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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, Fuel

Diesel Rises Two-Tenths of a Cent to $2.121

The U.S. average retail diesel price inched up less than half a cent for its sixth consecutive weekly gain.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
March 28, 2016

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Business, Fuel

U.S. Gain, Corridor Clean Fuels to Co-Brand CNG Station

U.S. Gain said it would co-brand Corridor Clean Fuels’ compressed natural gas fueling station in Dothan, Alabama, which serves as the main transportation hub for the southeastern corner of Alabama and is a main corridor for carriers in southwest Georgia and Florida.

March 24, 2016
Business, Fuel, Government

US to Tighten Security for Air, Rail, Port Facilities in Wake of Brussels Bombings

The U.S. government is stepping up security measures in response to the March 22 bombings in Brussels as President Barack Obama pledged to do whatever is necessary to help bring the perpetrators to justice.

March 22, 2016
Business, Fuel

Diesel Climbs 2¢ a Gallon to $2.119

The U.S. retail diesel average rose for a fifth consecutive week, but the pace slowed.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
March 21, 2016
Business, Fuel

Diesel Average Gains 7.8¢ to $2.099; Biggest Increase Since February 2013

The U.S. average retail diesel price rose for a fourth consecutive week in the biggest climb in a single week since 2013, as it marched after higher oil prices.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
March 21, 2016
Business, Government, Fuel, Safety

UPS to Invest Another $100 Million to Expand Its Natural-Gas Network

UPS Inc. will invest an additional $100 million to expand its network of natural gas-powered freight transportation. The expansion will include building 12 more private fueling stations and buying 380 more heavy- duty tractors, the company said.

March 21, 2016
Technology, Business, Government, Fuel, Equipment, Safety

Adoption of Trailer Aerodynamics Continues to Grow, Report Finds

Fleets have ramped up their investments in trailer aerodynamics systems in recent years to improve fuel economy, and federal regulations are expected to drive further adoption, a new report found.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
March 18, 2016
Government, Fuel, Business

Montana Voters Support Raising Fuel Taxes

A majority of 800 Montana voters surveyed last month favored raising taxes on diesel and gasoline to help pay for the state’s roads and bridges. In the poll commissioned by the Montana Chamber of Commerce, 52% of the voters supported the increase with 41% opposed.

David Elfin | Staff Reporter
March 18, 2016
Business, Fuel

Crude Oil Rises Above $40 in New York for First Time in 3 Months

Oil surged above $40 a barrel in New York for the first time since December as central banks from the United States to Norway signaled they will continue to provide economic stimulus to support demand.

Mark Shenk | Bloomberg News
March 17, 2016
Government, Fuel, Business

Missouri Highway Commissioner Says Fuel-Tax Increase Doubtful This Year

CLINTON, Mo. — Missouri Highway Commissioner Greg Smith told the Missouri Highway 13 Corridor Coalition not to expect a fuel-tax increase to pass the Legislature this year.

Sue Sterling | The (Warrensburg, Mo.) Daily Star-Journal
March 16, 2016