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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, Business, Technology, Fuel, TCA

Port of Bellingham to Install Electrical Plugs for Vessels

The Port of Bellingham received a $2.8 million grant from the state of Washington for the electrification of shore power at the shipping terminal.

August 30, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Biden Awards $62 Million to Help Speed Hydrogen Adoption

The Biden administration will award $62 million to accelerate development of the nation’s nascent hydrogen industry, seen as key for decarbonizing steel, cement and heavy transportation.

August 30, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel

Sustainable Transportation: A Comprehensive Overview

Explore sustainable transportation in freight and logistics: key practices, challenges and innovations driving eco-friendly supply chains and urban delivery.

August 30, 2024
Business, Fuel

Shell Set to Cut 20% of Jobs in Some Oil and Gas Divisions

Shell is set to cut around 20% of its workforce in some oil and gas exploration and development divisions as CEO Wael Sawan works to boost efficiency and profitability.

August 29, 2024
Business, Fuel

J.D. Power Cuts 2024 EV Sales Forecast in US by More Than 3%

As mainstream car buyers continue to shun electric vehicles, automotive researcher J.D. Power said Aug. 28 that battery-powered models will account for just 9% of sales in the U.S. this year.

August 28, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

CARB’s Biofuel Changes Raise Concern

American agriculture groups are decrying California’s planned 20% cap on U.S.-made canola- and soy-based biodiesel and renewable diesel that could tip the market toward foreign sources.

August 28, 2024
Business, Fuel

Exxon Seeks to Sell Conventional Permian Assets for $1B

Exxon Mobil Corp. is looking to sell a package of conventional oil assets in the Permian Basin as the company focuses on growing shale production.

August 27, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Drops 3.7¢ to $3.651 a Gallon

The national average diesel price decreased by 3.7 cents to settle at $3.651 per gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Aug. 26.

August 26, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

US Oil Dominance Hinges on Quiet Corner of New Mexico

Two New Mexico counties accounted for 17% of all onshore oil output in the contiguous U.S. last year.

August 26, 2024
Business, Fuel

Exxon Sees 2050 Oil Use at Current Level

Exxon Mobil forecasts global oil demand in 2050 will be the same — or slightly higher — than current levels, putting efforts to reach net-zero carbon emissions by midcentury well out of reach.

August 26, 2024