Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor announced its support of the Clean Fuels Deployment Act, introduced by biofuels champions and U.S. Representatives Abby Finkenauer (D-Iowa), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Angie Craig (D-Ill.) and Don Bacon (R-Neb.). The legislation authorized $500 million over five years for the Department of Transportation to provide grants that will incentivize the deployment…
Most States Have Fuel Price Average Under $2 Per Gallon
As fuel prices continue to push cheaper across the U.S., only one twelve states have an average of $2 per gallon or more, according to AAA. The national average on April 24 was $1.77, which is four cents less than last week, 28 cents cheaper than last month and $1.11 less than a year ago.…
New Analysis of Fuel Sales in Our Area
The events that occurred in the stock market on April 10 caused me to create an updated fuel sales chart from retail convenience stores in our area. I suspect it is representative of convenience stores across the United States. To read the chart: the vertical axis is dollars (orange line), and gallons (blue line) for…
National Fuel Price Average is More Than $1 Per Gallon Cheaper Than a Year Ago
The national gas price average decreased by five cents on the week, pushing the year-over-year savings to $1.03 per gallon, according to AAA. Today, 20 states have fuel price averages that are $1 per gallon or more cheaper compared to last year, with another dozen states within ten cents of reaching this mark. “One in…
Rutter’s Extends Fuel Rewards Redemption Period
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to limit everyday travel, Rutter’s has extended the redemption period on fuel rewards for its Rutter’s Rewards customers. All fuel rewards earned between March 1 and May 31 of this year will now have a 120-day redemption period, versus the usual 60 days. “As we continue to navigate this difficult…
Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh Offers Full-Service Fueling
Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh convenience stores will offer free full-service fueling at its more than 165 convenience stores across eight states. The service will be offered at select fuel pumps from at least 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. Upon arrival, customers who want to use the service can select the pump’s…
Fuel Demand Sees 20% Dip Year Over Year
GasBuddy released its first quarterly report examining consumer fuel buying trends, finding that March 2020 fuel demand in gallons purchased dropped 20% compared to March 2019 due to stay-at-home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic. The report examines millions of fuel transactions from Pay with GasBuddy, the first-of-its-kind fuel savings program that gives drivers a discount…
Electric Vehicles Growing, But They’re Just Part of the Fuel Mix
With the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), the buzz around fuel retail has lately centered around installing electric charging stations. But with increasing choices like biofuels, hydrogen battery propulsion and more efficient fossil fuels, it’s going to be a while before electric is the standard. While more carmakers are introducing electric versions of more of…
Pilot Company Offers Pro Drivers More Points in Pilot Flying J App
Pilot Company announced a new program, Push4Points, to thank professional drivers with more points on diesel fuel purchases that can be used to save money on food, drinks and items in stores. Beginning April 1, through June 30, professional drivers can activate Push4Points in the Pilot Flying J app to start earning up to four…
Growth Energy Urges USDA to Protect Farm and Biofuel Jobs
Led by Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), a bipartisan coalition of 13 senators sent a letter calling on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to utilize resources in the recent relief package to help “farmers and producers who will bear the impact of this decrease in consumption, further damaging an already hurting…