Fuel
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.
Gas Prices Below $3 a Gallon in Time for Thanksgiving
U.S. average gasoline prices are set to fall below $3 a gallon, just in time for Thanksgiving, when holiday travel is expected to climb back to pre-pandemic levels.
Biden to Stand Fast on LNG-Permit Halt, Energy Chief Signals
The Biden administration won’t decide on any natural gas-export permits before the presidential term ends in late January, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm signaled.
Tesla, Rivian Drop on Report Trump Wants to End EV Credit
U.S. auto stocks and Asian battery makers fell after Reuters reported President-elect Donald Trump plans to eliminate a key consumer tax credit aimed at boosting electric-vehicle adoption.
Truck Maker Nikola Trims 135 Staff in Cost-Cutting Move
Truck maker Nikola recently reduced staffing levels as it seeks to control costs.
CARB Rules Seen as Hindrance to Obtaining New Diesel Vehicles
Zero-emission vehicle sales in California over the past two years have been better than anticipated, but the transition to EVs has left some dealers challenged to obtain new diesel trucks.
Five States Seek CARB Delays When Regs Take Effect in 2025
Truckers and legislators in half of the 10 states that automatically adopted California’s Advanced Clean Trucks regulation are trying to put the brakes on before the 2025 rules take effect.
Global Oil Market Faces a Million-Barrel Glut Next Year
Global oil markets face a surplus of more than 1 million barrels a day next year as Chinese demand continues to falter, the International Energy Agency said.
Exxon Plans to Cut Almost 400 Pioneer Jobs in Texas by 2026
Exxon Mobil Corp. plans to lay off 397 employees from Pioneer Natural Resources Co. after purchasing the Permian Basin operator for $63 billion earlier this year.
Trump’s EPA Pick Draws Praise, Pushback Over Climate Policy
During his nearly 10-year tenure on Capitol Hill, Lee Zeldin pushed back on the progressive policy proposal known as the Green New Deal.
Westport Q3 Loss Narrows as Cespira JV Ramps Up
Westport Fuel Systems’ loss narrowed in the third quarter, due in part to the company’s decision to recognize its heavy-duty truck operations as an equity investment on its financial ledger.