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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, Fuel, Autonomous

EV Battery Maker SES Agrees to Go Public Via Ivanhoe SPAC

Battery maker SES Holdings Pte has agreed to go public by merging with Ivanhoe Capital Acquisition Corp. in a deal that will value the combined company at about $3.6 billion.

Crystal Tse | Bloomberg News
July 13, 2021
Fuel

Average Price of Diesel Nudges Up to $3.338 a Gallon

The national average price for a gallon of diesel rose seven-tenths of a cent to $3.338 a gallon, the Energy Information Administration reported July 12.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
July 12, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

PFG, Dana Both Advance Sustainability Measures

A leading private carrier and a tier one supplier recently each announced additional sustainability goals.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
July 12, 2021
Business, Fuel

Neste Renewable Diesel First to Gain Industry Certification

Helsinki-based Neste Corp. announced its renewable diesel brand, Neste MY Renewable Diesel, is the first to receive the industry’s Top Tier Diesel Fuel certification for its quality and performance.

July 12, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

EU Plans Phaseout of Combustion Engine Era

The European Union is set to propose a switch to zero-emission vehicles and boost its renewable energy target in an unprecedented push to align its economy with more ambitious climate targets.

July 9, 2021
Business, Technology, Fuel

Stellantis Says 98% of Models to Be Electric or Hybrid by 2025

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares said that by 2025, 98% of its models in Europe and North America will have fully electric or plug-in gas-electric hybrid versions.

Tom Krisher | Associated Press
July 9, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Virginia DOT Rolls Out EV Charging Location Information

The Virginia Department of Transportation on July 7 introduced a new feature to help drivers locate electric vehicle charging stations.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
July 8, 2021
Government, Business, Safety, Fuel

PHMSA Seeks Ideas to Improve Safe Hazmat Transportation

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is seeking ideas for leading-edge research and innovative techniques to advance the safe transportation of hazardous materials.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
July 8, 2021
Government, Business, Fuel

US Projects Modest Oil Output Increase in 2021 Despite High Prices

The U.S. sees limited domestic oil production growth through next year despite rising oil prices and rebounding demand.

Sheela Tobben | Bloomberg News
July 7, 2021
Business, Technology, Fuel

Stellantis Nears Deal to Build Major EV Battery Plant in Italy

Stellantis NV is leaning toward building its third European battery plant in Italy after Chairman John Elkann met with government officials in Rome earlier this week, according to people familiar with the discussion.

July 7, 2021