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.
Clean Diesel Trucks More Prominent in Nation’s Fleet, Study Shows
More clean diesel trucks are a part of the nation’s fleet, subsequently yielding lower emissions and greater fuel savings, new research shows.
Diesel Rises 1.6¢ to $2.507; Crude Inches Up to $47
The U.S. average retail price of diesel rose 1.6 cents to $2.507 as crude prices inched up toward $47 a barrel after Saudi Arabia said it would make additional cuts in its own production.
Engine Maker Cummins Endorses Fuel Additives Amid Tighter Emissions Regulations
Cummins Inc. recently endorsed two fuel additives, marking the first time the diesel engine maker has taken such a step.
Kenworth Mixer, Dump Truck Demonstration
A T880S mixer fueled by compressed natural gas and a T880 dump truck take to the course at Dirtfish in Snoqualmie, Wash., during Kenworth Truck Co.'s ride and drive of vocational vehicles July 21, 2017.
July 21, 2017Oil Declines as OPEC’s Supply Is Seen at Highest Level This Year
Oil declined after tanker-tracker Petro-Logistics SA said OPEC’s supply in July will be the highest this year.
Diesel Rises 1¢ to $2.491; Gasoline Drops 1.9¢ to $2.278
The U.S. average diesel price rose 1 cent to $2.491, the Department of Energy said July 17.
July 20, 2017Americans Say They Back Higher Gas Tax to Fix Crumbling Roads
Congress hasn’t raised the federal gas tax since 1993 when Bill Clinton was president, but a narrow majority of Americans would support an increase to help fix crumbling roads and bridges in their own states.
EPA Proposes Lower Minimum Volume Requirement for Renewable Fuels in 2018
The EPA has proposed cutting back on the minimum required volume of renewable fuels produced in 2018 and putting the brakes on the minimum volume of biomass-based diesel produced in the United States in 2019.
Oil Steadies Amid Mixed Signals on US Crude Inventories
Oil was steady amid mixed signals on U.S. crude inventories, with industry data showing supplies increased last week while government statistics were expected to show a decline.
July 19, 2017Diesel Rises 1¢ to $2.491; U.S. Shale Produces 5.58 Million Barrels a Day
The U.S. average diesel price has risen a cent to $2.491, the Department of Energy said July 17. The fuel has increased 2.6 cents over three weeks.
July 17, 2017