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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.

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OPEC+ Meets to Seek Compromise on Plan to Delay Output Hike

OPEC+ began two days of potentially complicated talks to hash out the size of its oil-production cuts next year, with the group鈥檚 president calling for caution in a fragile market.

November 30, 2020
BusinessFuel

Oil Advances to Eight-Month High on Demand Optimism

Oil extended gains, trading at its highest level since March, on mounting optimism that recent breakthroughs on a COVID-19 vaccine will lead to a swift recovery in global energy demand next year.

November 25, 2020
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High Freight Demand Provides Momentum for Trucking Industry

Economic indicators suggest the trucking industry could be poised for growth in 2021, after the coronavirus pandemic caused a topsy-turvy year in 2020 marked by unpredictable demand and continued uncertainty in the driver pool.

November 24, 2020
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Strehl Announces Acquisition of Rocketail

Strehl purchased the assets of the semi-trailer tail-end drag reduction systems maker Rocketail, the company announced Nov. 23.

November 24, 2020
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Operational Cost of Trucking Down 9.3%, ATRI Finds

Costs associated with trucking operations have decreased, according to the American Transportation Research Institute.

November 24, 2020
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2021 Expected to Be Pivotal Year for Commercialization of Electric Vehicles

With major truck manufacturers pushing into factory-built electric vehicles, 2021 is poised to be the year for the technology to transition from pilot testing to commercialization.

November 24, 2020
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Oil Jumps Past $45, Dow Eclipses 30,000

Oil reclaimed heights not seen since the pandemic shocked markets in the spring, with the start of the U.S. presidential transition and improved vaccine prospects infusing optimism across markets.

November 24, 2020
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NTTC, ATA Seek Approval of Electronic Documents for Hazmat Shipments

National Tank Truck Carriers and American Trucking Associations have petitioned federal hazardous materials regulators to 鈥渨ithout delay鈥 develop a rulemaking that would allow motor carriers to use and accept electronic shipping papers and certifications for hazmat shipments.

November 24, 2020
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Diesel Rises 2.1垄 to $2.462 a Gallon

The nationwide average price of diesel fuel increased 2.1 cents per gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration.

November 23, 2020
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Trucking Offered Measure of Stability in Diesel Revenue as Pandemic Caused Gas Tax Revenue to Tank

In addition to essential supplies, truck drivers during the pandemic provided a service that is less tangible but no less important: boosting revenue for state transportation departments.

November 20, 2020