supply chain- and inflation-related fuel-tax holidays are being extended while both states grapple in their own ways with the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.

October 5, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics, Global Freight

Maersk Expands Green Fleet With $1 Billion Order for Vessels

A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S, one of the world’s largest oil consumers, ordered six large containerships that can sail on green methanol as part of the transport giant’s plan to become carbon neutral.

October 5, 2022
Business, Fuel, TCA

Will Rise of EVs Mean the Death of the Gas Station?

For more than a century, gas stations have been the heart of California’s car culture, offering fuel, food and friendly directions along back roads and byways. But the rush to EVs may leave them in the dust.

October 4, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

US House Lawmakers Introduce EV Tech Bill

Legislation designed to promote research and development programs for vehicle technologies at the U.S. Department of Energy was recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.

October 4, 2022
Business, Fuel

Elon Musk Proposes to Buy Twitter for Original Price of $54.20 a Share

Tesla CEO Elon Musk revived his bid for Twitter Inc. at the original offer price of $54.20 a share, potentially avoiding a courtroom fight over one of the most contentious acquisitions in recent history.

October 4, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Rivian Ramps Up Production, Reaffirms Annual Goal

Rivian Automotive Inc. shares rose in early trading after the automaker reported progress in ramping up production and reaffirmed its goal to build 25,000 electric vehicles this year.

October 4, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Nikola Founder Trevor Milton Won’t Testify in Fraud Trial

Nikola Corp. founder Trevor Milton said he wouldn’t take the witness stand in his criminal fraud trial, as the defense prepares to rest its case.

October 3, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

VTNA Explores Ins, Outs of EV Truck Ownership

DUBLIN, Va. — Executives from Volvo Trucks North America detailed a comprehensive approach to help address fleet concerns about incorporating electric trucks into their operations during a recent media event.

October 3, 2022