Utah Considering to Raise Fuel Taxes

Some Utah lawmakers are considering raising the state’s fuel tax next year. According to published reports, legislators say a 5- to 10-cent increase may be considered during the 2003 legislative session to pay for transportation projects. The current tax is 24.5 cents per gallon for both gasoline and diesel (not including the federal excise tax).

Is Fuel Hedging Right for Your Fleet?

Controlling fuel costs through hedging is an option for fleets looking to gain budget stability. As with any strategy, fleets must weigh the pros and cons to determine if a fuel hedging strategy is suitable to their specific needs.

Voyager Partners with Automated Fuel Company

Goodyear Launches Fuel-Efficient Truck Tire Lines

AKRON, OHIO - The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has introduced a new fuel-efficient commercial tire technology and three new tires for long-haul trucks. The line includes new steer, drive, and trailer tires and retreads for a complete ‘cradle-to-grave'; tire system for trucking fleets and owner-operators.

Transportation Dept. Unveils Proposed Fuel-Economy Standards

WASHINGTON, D.C. --- Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters on Tuesday, April 22, unveiled new proposed federal fuel-economy standards that would require cars and trucks to get an average of 31.6 miles per gallon by 2015 -- a major increase over the current fleet.

Biofuels Group Touts Renewable Fuel Standard

The Renewable Fuel Standard’s (RFS) requirement to substitute biofuels for fossil fuels has displaced nearly 1.9 billion barrels of foreign oil since the program was passed by Congress in 2005, according to a study by the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO).

Congress Approves Fuel Economy Mandate

WASHINGTON - Congress by a wide margin approved the first increase in automobile fuel economy in 32 years, and President Bush plans to quickly sign the legislation, accepting the mandates on the auto industry.

Ford Recalling Replacement Fuel Tanks

WASHINGTON -- Ford Motor Co. is recalling certain replacement fuel tanks that could be installed into model-year 2004-2008 E-150, E-250 and E-350 vans and wagons, reported the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The Hybrid & Alt-Fuel Revolution

Fluctuating fuel prices and environmental concerns have led fleet managers to evaluate the practicality of alternatives, including hybrid and E-85 vehicles. But, is there real money to be saved?