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The Saudis are buying up Russian diesel — and selling more of the stuff they produce themselves

May 30, 2023
The kingdom's actions are not a violation of sanctions.
Saudi Arabia is now buying roughly180,000 barrels of Russian diesel every day. Above, a refinery in Moscow.
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In rural areas, the high cost of diesel is driving up the cost of doing business

Aug 30, 2022
Rural Americans often travel longer distances or use diesel-based equipment, so they are disproportionately affected by fuel prices.
People living in rural areas are feeling the squeeze of higher diesel prices because they often drive longer distances and use diesel-reliant equipment.
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Already short on bus drivers, school districts now face soaring diesel fuel costs

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

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

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 […]

Volkswagen admits a 'chain of errors'

Dec 10, 2015
The VW chairman has admitted several mistakes that led to the emissions scandal.

The Volkswagen emissions scandal: customers weigh in

Sep 29, 2015
Customers like Sara Sheey are looking for the company to make things right.

For public good, not for profit.

Volkswagen dealers in U.S. waiting for guidance

Sep 24, 2015
They 'will most likely be the ones cleaning up' VW's mess.

Can Volkswagen regain its customers' confidence?

Sep 21, 2015
It is in hot water with regulators and customers after faking emissions data.

Why Morgan Stanley is buying up diesel in Europe

Aug 29, 2014
In July and August, the bank has been shopping for, and buying, diesel every day.