The national average price of regular gasoline jumped 25 cents over the past three weeks to $2.30 a gallon, according to the latest Lundberg Survey of filling stations released Sunday.
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Obama Issues Stricter Auto Efficiency Rules
The Obama administration last week announced stricter requirements for automobile fuel efficiency and a first-ever national greenhouse gas reduction standard for cars and light trucks. Though heavy trucks are not immediately affected, an industry official suggested similar changes could be coming within the next decade.
May 25, 2009Daimler Gives Schneider Trucks With 2010-Compliant Engines
The two main truck and engine companies of Daimler Trucks North America said they have provided truckload carrier Schneider National with two more test tractors powered by 2010-compliant diesel engines.
May 18, 2009California Reefer Rule Illegal, ATA Tells Court
California’s transport refrigeration unit rule illegally imposes a national requirement on all motor carriers that enter the state, attorneys for American Trucking Associations and the Truckload Carriers Association told a federal appeals court.
May 18, 2009Diesel Rises 1.5¢ to $2.231; Gas Gains 6.9¢
The national average price of diesel fuel rose for a second straight week, gaining 1.5 cents to $2.231 a gallon, the Department of Energy said.
May 19, 2009Bill Would Seek to Boost Non-Truck Freight Modes
Two key Senators introduced legislation Thursday that would increase the proportion of national freight transportation provided by modes other than trucks by 10% by 2020.
May 14, 2009ATA Recognizes National Transportation Week
American Trucking Associations said Wednesday it celebrating National Transportation Week by bringing trucking industry outreach programs to public events around the country.
May 13, 2009Livingston Reports 1Q Loss
Canadian customs broker and logistics firm Livingston International Income Fund posted a loss of C$17.3 million in the first quarter of 2009, or 64 cents per unit, compared with a profit of C$8.2 million, or 30 cents, the year before.
May 13, 2009Menlo Expands Relationship With Dana, Adds Curves
Dana Holding Corp. and Menlo Worldwide Logistics said they have expanded their relationship, with the parts manufacturer asking the third-party logistics provider to handle transportation management for its Mexican operations.
May 11, 2009Diesel Rises 3.2¢ to $2.216; Gas Leaps 16.2¢ to $2.24
The national average price of diesel fuel rose for the first time in a month, climbing 3.1 cents to $2.216 a gallon, while gasoline pushed past diesel for the first time in almost two years, the Energy Department said.
May 12, 2009