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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.

Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Westport Posts Slight Revenue Decline Amid Restructuring

The Vancouver, British Columbia-based fuel system component manufacturer posted net income of $5.8 million, or 33 cents per diluted share, for the three months ending June 30.

August 14, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel, Private

Darling Ingredients Surges on California Proposal

Darling Ingredients soared the most in eight years after California signaled it may limit the use of seed oils in green diesel, which would be a boon to companies that use rival feedstocks.

August 13, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Oil Surplus Looms if OPEC+ Hikes Supplies, IEA Data Shows

Global oil markets are poised to swing from a deficit to a surplus next quarter should OPEC+ proceed with plans to boost supplies, data from the International Energy Agency showed.

August 13, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Declines 5.1¢ to $3.704 a Gallon

The national average diesel price dropped 5.1 cents to $3.704 per gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Aug. 12.  

August 12, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Marathon Investor Sues to Block ConocoPhillips Acquisition

A Marathon Oil Corp. shareholder sued to block its proposed acquisition by ConocoPhillips, claiming the $17 billion deal “significantly undervalues” the target company.

August 12, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Oil Refiners in US Slow Down, Stoking Global Glut Worries

Some of the top U.S. oil refiners are throttling back operations at their facilities this quarter, adding to concerns that a global glut of crude is forming.

August 12, 2024
Business, Fuel

7-Eleven Targets 500 Locations for Diesel Network Expansion

7-Eleven announced a major expansion to its diesel refueling network Aug. 8, aiming to increase the number of locations available to professional drivers.

August 9, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Nikola Reports Q2 Shortfall but FCEV Sales Grow

Nikola Corp. reported a 103% revenue increase but wider losses in the second quarter as electric vehicle sales gained momentum, the company announced Aug. 9.

August 9, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics, Private

Pipeline Firms in Talks With Data Centers About Gas Supply

Energy Transfer and Williams Cos. are talking to data center operators about building pipelines directly to their facilities to fuel on-site power plants as the centers prepare for a boom in AI.

August 8, 2024
Business, Fuel

Occidental Raises Production on CrownRock Acquisition

Occidental Petroleum Corp. raised its production and capital spending plans for this year after closing its $10.8 billion acquisition of CrownRock LP earlier this month.

August 8, 2024