Diesel prices continue record-breaking climb as national average approaches $6.50 per gallon

WASHINGTON — Diesel prices continued to break national records on Friday, Sept. 18, as the national average for a gallon climbed to $6.45, according to the American Automobile Association.

Because diesel is used for many freight and delivery networks, higher diesel prices mean higher transportation costs for a long list of everyday goods. More expensive fuel is increasing bills for businesses across sectors — some of which have already passed off costs to consumers in the form of added fees on online orders and Read Entire Article