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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.

BusinessTechnologyFuel

GM, LG Energy Solutions to Make EV Batteries in Tennessee

General Motors and LG Energy Solution plan to add more battery production lines at their joint venture plant in Tennessee to make lower-cost cells starting in late 2027, the companies said.

July 14, 2025
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Tesla Semi Generally Matches ArcBest’s Diesels, Pilot Finds

ArcBest offered the latest window into what to expect from the long-awaited Tesla Semi battery-electric tractor, including energy consumption ratings matching its diesel peers.

July 14, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Daimler Deepens Diesel Engine Focus, Boosts Investment

Daimler Truck executives signaled a renewed focus on diesel powertrains at the company’s Capital Market Day 2025.

July 14, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Use Cases for Truck Fleet Hybridization Begin to Emerge

Some manufacturers are introducing forms of hybridization geared specifically toward freight transportation.

July 14, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafetyFuel

Ford Recalls 850,000 Cars Due to Potential Fuel Pump Failure

Ford is recalling more than 850,000 of its cars because the low-pressure fuel pump inside the vehicles may fail — and potentially cause an engine stall while driving, increasing crash risks.

July 11, 2025
GovernmentSafetyFuel

Transportation Panel Embraces ‘Back to Basics’ Highway Plan

Policymakers in the House of Representatives will prioritize traditional surface transportation projects when they kick off negotiations on a multiyear highway policy bill.

July 10, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Rivian-Backed Also Hits Unicorn Status With $200M Raise

A Rivian-backed startup developing small electric vehicles was valued at $1 billion in a new investment from Greenoaks Capital, according to people familiar with the matter.

July 8, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentFuelLogistics

EIA Trims Forecast for 2025 US Crude Oil Output

The latest production forecast for this year represents a drop of about 50,000 barrels a day from the Energy Information Administration’s previous projections in June.

July 8, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Ford Battery Plant Clears Hurdle With Tax Credit Win

A spokesperson said the Michigan facility is on schedule to open next year and will ultimately employ 1,700 workers as the company had projected when it downsized the project in late 2023.

July 8, 2025
BusinessEquipmentSafetyFuelLogisticsFor-HireTop 100

Trucking Fleets Navigate Tire Costs and Performance

As one of the top expenses for trucking companies of all types and sizes, tires go a long way toward determining a motor carrier’s profitability and success.

July 8, 2025