Politics
Why soaring prices aren't breaking America's diesel habit
Axios·October 23, 2026·1 min read
Diesel prices have climbed to record highs since the U.S. war with Iran began in March, averaging $6.31 a gallon Thursday, up 74% from a year ago. Despite the spike, diesel remains entrenched in farming, trucking, and other industries, with no wholesale shift to alternatives yet. The price surge is hitting farmers during the fall harvest.
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