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.
$4 a Gallon in Range as Diesel Climbs 6.6¢ to $3.846
The national average price for diesel maintained its upward trajectory, climbing 6.6 cents to $3.846 gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Jan. 31.
Exxon Restructures Divisions, Packs Up for Houston
NEW YORK — Exxon Mobil is restructuring its business into three divisions and moving its headquarters 250 miles south from Irving, Texas, to its campus north of Houston.
January 31, 2022Earthstone to Buy Permian Oil Producer Bighorn for $860 Million
Earthstone Energy Inc. agreed to buy closely held oil and gas producer Bighorn Permian Resources for $860 million.
Chevron Profit Falls Short of Forecasts Despite Oil’s Rally
Chevron Corp. posted disappointing profits after slumping values for some long-held fields hurt the oil giant’s ability to take full advantage of surging energy prices.
Five Questions With Kerry Stritt, VP of Fleet Services for Southeastern Freight Lines
A professional answers our questions about challenge and innovations in his department.
January 28, 2022Trailer GHG Ruling Muted by California Rules, Industry's Direction
A D.C. court of appeals ruling exempts trailers from federal greenhouse gas and fuel-efficiency rules, but California mandates will create the same technology standards for many fleets, while others are adopting the technology because of the economic case for it.
Renault, Nissan to Invest $26 Billion in Future EVs
The French-Japanese auto alliance of Renault and Nissan plans to invest $26 billion in electric vehicle technology over the next five years, the companies said Jan. 27.
The Diesel Market Looks at Risk of Price Spikes
A slump in global diesel stockpiles has left the market vulnerable to price spikes.
Tesla Delays Semi and Cybertruck on Supply Woes
Tesla Inc. pushed back introductions of new models to next year, wagering the best way to continue expanding sales in the face of supply chain challenges will be to further leverage a narrow lineup of big sellers.
January 26, 2022Ford Program to Give California Winegrowers Electric Pickups
SEBASTOPOL, Calif. — Ford Motor Co. on Jan. 26 announced the launch of a pilot program that will equip winegrowers in Northern California with electric pickup trucks, cargo vans and software services in a bid to boost EV and technology adoption among farmers and other commercial customers.