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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.

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Ethanol Industry Nears Win for Year-Round E15 Access

Ethanol makers and corn growers have fought for more than a decade to expand access to E15 amid fierce opposition from oil refining states. That opposition has eased some with the rise of EVs.

December 18, 2024
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Fleets’ Fuel Efficiency Rose in 2023, 2022: NACFE Study

Based on data from some of the North American freight industry’s largest carriers, fleet-wide fuel efficiency averaged 7.77 mpg in 2023, compared with 7.62 mpg in 2022.

December 18, 2024
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Nissan and Honda Consider Merger to Take on Toyota

Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. are exploring a potential merger, according to people familiar with the matter, which would create a singular rival to Toyota Motor Corp.

December 18, 2024
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Energy Chief Granholm Warns Against 'Unfettered' LNG Exports

WASHINGTON — The United States should proceed cautiously as officials consider new natural gas export terminals, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said Dec. 17.

December 17, 2024
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Trump to Take Reins as Biden Rushes Infrastructure Projects

WASHINGTON — While Republicans capped 2024 with a presidential victory, the Biden administration has been rushing to advance as many infrastructure and microchip projects as it can.

December 17, 2024
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Trump Plans Immediate Energy Push After Inauguration

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is poised to order changes meant to encourage domestic oil and gas development immediately after his Jan. 20 inauguration.

December 17, 2024
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Lion Electric Wins Court Protection From Creditors

After winning breathing room with its bankers to look for additional funding earlier in December, Lion said it failed to raise any cash and was now in default on debt repayments.

December 17, 2024
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Diesel Price Gains 3.6¢ to $3.494 After Last Week’s Decline

U.S. diesel prices rose modestly by 3.6 cents to an average of $3.494 per gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Dec. 16.

December 16, 2024
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Biden’s LNG Study to Stop Short of Halting New Exports

A study of liquefied natural gas exports by the Biden administration is expected to stop short of saying the approval of more shipments isn’t in the public interest, according to sources.

December 16, 2024
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Venture Global Launches LNG Production at Louisiana Plant

The start of output at Plaquemines, the company’s second facility, comes as the LNG producer plans to file for an initial public offering.

December 16, 2024