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Already short on bus drivers, school districts now face soaring diesel fuel costs

by Stephanie Hughes
Mar 21, 2022
The price of diesel is up 50% over a year ago. Some districts are turning to COVID relief funds to cover the increased cost.
Some school districts are opting for a four-day school week to deal with rising diesel prices, one expert said.
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Why you should pay attention to diesel prices

by Matt Levin
Mar 15, 2022
Even if you're filling up with regular unleaded, rising diesel costs will find a way to your pocketbook.
Diesel: not just something you see at the gas station.
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Top German court gives cities a green light for diesel restrictions

by Aaron Schrank
Feb 27, 2018
Germany’s top administrative court today ruled that cities can now ban older diesel vehicles from high-pollution areas. Before Volkswagen’s emissions cheating scandal a few years ago, more than half of the new cars sold in Europe had diesel engines. They’ve been losing market share ever since, and today’s ruling only hastens the decline of diesel. That’s […]
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Volkswagen admits a 'chain of errors'

by Marketplace Staff
Dec 10, 2015
The VW chairman has admitted several mistakes that led to the emissions scandal.
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The Volkswagen emissions scandal: customers weigh in

by John Sepulvado
Sep 29, 2015
Customers like Sara Sheey are looking for the company to make things right.
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Volkswagen dealers in U.S. waiting for guidance

by John Sepulvado
Sep 24, 2015
They 'will most likely be the ones cleaning up' VW's mess.
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Can Volkswagen regain its customers' confidence?

by Tracey Samuelson
Sep 21, 2015
It is in hot water with regulators and customers after faking emissions data.
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Why Morgan Stanley is buying up diesel in Europe

by Dan Weissmann
Aug 29, 2014
In July and August, the bank has been shopping for, and buying, diesel every day.
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Carmakers take new look at diesel

by Stacey Vanek Smith
Feb 8, 2013
Automakers are introducing new diesel models for U.S. drivers, as gas prices rise and tougher fuel-efficiency standards approach.
Chevrolet, Mazda and Mercedes are all introducing new diesel car models this year.
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Venezuela sends diesel to Syria, tests will for sanctions

by Jeremy Hobson
Jul 10, 2012
Opposition supporters report more than 17,000 people have been killed during the 16-month uprising against the Syrian government. Today the Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Syrian regime is getting help from Venezuela in the form of diesel.
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