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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, Autonomous

Nikola Misses Estimates, Details Additional SEC Inquiry

Nikola Corp. posted a narrower-than-expected loss for its latest quarter as the troubled electric-vehicle startup ramped up testing of its debut battery-electric Class 8 trucks and said securities regulators investigating the company issued an additional subpoena in March.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
May 7, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics

Biden Pushes for His Infrastructure Plan in GOP Stronghold

With a badly aging bridge as his backdrop, President Joe Biden stood in reliably Republican Louisiana on May 6 to pressure GOP lawmakers to support his $2.25 trillion infrastructure plan — and yet express a willingness to compromise on the corporate tax hikes he’s recommending to pay the cost.

Josh Boak and Jonathan Lemire | Associated Press
May 6, 2021
Government, Business, Fuel

US LNG Players Tout Carbon Capture in Bid to Boost Green Image

U.S. LNG developers seeking to burnish their green credentials and boost their competitiveness on a crowded global stage are touting a costly and largely untested technology: carbon capture.

Sergio Chapa | Houston Chronicle
May 6, 2021
Government, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

House Democrats Support Electric Vehicle Policies, Rep. Pallone Says

House Democrats are aiming to advance legislation pertaining to electric vehicles as the White House and congressional leaders debate infrastructure policy measures this year.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
May 6, 2021
Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics, Top 100

XPO Begins Testing Electric Trucks

XPO Logistics is testing a Freightliner eCascadia in Oakland, Calif., the first step in what it expects is a lengthy transition from diesel-powered heavy-duty trucks.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
May 5, 2021
Government, Business, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics, TCA

Bill Would Create National EV Charging Network in Five Years

WASHINGTON — Rep. Andy Levin (D-Mich.) is reintroducing the EV Freedom Act, which seeks to build a nationwide electric vehicle charging network within five years.

Riley Beggin | The Detroit News
May 5, 2021
Government, Fuel

ATA Commends Caucus’ User Fee Funding Approach

A U.S. House caucus’ legislative funding strategy that considers an increase to fuel taxes for infrastructure systems garnered praise from the country’s premier trucking association.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
May 5, 2021
Business, Fuel

TravelCenters Reduces Net Loss in Q1; Revenue Rises

TravelCenters of America Inc. reduced its net loss and increased revenue in the first quarter compared with a year earlier.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
May 4, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Matthias Jurytko to Head Daimler Truck AG-Volvo Fuel Cell Venture

Daimler Truck AG and Volvo appointed Matthias Jurytko as CEO of cellcentric, their new fuel cell development 50-50 joint venture. He is scheduled to assume the post June 1.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
May 4, 2021
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Resumes Rise, Increases 1.8¢ to $3.142 a Gallon

The national average price for diesel rose 1.8 cents to $3.142 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released May 3.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
May 3, 2021