The Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported that the price for U.S. on-highway diesel fuel prices rose 3 cents to $3.903 per gallon, the second consecutive increase. Gas prices were also reported and jumped 6 cents to $3.331 per gallon. Now, gas prices are 1% or 3.3 cents more expensive than a year ago. When also most all year it seems like gas prices would stay low, they have crept back up.
Monthly Archives: December 2013
Importance of Accurate Odometer Readings
How important are accurate odometer mileage readings? Many consider accurate odometer readings to be one of the most important parts of effective fuel management. Accurate mileage gives a fleet manager a much clearer picture for many important aspects of his or her fleet including vehicle repair and replacement, diesel fuel consumption and fuel economy. If a fleet manager has access to accurate mileage he can make critical decisions for the fleet.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is a solution that when injected into the exhaust stream of a diesel engine lowers the harmful nitrogen-oxides that are emitted. Obviously using DEF is great for the environment since it reduces the release of pollutants but it also will create better fuel efficiency for your diesel fuel vehicles by creating higher oxygen levels in the combustion process.
Fuel Savings Gadgets Work?
Are you thinking on getting a new car or truck for your company or yet even personal car? What type of vehicle do you get that won’t break your wallet with gas? Or do you keep your old vehicle and add gadgets to help save on fuel. There is so much out there to look at and yet they have more gadgets available now for your vehicles to help save on fuel.
Fleet Fueling Prices Stay Flat with Dip in Gas Prices
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported that the price for U.S. on-highway diesel fuel fell eight-tenths of a penny to $3.871 per gallon, the second consecutive increase. (The EIA is the statistical agency of the U.S. Department of Energy.) The national average price is 1.9% or 7.4 cents lower than at this time last year.
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Diesel Fuel Prices Fall Slightly for December 9, 2013
The DOE reported the national cost for diesel fuel prices fell four-tenths of a penny to $3.879 a gallon. After coming off 2 straight weeks of increases it’s nice to see a fall back. The national average diesel fuel cost is 11.2 cents lower than a year ago at this time.
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DOE Reports Diesel Fuel Price Increase for Week of December 2
The Department of Energy (DOE) reported diesel fuel prices rose 3.9 cents per gallon to $3.883 per gallon. This is the second consecutive increase for diesel fuel and the largest one week increase since September.
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