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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, Equipment, Fuel

Congressional Republicans Seek to Halt States' EPA Waivers

Legislation that would restrict the federal government from permitting states to limit sales of vehicles with internal combustion engines was recently introduced in the U.S. Senate.

March 18, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Port Neighbors Fear Pullback on Shift to EVs

People who live near ports fear that $3 billion earmarked from President Joe Biden's infrastructure law to boost electrification in order to reduce pollution will be canceled.

March 18, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

With Fuel Tax Revenue Down, States Seek Ways to Fund Roads

EVs can help reduce emissions in the transportation sector, the nation’s largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, but they also mean less gas tax revenue in government coffers.

March 18, 2025
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Down 3.3¢ in Third Straight Decline

The national average price for a gallon of diesel slipped 3.3 cents to $3.549 in a third straight decline, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released March 17.

March 17, 2025
Business, Fuel

Chevron Buys $2.3B Hess Stake, Stays Confident on Merger

Chevron bought nearly 5% of Hess as a show of confidence that it will win the arbitration battle with Exxon Mobil that has delayed the Hess takeover for more than a year.

March 17, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel, For-Hire

Low-Rolling-Resistance Tires Gain Traction in Trucking

Significant technological advances in recent years have helped to increase demand for LRR tires. “They’re just making the tires better and better all around,” one trucking executive said.

March 17, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Nikola’s Bankruptcy Sale Nears Critical March 17 Deadline

If no suitable bids arrive by the stalking horse deadline, court documents indicate that an auction will take place April 7. The court said it would make public the results on April 10.

March 14, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Trump Set to Meet Oil Titans on Energy Production

President Donald Trump is set to meet with top oil executives as the industry grows uneasy about falling crude prices and tariff uncertainty.

March 14, 2025
Business, Technology, Fuel

CATL 2024 Profit Climbs 15% on Strong EV Battery Demand

CATL posted record annual earnings for 2024, the strong financials further evidence of its commanding market position at a time some rivals are faltering.

March 14, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Tesla Warns It Faces Retaliation, Costs From Trump Trade War

Tesla is signaling concern over potential retaliatory moves by other countries as a trade war escalates in the wake of President Donald Trump’s moves to impose tariffs on a range of imports.

March 13, 2025