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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.

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Pemex Reduces Fuel Imports After Theft Crackdown

Petroleos Mexicanos imported less gasoline and diesel in the second quarter as its refineries produced more fuel and the government cracked down on fuel theft.

October 23, 2019
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Renault Joins Toyota, Mercedes With Hydrogen Van

Renault SA will offer its electric Kangoo van with added hydrogen fuel cells before the end of the year and roll out the technology to another model in 2020.

October 23, 2019
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Energy Experts Remain Cautious About Price Hikes as IMO Mandate Looms

The price of low-sulfur diesel is expected to surge in the near future as a mandate that cargo ships dramatically cut sulfur emissions takes effect.

October 23, 2019
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Pennsylvania’s Gas Politics Churn as Trump Embraces Industry

EXTON, Pa. — For a second time in three months, President Donald Trump is headed to Pennsylvania to promote his support for the natural gas industry, making clear that he sees his pro-industry policies as a boost to his chances of winning the battleground state.

October 23, 2019
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Colonial Pipeline Eyes Expansion for Nashville Jet Fuel Demand

The busiest U.S. fuel pipeline might expand jet fuel deliveries to respond to growing demand in Nashville.

October 23, 2019
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Trudeau Team Seeks to Calm Oil Patch Fears of Pipeline Debacle

One of Justin Trudeau’s top lieutenants says the Canadian prime minister will proceed with an expansion of the Trans Mountain oil pipeline even as he’s now likely to share power with the more environmentally minded New Democratic Party.

October 22, 2019
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Williams CEO Says Its Gas Pipe Can Help Cuomo’s NY Green Goals

A natural gas pipeline that has been held up by New York could help Gov. Andrew Cuomo meet his ambitious clean energy goals if he approves it, according to the developer behind the $1 billion project.

October 22, 2019
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Rio to Produce Lithium in California, Joining Electric Car Battery Race

Rio Tinto Group is starting pilot production of lithium in California and will consider an expansion to become the top domestic supplier in the U.S. as the world’s biggest miners look to boost their exposure to the electric car battery revolution.

October 22, 2019
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California Governor Wants Investigation of High Gas Prices

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California’s governor has asked the attorney general to investigate why the state’s gas prices are so high, pointing to a new report suggesting big oil companies are “misleading and overcharging customers” by as much as $1 per gallon.

October 22, 2019
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Diesel Slips 0.1¢ to $3.050 a Gallon

The U.S. average retail price of diesel dropped by 0.1 cent to $3.050 a gallon, the Department of Energy reported Oct. 21.

October 21, 2019