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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, Fuel

Diesel Prices Fall 6.5¢ to $2.112

The U.S. average retail diesel price fell for the 10th consecutive week, down 6.5 cents a gallon to $2.112, leaving it at the lowest price since March 23, 2009, the Department of Energy reported Jan. 19.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
January 19, 2016
Business, Fuel

Global Oil Market Could 'Drown in Oversupply'

Global oil markets could “drown in oversupply,” sending prices even lower as demand growth slows and Iran revives exports with the end of sanctions, according to the International Energy Agency.

Grant Smith | Bloomberg News
January 19, 2016
Business, Fuel

Diesel Drops 3.4¢ to $2.177; Price Nears Seven-Year Low

A continuing slide in the U.S. retail diesel average brought the fuel to its lowest price in nearly seven years, the Department of Energy reported Jan. 11.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
January 18, 2016
Fuel, Government

Wholesale Prices in US Decrease, Led by Plunging Fuel Costs

Wholesale prices in the United States declined in December from the prior month, showing inflation remains well-contained as Federal Reserve officials weigh further increases in the benchmark interest rate.

Michelle Jamrisko | Bloomberg News
January 15, 2016
Fuel, Business

Veeder-Root, ABF Freight Sign Deal to Manage Fuel Costs

Veeder-Root, a supplier of fuel management software and hardware, announced a multiyear contract with less-than-truckload carrier ABF Freight, a subsidiary of ArcBest Corp., for bulk fuel-management services.

January 14, 2016
Business, Fuel

Brent Crude Oil Dips Below $30 a Barrel for First Time Since 2004

Brent oil dropped below $30 a barrel for the first time since April 2004 on speculation Iranian shipments will soon climb.

January 14, 2016
Business, Fuel

Electric Trucks Already in Service in California, but Obstacles to Widespread Use Remain

Those who think that electric trucks are a pie in the sky idea dreamed up by an environmentalist, meet Michael Simon.

David Elfin and Eric Miller | Staff Reporters
January 13, 2016
Business, Fuel

Oil Trades Near 12-Year Low as US Surplus Seen Worsening

Oil rose from the lowest close in more than 12 years in New York as volatility climbed amid speculation that prices have fallen too fast.

Grant Smith | Bloomberg News
January 12, 2016
Business, Fuel

Diesel Falls to $2.177, Down 3.4¢; Gasoline Below $2

The U.S. average retail diesel price fell for the ninth consecutive week, down 3.4 cents a gallon to $2.177, the Department of Energy reported Jan. 11.

January 11, 2016
Business, Fuel

Oil Seen Heading to $20 on Dollar Strength, Morgan Stanley Analysts Say

A rapid appreciation of the U.S. dollar may send Brent oil to as low as $20 a barrel, according to Morgan Stanley.

Ben Sharples | Bloomberg News
January 11, 2016