Fuel News

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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, Fuel, Logistics, TCA

Pennsylvania, Delaware Join Study of East Coast Road Usage Tax

Pennsylvania motorists will have an opportunity to participate in a study exploring the potential impact of a road usage tax on the East Coast.

August 11, 2017
Fuel

Natural Gas Sector Pushes Surge in Plastics Industry

When it comes to liquefied natural gas in particular, refiners have turned their attention to a broader use: plastic goods.

August 9, 2017
Business, Fuel

EIA Raises Both 2017, 2018 US Crude Production Forecasts

U.S. producers are seen pumping away, even with the price of West Texas Intermediate crude lingering below $50 a barrel, according to the latest government estimates.

August 8, 2017
Government, Fuel

Diesel Continues Upward Trend, Rises 5 Cents to $2.581

The U.S. average retail price of diesel jumped 5 cents to $2.581 in the sixth consecutive increase for trucking's main fuel.

August 7, 2017
Business, Fuel

Trillium CNG, Sheehy Mail Contractors Partner in Nebraska

Sheehy Mail Contractors Inc. has partnered with Trillium CNG after adding to its natural gas-vehicle fleet.

August 7, 2017
Business, Fuel

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. Adds Natural Gas Fleets

Clean Energy Fuels Corp., a provider of natural gas fuel for transportation in North America, added three large fleets serving as United States Postal Service carriers.

August 7, 2017
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, TCA

Minnesota Biodiesel Standards to Double in 2018, Displeasing Trucking Industry

The state’s standard for the biodiesel blend will double to 20% at gas pumps next May, a decision that displeased trucking industry advocates.

August 4, 2017
Government, Fuel

Biodiesel Producers Slam EPA at Hearing on Renewable Fuel Standard

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said it wanted to hear what the public thought of its 2018 proposed renewable fuel standard volume minimums, but many of those who came here to comment seemed unhappy with the agency’s plans.

August 1, 2017
Government, Fuel

Diesel Jumps 2.4¢ to $2.531 a Gallon in Fifth Consecutive Increase

The U.S. average retail price of diesel climbed 2.4 cents to $2.531 as the cost of crude broke past $50 a barrel.

July 31, 2017
Business, Fuel

Pilot Flying J Taps Transflo’s Cloud-Based Mobile Platform to Deliver Fuel

Pegasus TransTech announced that Pilot Flying J has implemented the Transflo cloud-based mobile document imaging solution.

July 31, 2017