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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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Trump Eases Refrigerant Rule in Bid to Address Grocery Costs

It is not clear how much or how quickly the loosening of the refrigerant rule might impact grocery prices.

May 21, 2026
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Oil Prices Bounce Higher on Iran War Uncertainty

Brent crude, the international standard, climbed 1.7% to $106.81 per barrel.

May 21, 2026
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Freight Tonnage Stays Flat After Strong Start to 2026

The ATA For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index was unchanged from the prior month at 117.8. The index also was 3.5% above where it was during April 2025.

May 21, 2026
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Iran Talks With Oman Over Permanent Toll System for Hormuz

“This will entail costs, and it goes without saying that those who wish to benefit from this traffic must also pay their share,” Iran's Mohammad Amin-Nejad said.

May 21, 2026
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Proterra to Offer U.S. Cell Option for Batteries From 2027

Proterra’s Onyx battery platform currently uses cylindrical nickel manganese cobalt lithium-ion cells from LG Energy Solutions, manufactured in South Korea.

May 21, 2026
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Oil Prices Fall, but Gasoline Continues to Rise

Brent crude, the international standard, fell 5.2% to $105.45 per barrel. But gasoline rose 3 cents overnight to $4.56 a gallon, according to AAA. 

May 20, 2026
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EPA Seeks Delay on Stricter Emissions Rules for Certain Vehicles

The EPA has proposed delaying stricter emissions standards for light-duty and Class 3 medium-duty vehicles until model year 2029.

May 20, 2026
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U.S. Crude Oil Inventories Drop by Most on Record

The decline of 17.8 million barrels brings crude inventories to the lowest levels in nearly a year, according to data from EIA.

May 20, 2026
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Oregon Voters Reject Gas Tax Increase as Prices Soar

Democrats had raised the state gas tax by 6 cents a gallon. Republicans responded by launching a referendum campaign to refer the tax and fee increases to voters.

May 20, 2026
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UN Lowers Forecast for Global Economic Growth in 2026

U.N. economists said global GDP growth is now forecast at 2.5% for 2026, down from 2.7% in January, and it could fall to only 2.1% “in a more adverse scenario.”

May 20, 2026

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