Infrastructure Will trucking face fuel shortages this summer? June 1, 2021 Coming this summer: Gas stations running out of gas. So read the ominous headline on CNN.com April 27. But while the article wasn’t foreshadowing the Colonial Pipeline shutdown that made the…
Infrastructure Colonial Pipeline attack beginning to result in diesel shortages May 11, 2021 A gasoline shortage resulting from the hacking of the Colonial Pipeline is beginning to spill over to diesel supplies in the U.S. “Due to the Colonial Pipeline shutdown, Love’s locations…
Equipment Don’t rule out clean diesel: DTF July 15, 2020 WASHINGTON, D.C. – New-generation diesel-powered trucks are vital in achieving near-term climate and clean air goals, the Diesel Technology Forum (DTF) said, in response to a 15-state mission to achieve…
Equipment Diesel driving supply deliveries March 23, 2020 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Store shelves still getting stocked? Thank diesel. “At this time of national emergency, our nation’s ability to respond effectively depends on proven, available and reliable equipment…
Regulations Opinions mixed on increased biodiesel content in Manitoba fuel supply February 4, 2020 WINNIPEG, Man. – Manitoba’s announcement that it will increase the content of biodiesel in its fuel supply from 2% to 5% has been met with varying reactions from those in…
Business Management Husky Energy considers selling commercial fuels business January 9, 2019 CALGARY, Alta. – Husky Energy is considering selling off its commercial fuels and Canadian retail business, as well as its Prince George Refinery. The company made the announcement Jan. 8,…
Business Management Amazon makes big commitment during grand opening of U.S. Sprinter plant September 5, 2018 CHARLESTON, S.C. – Today’s grand opening of the new Sprinter plant in North Charleston was met with some added good news for Mercedes-Benz Vans, with Amazon announcing it will require…
Equipment Diesel to retain dominance August 22, 2018 COLUMBUS, Ind. – Diesel won’t lose its place as the dominant fuel for commercial vehicles, even as alternative fuels and powertrain options become more viable. That was the message from…
Equipment Fuso announces its gas-powered FE Series Class 4-5 at Work Truck March 6, 2018 INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – In the spirit of providing options to its customers, Mitsubishi Fuso today announced its 2019 gasoline-powered Class 4 and 5 FE Series cabover truck. The new gasoline…
Sustainability NAIT partners with industry to offer low-carbon fuel to long-haul segment November 9, 2017 EDMONTON, Alta. – The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) has partnered with industry stakeholders to bring low-carbon fuel that can withstand all weather conditions to the long-haul truck segment.
Equipment Cummins engine boss vows to offer customers “power of choice” September 24, 2017 ATLANTA, Ga. – Cummins is uniquely positioned to offer customers their “power of choice” well into the future, according to president of the engine business, Srikanth Padmanabhan. Padmanabhan was speaking…
Business Management Volvo Trucks North America makes move toward renewable diesel fuel December 9, 2015 GREENSBORO, N.C. – Volvo Trucks North America announced Dec. 9 that it has approved the use of renewable diesel fuel for all its proprietary engines, becoming the first original equipment…
Health & Safety Forum advocates for clean diesel technology to battle global climate change December 1, 2015 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Clean diesel technology will be a primary component to helping the U.S. achieve its recent commitment during the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 21) to reduce…
Transportation Much more than a penny for your thoughts. Help with diesel fuel study August 19, 2015 TORONTO, Ont. – If you’re an owner/operator, diesel manufacturers are seeking your perspective on diesel fuel and the brands currently available to you. It’s all part of a North-American…
Equipment Actual demand for natural gas trucks falling short of expectations April 23, 2015 COLUMBUS, Ind. — Interest in natural gas trucks has waned, with demand falling well short of what was projected two years ago, according to a new report from ACT Research.
