diesel fuel

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Meanwhile, the diesel fuel that powers the trucks hauling car parts — plus all sorts of consumer goods and produce — is $5.65 a gallon, up from $3.53 a year ago.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Across many counties of the fertilizer-strapped southeast, diesel fuel costs have risen by more than 50%.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

High prices for fertilizer and the diesel fuel that farmers need for their tractors, combines and other equipment aren’t expected to come down right away.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Brazil has announced temporary measures to limit fuel price increases, including suspending taxes on diesel fuel.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

If a train stops even briefly, they crouch by the tracks, cup their hands, and steal sips of water from shiny puddles tainted with diesel fuel.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario