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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, Fuel

Oil Resumes Decline as US Stockpile Surge Worsens Global Glut

Oil resumed its decline after U.S. industry data showed crude stockpiles increased, exacerbating a global glut.

January 27, 2016
Business, Fuel

National Diesel Average Falls to $2.071, Down 4.1¢

The U.S. retail diesel average fell for the 11th consecutive week, dropping 4.1 cents a gallon to $2.071, while in two regions of the country average prices dropped below $2 a gallon, the Department of Energy reported Jan. 25. 

January 26, 2016
Business, Fuel

Lower Fuel Prices Have Broad Impact

When your trucks average 8 miles per gallon, lower gasoline prices at the pump can be a welcome addition to the bottom line.

January 25, 2016
Business, Fuel

Diesel Falls 6.5¢ to $2.112 for Tenth-Straight Decline

The U.S. average retail diesel price fell for the 10th consecutive week, dropping 6.5 cents a gallon to $2.112, the Department of Energy reported.

January 25, 2016
Business, Fuel

Diesel Prices Fall 6.5¢ to $2.112

The U.S. average retail diesel price fell for the 10th consecutive week, down 6.5 cents a gallon to $2.112, leaving it at the lowest price since March 23, 2009, the Department of Energy reported Jan. 19.

January 19, 2016
Business, Fuel

Global Oil Market Could 'Drown in Oversupply'

Global oil markets could “drown in oversupply,†sending prices even lower as demand growth slows and Iran revives exports with the end of sanctions, according to the International Energy Agency.

January 19, 2016
Business, Fuel

Diesel Drops 3.4¢ to $2.177; Price Nears Seven-Year Low

A continuing slide in the U.S. retail diesel average brought the fuel to its lowest price in nearly seven years, the Department of Energy reported Jan. 11.

January 18, 2016
Fuel, Government

Wholesale Prices in US Decrease, Led by Plunging Fuel Costs

Wholesale prices in the United States declined in December from the prior month, showing inflation remains well-contained as Federal Reserve officials weigh further increases in the benchmark interest rate.

January 15, 2016
Fuel, Business

Veeder-Root, ABF Freight Sign Deal to Manage Fuel Costs

Veeder-Root, a supplier of fuel management software and hardware, announced a multiyear contract with less-than-truckload carrier ABF Freight, a subsidiary of ArcBest Corp., for bulk fuel-management services.

January 14, 2016
Business, Fuel

Brent Crude Oil Dips Below $30 a Barrel for First Time Since 2004

Brent oil dropped below $30 a barrel for the first time since April 2004 on speculation Iranian shipments will soon climb.

January 14, 2016