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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.

GovernmentFuel

Diesel Rises Again, Up 5.9¢ to $5.16 a Gallon

The national average price for diesel spiked 5.9 cents to $5.16 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released April 25.

April 27, 2022
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Dems Consider Legislative Moves to Cut Gas Prices

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer met on April 27 to discuss possible legislation to reduce gas prices, according to a Democratic aide.

April 27, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

The Big EV Charging Mystery: How Long Does It Take?

How long does it take to “fill up” an electric car? Well, that depends on the car … and the charger … and how many other cars are plugged into the charger … and how full the battery is to begin with … and, oh yeah, the weather matters, too.

April 27, 2022
GovernmentBusinessFuel

US Earmarks $504 Million for World’s Largest Hydrogen Hub

The U.S. is backing a project to create the world’s largest hydrogen production and storage facility in Utah in a push to bring the clean-burning fuel into the mainstream.

April 26, 2022
BusinessEquipmentFuelTCA

Zero-Emission Truck Trial OK’d for California Ports

Long Beach harbor commissioners on April 25 approved an agreement — hailed as groundbreaking — that will deploy 100 battery-electric trucks owned and operated by Schneider and NFI to the twin ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

April 26, 2022
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafetyFuel

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
BusinessTechnologyFuel

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
BusinessFuel

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
GovernmentBusinessFuelLogistics

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
GovernmentBusinessFuelTCA

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