Californians will vote in November on a ballot proposition that would repeal a new gas tax and vehicle fees, saddling Gov. Jerry Brown with a final challenge to preserve a key part of his legacy before leaving office.
June 26, 2018Fuel News
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.
California Gov. Jerry Brown Set to Fight Repeal of New Gas Tax
Diesel Slides 2.8¢ to $3.216 a Gallon
The U.S. average retail price of diesel fuel fell 2.8 cents to $3.216 a gallon, the fourth week in a row of declines, according to the weekly report from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration.
June 25, 2018Tougher Regulations, Lack of Parking Present Challenges for Truck Drivers
The internet doesn’t carry goods, only more and more orders for them. Self-driving trucks are a long way off. In the meantime, somebody has to haul freight and make deliveries.
June 25, 2018Biofuel Trade Groups Express Concerns About Future of Renewable Fuel Standard Program
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed increasing the mandated volume of biomass-based diesel by 330 million gallons for 2020, from a static volume of 2.1 billion gallons in 2018 and 2019, to 2.43 billion gallons in 2020.
June 22, 2018Editorial: Hot Topics for Summer’s Swelter
A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would provide relief for truckers from some hours-of-service rules. With it, both houses of Congress are now circulating legislation that targets change to HOS regulations, adding to a flurry of trucking-related activity taking place on Capitol Hill.
June 21, 2018Coast Guard Delays Deployment of TWIC Card Readers at Some Chemical Facilities
In an apparent reaction to pressure from a number of associations representing chemical, petroleum, manufacturing and business trade groups, the U.S. Coast Guard on June 21 announced plans to delay for three years a requirement that hundreds of bulk cargo facilities deploy Transportation Worker Identification Credential biometric card readers by Aug. 23.
June 21, 2018Volvo Pushes Forward With Electric Trucks
GOTHENBURG, Sweden — Volvo Trucks executives said they are convinced that electric vehicles will play an increasingly important role in the future of commercial transportation and outlined their first steps toward making that vision a reality.
June 21, 2018Daimler Lowers Earnings Expectations Amid Increased Chinese Tariffs
Daimler AG lowered estimates of its earning potential for 2018 as its car unit feels the effect of higher tariffs.
June 21, 2018MBUF Pilot Program Leaders Share Lessons Learned
WASHINGTON — Public outreach efforts can dispel misconceptions about miles-based user fee (MBUF) programs, according to Mike Warren, principal consultant at WSP USA.
June 20, 2018Rep. Earl Blumenauer Pitches User Charge to Spur Infrastructure Funding
WASHINGTON — Road user charges, manifested in the form of a miles-based user fee (MBUF), are the best alternative for sustainable infrastructure funding, according to Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.).
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