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.
Nevada Lands Renewable Diesel Production, Distribution Hub
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo approved $11.7 million in tax abatements for Edgewood Renewables to help it create a biofuel refinery hub that would produce renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel.
FHWA Releases Grants for Electric Truck Chargers
While federal officials were touting the latest round of electric charging infrastructure grants for cars in rural and other communities nationwide, there also was modest good news for trucking.
Texas Oil Regulators Ask State to Sue EPA Over Methane Rule
Texas regulators on Jan. 30 formally asked the state’s attorney general to challenge the Biden administration’s rule that seeks to lower emissions from the oil and gas sector.
Diesel Price Increase of 2.9¢ Lifts National Average to $3.867
The diesel price pendulum has swung forward this week with a 2.9-cent national average increase, according to data released Jan. 29 by the Energy Information Administration.
Fortescue Says Europe Can’t Compete as a Green Hydrogen Hub
High power costs will make most of Europe and Japan unattractive as hubs of green hydrogen production, according to the man leading Fortescue's drive to become a global supplier of the fuel.
Truck Makers Launch Zero-Emission Infrastructure Coalition
A coalition of truck manufacturers is launching a joint initiative to work with stakeholders to accelerate construction of charging infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty ZEVs.
GM, Honda Hydrogen Fuel Cell JV Begins Commercial Production
A joint venture between General Motors and Honda began commercial production Jan. 25 of hydrogen fuel cells in Brownstown, Mich., aimed at the commercial vehicle market.
Love’s Travel Stops Previews Expansion Plans for 2024
Love’s Travel Stops is rolling out a planned $1 billion expansion of its truck stop network this year with new and remodeled stores that expand the offerings available to truck drivers.
Europe’s Diesel Supply Chain Threatened by High Freight Costs
A surge in shipping costs due to turmoil in the Red Sea is pressuring Europe’s diesel supply chain, contributing to a sharp jump in fuel prices.
Biden Freezes Approvals of New Licenses for LNG Exporters
The Biden administration on Jan. 26 halted the approval of new licenses to export U.S. liquefied natural gas — a moratorium likely to disrupt plans for billions of dollars in projects.
January 26, 2024