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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.

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Natural Gas-Fueled Volvo Trucks Set for North American Tests

The first testing of natural gas-fueled European Volvo Group Class 8 trucks on North American roads is set to begin by the end of September, and more imports could be on the way.

August 10, 2023
GovernmentBusinessSafetyFuel

Truck Stop Coming to Rural North Carolina Highway

A $1.6 million U.S. Department of Commerce grant to a southwestern North Carolina town is paying for new infrastructure to support opening a Love’s Travel Stop with truck parking.

August 10, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

Proterra Got Millions in US Aid Before Bankruptcy

Proterra Inc., the electric bus maker touted by President Joe Biden that filed for bankruptcy this week, was the recipient of millions of dollars in COVID relief government aid.

August 9, 2023
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EPA Announces $115 Million for DERA Grants

The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced that $115 million has been directed for the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act program.

August 8, 2023
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Diesel Price Posts 11.2¢ Gain in Third Straight Increase

The national average diesel price rose for the third straight week, climbing 11.2 cents to settle at $4.239, according to Energy Information Administration data released Aug. 7.

August 7, 2023
BusinessTechnologyFuel

Tesla Replaces Zachary Kirkhorn as CFO

Tesla Inc. Chief Financial Officer Zachary Kirkhorn stepped down after 13 years at the electric vehicle maker, raising questions about succession in the top ranks of Elon Musk’s company.

August 7, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

EPA’s Emissions Plan Runs Into Skepticism

DETROIT — The U.S. government’s most ambitious plan ever to slash planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from passenger vehicles faces skepticism.

August 7, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuelTCA

One in Four New Cars Sold in California in Q2 Were EVs

For the first time in California, one out of every four new cars sold in the last quarter were zero-emission vehicles, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced this week.

August 4, 2023
GovernmentTechnologyEquipmentFuel

House Committee Approves Internal Combustion Engines Bill

A panel in the House recently approved a bill that would block efforts meant to prevent the sale of internal combustion engines.

August 3, 2023
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Saudi Arabia Extends Oil Production Cut Through September

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Saudi Arabia said Aug. 3 it will extend its production cut of 1 million barrels of oil a day through the end of September in its effort to boost energy prices.

August 3, 2023

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