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.
Oil Slips But Remains Over $90 a Barrel
Oil slipped in early trading Monday after its biggest monthly gain in two years, falling to near $92 a barrel, Bloomberg reported.
October 31, 2011Ryder, Mich. Firm Partner on NG Project To Convert 16 Trucks, Build Fuel Stations
Ryder System said that UBCR LLC has selected it as a partner in a Michigan natural gas project that will put 16 more heavy-duty natural gas trucks on the road.
October 31, 2011Diesel Price Gains 2.4¢ to $3.825 in Second Straight Increase
The average price of retail diesel in the United States rose 2.4 cents a gallon to $3.825 last week, the second straight increase after five weekly declines, the Department of Energy reported.
October 31, 2011Oil Companies’ Profits Rise on Higher Crude Prices
Several major oil companies cited higher crude prices in reporting higher third-quarter profits.
October 28, 2011Diesel Gains 2.4¢ to $3.825 in Second Straight Increase
Diesel’s national average retail price rose for a second straight week, increasing 2.4 cents to $3.825 a gallon, while gasoline dipped after a one-week gain, the Department of Energy said.
October 25, 2011Gasoline Rises 5¢ in Two Weeks to $3.47, Lundberg Survey Says
Gasoline’s national average price climbed 5 cents in the past two weeks to an average $3.47 a gallon, according to the latest Lundberg Survey of filling stations released Sunday.
October 24, 2011Diesel Jumps 8¢ to $3.801; First Increase in Six Weeks
The U.S. average price for retail diesel surged 8 cents to $3.801 a gallon last week, the largest increase in more than six months, the Department of Energy reported.
October 24, 2011Diesel Fuel Jumps 8¢ to $3.801 a Gallon; Gasoline Price Gains 5.9¢ to $3.476
Diesel’s national average pump price jumped 8 cents to $3.801 a gallon, turning around five weeks of declines, while gasoline also increased, the Department of Energy said.
October 18, 2011C.R. England Adds LNG Trucks
Refrigerated carrier C.R. England Inc. said it was introducing its first trucks that run on liquefied natural gas, to be operated out of its Ontario, Calif., dedicated operation division.
October 17, 2011Keystone Pipeline Would Benefit U.S., ATA Official, Others Tell D.C. Forum
The proposed controversial Keystone XL pipeline from Canada to Oklahoma would supply a stable and secure source of energy for the United States and its trucking industry, and its construction should be approved, an American Trucking Associations official told the State Department this month.
October 17, 2011