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.
Four Former Pilot Executives Set for Trial Oct. 31
More than four years after an FBI raid on the headquarters of Pilot Flying J, the exhaustive investigation into a diesel fuel rebate fraud could be nearing its end come Oct. 31.
More States Explore Truck-Platooning Technology and Regulations
It could be years before drivers on U.S. highways catch a glimpse of a tractor-trailer rig cruising down the highway with another truck trailing a perilous 20 or 30 feet behind.
Paccar Introduces Automated Transmissions
MOUNT VERNON, Wash. — Paccar has introduced a line of proprietary automated transmissions that the company says completes its integrated powertrain offerings.
Maersk Stands to Get Another $7.5 Billion for Energy Divestments
Now that its oil and gas unit has been sold, A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S is planning separate divestments for the three remaining bits of what used to be a combined energy division, with estimates valuing those businesses at $7.5 billion in total.
August 21, 2017NACFE Announces Variety of Routes, Trucks, Components Set for Run On Less
Run on Less, a first-of-its kind roadshow to demonstrate how trucks use technology to achieve fuel efficiency, is set to begin.
Diesel Slips 0.2¢ to $2.596 a Gallon
The U.S. average retail price of diesel dipped 0.2 cent to $2.596 as crude oil prices were flat from the week before and failed to clear $48 a barrel amid forecasts U.S. shale oil production will set a record in September, experts said.
Some Gas With That Sandwich? Convenience Dominates Fuel Market
Motorists who once scoured American roadways for Exxon’s tiger or Texaco’s star now search for Buc-ee’s beaver or Wawa’s Canada goose. And millennials value the quality of food in their gas stations just as much as the price at the pump.
August 18, 2017Ban on Toxic Acid May Test Californians’ Thirst for Cheap Fuel
Californians are used to paying more for gasoline, but that may be tested soon if a pair of Los Angeles-area refineries are forced to stop their use of a toxic chemical
DHL, Ford Unveil Jointly Made Electric Delivery Van
Deutsche Post DHL Group and automaker Ford have unveiled a jointly manufactured electric delivery van amid growing demand for emission-free utility vehicles.
August 16, 2017How Elon Musk and Cheap Oil Doomed the Push for Natural Gas Vehicles
The idea was nothing short of revolutionary: Convert the nation’s millions of trucks, buses and other commercial vehicles to run on natural gas instead of gasoline and diesel.