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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.

Fuel, Business, Technology

Magtec to Offer Software Integration With Telematics Providers

Magtec Products Inc. announced that it has formed a new venture to integrate its anti-theft and driver-management software with major global telematics providers.

October 8, 2015
Business, Fuel

National Diesel Average Rises 1.6¢ to $2.492 a Gallon

The average price of diesel fuel in the United States rose 1.6 cents a gallon to $2.492, the Department of Energy reported Oct. 5.

October 5, 2015
Fuel, Business, Technology

MiX Telematics Wins Fleet-Management Contract with Halliburton

MiX Telematics said it has entered into a multiyear agreement with Halliburton Co. to provide fleet management, safety and compliance services for the Houston-based energy service firm’s fleet of more than 15,000 vehicles.

October 5, 2015
Business, Government, Safety, Fuel

ATRI Says Total Fleet Costs Rise; Wages, Equipment Up, Fuel Dips

Motor carrier operating costs rose 1.6% to $1.703 per mile last year, as higher costs for new equipment, driver wages and maintenance wiped out savings from lower fuel prices, the American Transportation Research Institute reported.

October 5, 2015
Government, Fuel

Petition Asks for EPA to Test Cars Like Heavy-Duty Trucks

An environmental group is seeking to have every model of car and light trucks sold in the United States undergo on-the-road emissions tests, adding to calls for more aggressive efforts after revelations that Volkswagen AG rigged its vehicles to fool laboratory-based screening.

October 1, 2015
Business, Fuel

Oil Caps Weakest Quarter Since 2009 as Global Glut Seen Growing

Oil slipped, capping the lowest quarterly average price since the start of 2009 as U.S. crude inventories climbed.

October 1, 2015
Business, Fuel

National Diesel Average Drops 1.7¢ to $2.476 a Gallon

The average price of diesel fuel in the United States declined 1.7 cents a gallon to $2.476, the Department of Energy reported Sept. 28.

September 28, 2015
Business, Government, Safety, Fuel, Autonomous

TT Archives: EPA Fines Engine Makers

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Volkswagen cheated on air-pollution rules for its diesel cars with a defeat device, reminiscent of 1998 when heavy-duty truck manufacturers were doing the same thing.

September 28, 2015
Business, Government, Safety, Technology, Fuel, Autonomous

EPA Official Says GHG Final Rule on Track to Be Published During 2nd Quarter of 2016

ORLANDO, Fla. — An Environmental Protection Agency official said the federal government remains on track to issue a final rule during the second quarter of 2016 that will further tighten the trucking industry’s greenhouse-gas emissions.

September 28, 2015
Business, Fuel, Government

Diesel Price Declines 2.4¢ to $2.493, Lowest Level in More Than Six Years

The average price of diesel fuel in the United States fell 2.4 cents a gallon to $2.493, the lowest level since June 2009, according to the Department of Energy.

September 28, 2015