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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, Business, Fuel

A Weakening Diesel Market Is Becoming a Problem for Oil

The global diesel market is deteriorating, a concerning economic signal and food for thought for bullish oil traders.

April 18, 2024

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Business, Technology, Fuel

US Has a Fast EV-Charging Station for Every 15 Gas Stations

Automakers may be pumping the brakes on EV production in the U.S., but charging challenges — traditionally a major hurdle to adoption — are vanishing at a rapid clip.

Kyle Stock | Bloomberg News
April 18, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

US Reimposes Oil Sanctions on Venezuela

MIAMI — The Biden administration on April 17 reimposed crushing oil sanctions on Venezuela.

April 18, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

US to Reimpose Venezuela Oil Ban Unless Maduro Acts Quickly

President Joe Biden’s administration intends to reimpose oil sanctions on Venezuela if Nicolas Maduro’s regime does not take steps to honor an agreement to allow a fairer vote in elections.

April 17, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel

Nissan Says It Will Make Next-Gen EV Batteries by 2029

YOKOHAMA, Japan — Nissan expects to mass produce electric vehicles powered by advanced next-generation batteries by early 2029, the company said April 16.

Yuri Kageyama | Associated Press
April 16, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Macquarie: Biden Likely to Tap Oil Reserve for Summer Demand

The Biden administration will likely need to tap oil from the country’s emergency reserves to counter a spike in gasoline prices and amid inflation fears during the summer driving season.

Lucia Kassai | Bloomberg News
April 15, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Drops 4.6¢ but Remains Above $4

The national average diesel price slid 4.6 cents to $4.015 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released April 15. Diesel was last below $4 a gallon April 1.

April 15, 2024
Business, Fuel

Shale Oil ‘Fracklog’ Resumes Expansion After Yearlong Hiatus

Shale explorers are drilling wells faster than they’re fracking them, a strong signal that U.S. oil production growth is slowing.

April 15, 2024
Business, Fuel, Logistics, For-Hire

Kenan Advantage Group Owner Omers Exploring IPO

Omers Private Equity is exploring an initial public offering of Kenan Advantage Group, one of North America’s biggest tank truck transporter and logistics providers, according to sources.

Gillian Tan and Paula Sambo | Bloomberg News
April 12, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

IEA Warns Attacks on Russia Plants May Disrupt Diesel Market

The flurry of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia’s oil refineries risks disrupting global markets for petroleum products, the International Energy Agency said.

April 12, 2024