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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, 2021Refiners 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.