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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.

Government, Business, Fuel, TCA

Connecticut House Cuts Gas Tax, Offers Other Relief

With the state budget surplus hitting record-breaking levels, Connecticut legislators voted unanimously March 23 to cut gasoline taxes 鈥 and talked about reducing more taxes in the future.

March 23, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

LG Plans Battery Plants for Canada, Arizona

LG Energy Solution will invest around $2 billion on increasing output in North America as the South Korean battery maker ramps up production to meet rising demand for electric cars.

March 23, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel, Autonomous

Former Cruise CEO Dan Ammann Lands at Exxon

Dan Ammann, who led the Cruise self-driving unit of General Motors Co. until December with a mission to reduce traffic and eliminate emissions, has landed at oil giant Exxon Mobil Corp.

March 22, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

Europe Heading for a Diesel Shortage, Traders Say

Europe is facing the prospect of a shortage of diesel as flows from Russia dwindle in the aftermath of its invasion of Ukraine, senior executives at three trading houses said.

March 22, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

EV Battery Maker LG to Expand in Michigan

LANSING, Mich. 鈥 Electric vehicle battery maker LG Energy Solution plans a $1.7 billion expansion in western Michigan that will add up to 1,200 jobs by 2025, officials announced March 22.

March 22, 2022
Government, Fuel

Diesel Ends 10-Week Surge, Dropping 11.6垄 to $5.134 a Gallon

The national average price of diesel reversed course and dropped in price, shedding 11.6 cents to $5.134 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released March 21.

March 21, 2022
Business, Fuel

Despite Strike, Chevron to Continue Operating California Refinery

Chevron Corp. plans to operate its California refinery 鈥渘ormally鈥 amid a worker strike that began just after midnight on March 21, potentially limiting the impact on gasoline prices in the state.

March 21, 2022
Government, Technology, Fuel

As Gas Prices Rise, Towns Add Electric Car Charging Stations

ASBURY PARK, N.J. 鈥 A wave of new electric vehicle charging stations across the country is coming as interest in alternatives to gasoline-powered vehicles is on the rise, though most of the plans were in the works before recent gasoline price spikes.

March 21, 2022
Business, Fuel, Logistics

Instacart Adds Fuel Surcharge to Offset High Gas Prices

Instacart Inc. is adding a fuel surcharge on grocery delivery orders, becoming the latest gig economy company to impose new fees on customers to ease drivers鈥 gas bills amid record-high prices.

March 18, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

US Unveils Battery Strategy in West Virginia to Ease Coal Loss

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and Sen. Joe Manchin on March 18 announced a program to develop lithium batteries in the U.S. as part of a broader strategy to help Appalachia amid a transition from coal.

March 18, 2022