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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, Business, Fuel

Florida Man Facing Federal Prison Time for Biofuel Fraud

A Florida man is facing up to five years in federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud and filing false claims after overstating biodiesel credits that were reported to the IRS and EPA.

November 19, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel

Voltera Raises $50 Million to Boost Expansion Plans

Voltera also raised $100 million in debt financing in August. The funds will also be used for building out the company’s planned network of charging sites.

November 19, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Oil Glut Set to Thwart Trump’s Call to ā€˜Frack, Frack, Frack’

President-elect Donald Trump’s vows to ā€œfrack, frack, frackā€ are about to collide with a global crude glut that’s set to, finally, temper record shale production.

November 19, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Drops 3Ā¢ to $3.491 a Gallon

The national average diesel price dropped 3 cents to $3.491 a gallon in its third straight decline, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Nov. 18.

November 18, 2024
Business, Fuel

US Refineries See Seasonal Highs Ahead of Holiday Travel

U.S. Gulf Coast refineries are operating at their highest capacity for this time of year since 1992 as they capitalize on strong fuel demand from Mexico and Brazil.

November 18, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Gas Prices Below $3 a Gallon in Time for Thanksgiving

U.S. average gasoline prices are set to fall below $3 a gallon, just in time for Thanksgiving, when holiday travel is expected to climb back to pre-pandemic levels.

November 18, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Biden to Stand Fast on LNG-Permit Halt, Energy Chief Signals

The Biden administration won’t decide on any natural gas-export permits before the presidential term ends in late January, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm signaled.

November 15, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Tesla, Rivian Drop on Report Trump Wants to End EV Credit

U.S. auto stocks and Asian battery makers fell after Reuters reported President-elect Donald Trump plans to eliminate a key consumer tax credit aimed at boosting electric-vehicle adoption.

November 14, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Truck Maker Nikola Trims 135 Staff in Cost-Cutting Move

Truck maker Nikola recently reduced staffing levels as it seeks to control costs.

November 14, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

CARB Rules Seen as Hindrance to Obtaining New Diesel Vehicles

Zero-emission vehicle sales in California over the past two years have been better than anticipated, but the transition to EVs has left some dealers challenged to obtain new diesel trucks.

November 14, 2024