diesel
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My grandfather started in the auto-body industry, and now our family operates dealerships that rely heavily on diesel trucks and commercial vehicles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
In simple terms, electrification means replacing technologies that burn fossil fuels directly -- such as gas heating systems and diesel vehicles -- with electric alternatives.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
There are also reports of skyrocketing petrol and diesel prices caused by the shortages.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Gasoline refining margins are around $35 a barrel, while diesel margins are near $60, according to OPIS.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
The engine was operating at full power on diesel fuel, and, Zeitoun realized in an instant, was generating all the electricity used for the station and the makeshift jail.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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