US diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods
NPRFriday, September 11, 2026 at 10:04 AM
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Diesel prices in the U. has hit yet another record, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington's war with Iran disrupts the world's flow of fuel
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- This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today. has hit yet another record, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington's war with Iran disrupts the world's flow of fuel Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to World.
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Diesel prices in the U. has hit yet another record, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington's war with Iran disrupts the world's flow of fuel
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This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today.
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