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.
Leaf Spring Vs. Air Ride: Opinions Differ on Suspensions
Maryland-based Ramar Moving Systems hauls specialty items such as art, satellites and, once, a moon buggy.
Oil Market Stabilizing, International Energy Agency Says
Oil prices have stabilized on the back of steady demand, the International Energy Agency said in its monthly outlook released April 14.
Energy Department Trims US Oil Production Forecast
U.S. crude oil production is expected to fall more this year and in 2017 than had been expected, and that should lead to a slow rise in crude oil and retail diesel and gasoline prices, the Department of Energy said in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook released April 12.
Drivers to Fill Up on Cheapest Summer Gasoline in 12 Years
Americans driving on their summer vacations will enjoy the cheapest gasoline in 12 years as prices stall just above $2 a gallon.
Diesel Average Rises 1.3¢ to $2.128
The U.S. average retail diesel price rose by about a penny, as it continued the small fluctuations that have lifted it by 0.7 cent over the past three weeks.
April 12, 2016CleanFUEL USA Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Autogas technology provider CleanFUEL USA said April 5 it filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Texas as it seeks the restructure of its debts.
April 11, 2016Oil Trades Near Four-Month High as US Declines, Iraq Ramps Up
Oil traded near a four-month high in London, swinging between gains and losses as Iraq said it raised output to a record in March while U.S. production fell.
GE's Oil Business Seen Finding `Missing Piece' With Baker Hughes
General Electric Co. could become one of the top players in the oil services and equipment industry if it decides to bid for Baker Hughes Inc.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Signs GHG Bill
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan signed a bill April 5 that aims to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions by 40% by 2030 compared with the state’s GHG output in 2006.
Diesel Declines for First Time Since February
The U.S. average retail diesel price declined for the first time since late February, the Department of Energy said April 4.
April 4, 2016