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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, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Cummins Posts Q3 Income, Revenue Gains

Cummins Inc. reported strong medium- and heavy-duty engine sales amid global growth, despite moderating demand in China, led to increased net income and revenue in the fiscal third quarter.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
November 2, 2021
Business, Fuel

Marathon Petroleum Weighs the Sale of Alaska Refinery

Marathon Petroleum Corp. is weighing a sale of its Kenai refinery in Alaska as the U.S.’ largest independent crude processor seeks to further streamline operations.

November 2, 2021
Business, Fuel

BP Says Oil Demand Is Back Above 100 Million Barrels a Day

As world leaders discuss the fight against climate change, global oil demand has bounced back above the key level of 100 million barrels a day last seen before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to BP Plc.

Javier Blas and Laura Hurst | Bloomberg News
November 2, 2021
Government, Fuel

Diesel Nudges Up 1.4¢ to $3.727 a Gallon

The national average price for diesel rose 1.4 cents to $3.727 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Nov. 1.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
November 1, 2021
Business, Fuel

Fleet Sustainability: Using Biodiesel to Drive Success

The growth of the sustainability movement is changing the fleet industry. Read this white paper to learn how biodiesel is helping fleets lower their emissions while providing the performance and ROI they need.

November 1, 2021
Business, Fuel

Refiners Are Less Pressed to Shut Down Plants as Fuel Demand Rebounds

After several years of plant closures and conversions to make renewable fuel, the pressure on American refiners to shut down excess capacity is easing as gasoline demand nears pre-pandemic levels and supplies dwindle.

Barbara Powell | Bloomberg News
November 1, 2021
Government, Business, Fuel

EV Plan Runs Afoul of USMCA, Canada Parts Chief Warns

President Joe Biden’s proposed incentives for U.S. electric-car buyers could be challenged under the North American trade pact, a Canadian auto industry leader warned.

Stephen Wicary | Bloomberg News
October 29, 2021
Business, Fuel

Profitable Exxon, Chevron Emerge as Global Economy Rebounds

ExxonMobil reversed the losses it suffered last year during the pandemic with a $6.75 billion third-quarter profit as demand pushes the price for a barrel of crude past $80 for the first time in years.

Michelle Chapman | Associated Press
October 29, 2021
Government, Business, Fuel

Exxon CEO Denies Spreading Climate Change Disinformation

ExxonMobil’s chief executive said Oct. 28 that his company “does not spread disinformation regarding climate change,” as he and other oil company chiefs countered congressional allegations the industry concealed evidence about the dangers of global warming.

Matthew Daly | Associated Press
October 28, 2021
Business, Fuel

Supply Chain Woes Threaten to Drive Up Clean-Power Costs

Bottlenecks in the global supply chain threaten to drive up renewable-power costs, reversing a decadelong trend that made wind and solar mainstream.

Naureen S. Malik | Bloomberg News
October 28, 2021