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.
Diesel Dips 4.1¢ to $4.006
The average price of a gallon of retail diesel declined for a fourth week in a row, slipping 4.1 cents to $4.006 per gallon, the Department of Energy reported.
April 1, 2013EPA Proposes New Gasoline Rule
The Environmental Protection Agency Friday unveiled a proposal for a new regulation aimed at reducing the content of sulfur and other smog-forming compounds in gasoline.
March 29, 2013Japanese Exchange to Trade LNG Futures Within Two Years
Japan, the world’s largest buyer of liquefied natural gas, plans to list the world’s first futures contract for LNG within two years, Bloomberg News reported Friday.
March 29, 2013Volvo, Mack Set Partnership With Shell to Boost LNG Use in Heavy Trucks
Volvo Trucks and sister company Mack Trucks announced agreements Wednesday with Shell Oil Co. to support expanded use of liquefied natural gas in heavy-duty trucks.
March 27, 2013Diesel Falls 4.1¢ to $4.006 a Gallon
Diesel fell for a fourth consecutive week, matching its 4.1-cent decline of a week ago in falling to $4.006 a gallon, while gasoline dipped, the Department of Energy reported.
March 26, 2013Oil Rises to 5-Week High, Topping $95 a Barrel
Oil rose almost $1 early Tuesday to a five-week high of more than $95 a barrel, Bloomberg News reported.
March 26, 2013Chevron Says New Delo Oil Boosts Fuel Economy
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Chevron Corp. said here that its latest synthetic motor oil can improve fuel economy up to 1% for Class 8 trucks.
March 25, 2013TravelCenters of America Installs 1,000th DEF Dispenser
TravelCenters of America said it has completed the installation of its 1,000th bulk on-island diesel exhaust fluid dispenser.
March 25, 2013Fuel Slips for Third Week
Retail fuel prices declined for a third consecutive week as the national average for diesel dipped 4.1 cents to $4.047 a gallon, while gasoline slipped 1.4 cents, according to the Department of Energy.
March 25, 2013Oil Use Falls to Lowest Level in 20 Years on High Prices
The American Petroleum Institute reported demand for oil in February fell to the lowest level for the month in 20 years, according to Bloomberg News.
March 22, 2013