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25 August 2026
Benchmark diesel price is now highest since war began
The benchmark diesel price used for most fuel surcharges hit an important milestone this week: it is at its highest level since military action commenced against Iran in early March. The weekly Department of Energy/Energy Information Administration average weekly retail diesel price rose 19. 8 cents/gallon to $5. 652/g, effective Monday but published Tuesday. The previous high price was $5.
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