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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, Technology, Fuel

DOE Hands Out $68M to Heavy-Duty Truck Charging Projects

The Department of Energy issued $68 million in grants to accelerate the development and construction of public heavy-duty battery-electric truck charging facilities.

January 21, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Trump Orders Removal of EV-Favoring Policies and Subsidies

President Donald Trump ordered his administration to consider eliminating subsidies and other policies that favor electric vehicles.

January 21, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Trump Says 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Coming Feb. 1

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Jan. 20 that he expects to put 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting Feb. 1, while declining to flesh out his plans for taxing Chinese imports.

January 21, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Trump Sworn in as 47th President After Historic Comeback

Trump will act swiftly after the ceremony, with executive orders to clamp down on border crossings, increase fossil fuel development and end diversity and inclusion programs.

January 20, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

These LNG Projects Are Set to Advance if Trump Lifts Freeze

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to lift the Biden administration’s moratorium on new permits to export liquefied natural gas on his first day in office next week. 

January 17, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Hydrogen Industry May Turn to Gas, Carbon Capture Under Trump

The U.S. hydrogen economy will likely rely on natural gas and carbon capture technologies rather than green energy in Donald Trump’s second term, according to BloombergNEF.

January 17, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Biden Makes Last-Minute Bid to Slow Arctic Oil Drilling

The Biden administration advanced a plan to limit oil drilling and infrastructure across more of Alaska’s National Petroleum Reserve days before President-elect Donald Trump takes office.

January 16, 2025
Business, Fuel, Logistics

NYC Commuters Can Dodge Traffic With $95 Helicopter Rides

Well-heeled workers that live in the New York City suburbs will soon have a lofty path to avoiding gridlock en route to their Manhattan offices.

January 16, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

International S13 Can Now Be Used With Renewable Diesel

International Motors has certified its S13 integrated powertrain for renewable diesel, offering fleets a low-carbon alternative to petroleum-based fuels, the company announced Jan. 15.

January 16, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

VTNA, Mack Retain Oregon Diesel Truck Sales Restrictions

Volvo and Mack continue to restrict new diesel truck sales in Oregon despite recent uncertainty over reporting requirements for zero-emission vehicle sales being resolved.

January 16, 2025