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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, Fuel

Diesel Price Down 3.6¢ to $3.451 a Gallon

The national average price for a gallon of diesel dropped 3.6 cents to $3.451, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released June 3.

June 3, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Trucks in China Make Switch From Diesel to Electric

More and more Chinese trucks are being powered by batteries, another sign that oil-based fuels are getting shoved to the sidelines in an increasingly electrified economy.

June 3, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Trump to Roll Back Biden-Era Alaska Oil Drilling Limits

The measure would open new opportunities for oil and gas development in the mammoth National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska, an Indiana-sized parcel in the northwest of the state.

June 2, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Partnerships to Fuel JoyRide's Zero-Emission Ambitions

JoyRide Logistics is setting about building partnerships in its bid to convince shippers to transition from a wholly diesel fleet to zero emissions.   

May 30, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

Kenworth Expands Powertrain Options for T680, T880, W990

The truck maker will make powertrains with the Paccar TX-12 PRO automated transmission and Paccar MX-13 engine combination available to T680, T880 and W990 customers.

May 30, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment, Fuel

Ford Says Michigan Battery Plant at Risk if Tax Credits Cut

Ford's plan to make electric vehicle batteries at a new site in Michigan would be put at risk if Congress cuts federal incentives for clean energy, the company’s chair said.

May 29, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Toyota to Sell Seven EV Models in US

Toyota is betting Americans are ready for more U.S.-made electric vehicles. And if they aren’t, it has a plan: exports.

May 29, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Farmers Press for Biofuels Boost to Counter Tariff Losses

After losing their biggest export market, U.S. farmers are now counting on the president’s support for biofuels to prevent their next crop from piling up in storage.

May 29, 2025
Business, Fuel

Chevron Plans 200 Layoffs in Permian Basin

Chevron plans to lay off 200 employees in the Permian Basin, less than the 800 previously reported by the Texas Workforce Commission, the company said May 29. 

May 29, 2025
Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel, Autonomous

Tesla Targets June 12 Rollout of Robotaxi Service in Austin

Tesla is poised to begin its long-awaited robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, on June 12, according to a person familiar with the matter.

May 28, 2025