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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.

Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel

US Senate Transportation Leader Touts Biden Emissions Program

The leader of the transportation policy committee in the U.S. Senate endorsed the Biden administration’s latest initiative to curb emissions through a comprehensive funding program.

April 26, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Volvo Group Reports Higher Revenue, Record Q1 Deliveries

Volvo Group reported first-quarter net income slipped and revenue increased amid what the company referred to as good economic activity, high transport volumes and solid construction activity while order backlogs are extended and lead times long.

April 22, 2022
Business, Fuel

Gas Imports Flowing to West Coast at Near-Record Pace

The U.S. West Coast is importing gasoline at a near-record pace this month to help ease supply constraints amid eye-popping pump prices just ahead of the peak summer driving season.

April 21, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel, Logistics

White House Eyes Emissions, Fuel Prices as Congress Finalizes Supply Chain Bill

The Biden administration continues to pursue initiatives meant to ease the impact of fuel prices on industries as congressional leaders finalize legislation to enhance supply chain connectivity.

April 21, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel, TCA

Indiana Gas Taxes on Brink of State Record

Indiana motorists will be paying a total of 74.5 cents in taxes for each gallon of gasoline they purchase in May — the highest amount in Indiana history.

April 21, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel, Autonomous

Tesla Q1 Earnings 7 Times More Than Year Ago

DETROIT — Tesla reported April 20 that its first-quarter net earnings were more than seven times greater than a year ago, powered by strong sales despite global supply chain kinks and pandemic-related production cuts in China.

April 20, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Foes Blast Rivian EV Plant at Georgia Meeting

MONROE, Ga. — Opponents trying to derail a $5 billion, 7,500-job Rivian electric truck plant in Georgia dominated a state meeting April 18 that was meant to gather suggestions on how to design the plant to mitigate any impact on the environment.

April 20, 2022
Business, Fuel

Green Diesel Is Suddenly a Booming Business

Climate-friendly diesel produced from animal fats and cooking oils is suddenly a booming business as fossil-fuel giants such as Exxon Mobil Corp. and Chevron Corp. race to cut their emissions and take advantage of incentives.

April 20, 2022
Business, Fuel

Gulf Coast Diesel Exports Soar on Wartime Shortage

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has set off a global scramble for diesel, prompting buyers around the world to snap up massive volumes of fuel from the U.S. Gulf Coast despite high prices.

April 19, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics, Autonomous

Walmart Will Run Forklifts on ‘Green’ Hydrogen in Plug Power Deal

Plug Power Inc.’s bid to become a major supplier of carbon-free hydrogen just won the backing of one of the company’s oldest customers: Walmart Inc.

April 19, 2022