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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, Fuel

Diesel Price Dips 1.7¢ to $3.497 a Gallon

The national average diesel price ticked down 1.7 cents a gallon to $3.497, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released May 6.

May 6, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

California Awards Tax Credits for Port, Hydrogen Projects

California Gov. Gavin Newsom awarded a $1.5 million tax credit for a hydrogen fuel facility and a $800,000 credit to expand Port Hueneme’s logistics and supply chain infrastructure.

May 5, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

Morgan Olson Debuts Compact Kestrel Work Truck

The manufacturer, known for its dominance in the step van segment, positioned the Kestrel as a versatile alternative for vocations ranging from last-mile delivery to emergency response.

May 5, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Rivian to Build $120 Million Supplier Park in Illinois

The 1.2 million-square-foot park in Normal will allow the electric-vehicle maker to increase production at its plant in 2026, when it starts building its R2 model, said CEO RJ Scaringe.

May 5, 2025
Business, Fuel

Shell Studies Acquisition of BP, Reports Say

Bloomberg reported that Shell is working with advisers to evaluate a potential acquisition of BP, its U.K. rival.

May 5, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

OPEC+ Throws ‘Bombshell to the Oil Market’

OPEC+ agreed to surge output again in June, as the group’s leaders continue an accelerated revival of supply aimed at punishing overproducing members that has sent crude prices plunging.

May 5, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

US Won’t Move Forward With Billions in Biden-Era Energy Loans

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said DOE doesn’t plan to move forward with billions of dollars' worth of Biden-era loans as the Trump administration reviews DOE's $400 billion green bank.

May 2, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Scaling Clean Transportation Requires a Multifuel Approach

Speakers agreed that biodiesel, renewable diesel, renewable natural gas, hydrogen and battery-electric are all important to reducing emissions.

May 2, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Symbio to Build Hydrogen Fuel Cell Drayage Trucks for Savage

Savage will team up with hydrogen fuel cell manufacturer Symbio North America as part of efforts to decarbonize the infrastructure and logistics company’s drayage fleet.

May 2, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Manufacturers Strive to Strengthen Hydrogen Fuel Cell Tech

Hydrogen fuel cells are emerging as a viable alternative to diesel in many use cases, including longhaul applications that need more range than battery-electric vehicles offer. 

May 2, 2025