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Why OPEC is downgrading its demand forecast for the 3rd time in 3 months

by Samantha Fields
Oct 14, 2024
Oil demand is still expected to grow in the coming year, but more slowly, and especially in China.
China imports more crude oil than any other country in the world. And right now, it's having economic problems.
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The Saudis are buying up Russian diesel — and selling more of the stuff they produce themselves

by Lily Jamali
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

by Hugh Cook
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

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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