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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.

Government, Business, Fuel

Trump to EU: Buy More US Gas or Prepare for Tariffs

Trump said on Truth Social that if the European Union does not up its imports, "it is TARIFFS all the way!!!" The U.S. goods and services trade deficit with the EU was $131.3 billion in 2022.

Stephen Stapczynski | Bloomberg News
December 20, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Biden’s Climate Goal Seeks 60% Emissions Cut by 2035

Biden said the new goal keeps the U.S. on track to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions economy-wide by 2050. It calls for reducing net emissions by 61% to 66% below 2005 levels in 2035.

Matthew Daly | Associated Press
December 19, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Rivian Quietly Paves Way for UAW Workforce Once Profitable

Under Rivian and the UAW’s confidential pact, the automaker would adopt a neutral stance toward efforts to organize workers at its Illinois factory where its vehicles are made.

Josh Eidelson | Bloomberg News
December 19, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel

Volkswagen Purchases Stake in Lithium Firm for $48 Million

Volkswagen Group will spend C$69 million ($48.1 million) on a 9.9% stake in lithium miner Patriot Battery Metals to secure raw materials for electric vehicles.

Jacob Lorinc | Bloomberg News
December 18, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

China's CATL Plans Expansion of Battery Swapping for EVs

XIAMEN, China — The world’s largest maker of batteries for electric vehicles said Dec. 18 it will get into battery swapping in China in a big way starting next year.

Ken Moritsugu and Ng Han Guan | Associated Press
December 18, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Ethanol Industry Nears Win for Year-Round E15 Access

Ethanol makers and corn growers have fought for more than a decade to expand access to E15 amid fierce opposition from oil refining states. That opposition has eased some with the rise of EVs.

Kim Chipman | Bloomberg News
December 18, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel

Fleets’ Fuel Efficiency Rose in 2023, 2022: NACFE Study

Based on data from some of the North American freight industry’s largest carriers, fleet-wide fuel efficiency averaged 7.77 mpg in 2023, compared with 7.62 mpg in 2022.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
December 18, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel

Nissan and Honda Consider Merger to Take on Toyota

Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. are exploring a potential merger, according to people familiar with the matter, which would create a singular rival to Toyota Motor Corp.

December 18, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Energy Chief Granholm Warns Against 'Unfettered' LNG Exports

WASHINGTON — The United States should proceed cautiously as officials consider new natural gas export terminals, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said Dec. 17.

Matthew Daly | Associated Press
December 17, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel

Trump to Take Reins as Biden Rushes Infrastructure Projects

WASHINGTON — While Republicans capped 2024 with a presidential victory, the Biden administration has been rushing to advance as many infrastructure and microchip projects as it can.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
December 17, 2024