Fuel

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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, Technology, Fuel

TravelCenters of America Prospers in Q3

TravelCenters of America Inc. reported net income and revenue rose in the third quarter as it delivered slightly more diesel and less gasoline, and achieved a 24.9% increase in fuel gross margin.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
November 2, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, TCA

Congress Looks to States for Highway Trust Fund Revenue Solution

As electric vehicles appear more and more to be the future of transportation in America, the decades-old method of funding the nation’s roads and bridges with gasoline taxes will soon be a relic of its past.

Valerie Yurk | CQ-Roll Call
November 1, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

EVs Become a Debate Topic Ahead of Midterm Elections

Heading into November’s midterm elections, many Republican candidates are seeking to capitalize on voters’ concerns about inflation by targeting a key component of President Joe Biden’s climate agenda: electric vehicles.

Matthew Daly and Hope Yen | Associated Press
October 31, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

Diesel Premium Over Gasoline at Its Highest Since 2005

The U.S. and Europe are struggling to make enough diesel to heat homes, a situation that looks set to become even more acute as winter approaches.

Rachel Graham | Bloomberg News
October 31, 2022
Government, Business, Equipment, Safety, Fuel, Logistics, Perspective

Perspective: Prioritizing Our People

New ATA Chairman Dan Van Alstine writes, "As incoming chairman of American Trucking Associations, I am honored for the opportunity to represent so many incredible individuals who form this amazing industry."

Dan Van Alstine | Chairman, American Trucking Associations
October 31, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

Gasoline Prices Are Rising Again as Big Oil Profits Soar

U.S. gasoline prices are on the rise for the first time in 16 days, potentially posing a political challenge for the Biden administration ahead of elections even as it casts a spotlight on Big Oil’s massive profits.

Chunzi Xu | Bloomberg News
October 28, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

South Dakota Issues HOS Executive Order for Fuel Delivery

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem issued an emergency hours-of-service waiver for fuel deliveries to better prepare for harvest season and colder weather amid low diesel and gas supplies.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
October 28, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Truckers Express Concern as California Lawmakers Seek to Phase Out Diesel Big Rigs

From truckers to railroaders, commenters testifying at an Oct. 27 public hearing and in writing expressed concerns ranging from the cost of new electric trucks to the adequacy of charging infrastructure when California’s proposed Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation takes effect beginning in 2024.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
October 28, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Allison Q3 Results Improve on Broad Gains

Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. reported higher third-quarter net income and revenue as five of six of its end markets climbed.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
October 28, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Takes Control of Twitter

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has taken control of Twitter and ousted the CEO, chief financial officer and the company’s top lawyer, two people familiar with the deal said Oct. 27.

October 28, 2022