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September 14, 2026

Diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling goods

By WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS
Associated Press

CHICAGO — Diesel prices in the U.S. hit yet another record on Friday, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington's war with Iran disrupts the world's flow of fuel.

The national average of nearly $6.06 is up from $5.85 last week and almost $3.71 this time last year, according to motor club AAA.


 
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