https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/diesel-prices-are-nearing-6-a-gallon-for-the-first-time-everContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/diesel-prices-are-nearing-6-a-gallon-for-the-first-time-everhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/diesel-prices-are-nearing-6-a-gallon-for-the-first-time-ever#u67940Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:12:01 +0000National diesel averages have exceeded $6 per gallon for the first time. Prices in California have topped $8, with some local areas approaching $10. This surge follows attacks on Saudi Arabian energy infrastructure and Middle East shipping lanes, driving oil prices to a 16-week high. President Donald Trump has called oil executives to the White House to push for more US refineries and warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop aerial strikes on Russian oil refineries to stabilize global markets.Why it mattersHigh diesel costs increase the price of groceries and impact Treasury yiel https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/diesel-prices-are-nearing-6-a-gallon-for-the-first-time-everhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/diesel-prices-are-nearing-6-a-gallon-for-the-first-time-ever#u67193Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:46:09 +0000National diesel averages have surpassed $6 per gallon, with California reporting state averages over $8 and some local prices nearing $10. President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to stop aerial attacks on Russian diesel fuel, arguing these strikes hurt global markets. Meanwhile, commodities strategist Jeff Currie warns that crude shortages and geopolitical risks could push U.S. gasoline to $5 per gallon before the November 3 midterms. These price surges coincide with climbing tensions in the Gulf where clashes threaten critical oil routes.Why it mattersHigh dies https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/diesel-prices-are-nearing-6-a-gallon-for-the-first-time-everhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/diesel-prices-are-nearing-6-a-gallon-for-the-first-time-ever#u65806Sat, 12 Sep 2026 04:31:08 +0000Average US diesel prices have crossed $6 per gallon for the first time in history, according to GasBuddy. This record high follows a previous peak of $5.85 reached less than a week prior. The price surge is driven by tight refining capacity and geopolitical disruptions, including wars in Ukraine and Iran. These costs impact freight trucks, trains, construction machinery, and agricultural equipment, increasing the risk of energy-driven inflation as the fuel enters its peak demand season.Why it mattersDiesel powers the majority of the American economy's logistics and food production. Curren