Why is diesel more expensive than regular gas?

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:00:00 UTCUpdated Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:00:00 UTCOriginal reporting: NPR Business

What happened

Diesel hasn't always been more expensive than other gasoline.

Then in 2004, a switch happened due to air quality standards, demand, and taxes.

Key facts

Then in 2004, a switch happened due to air quality standards, demand, and taxes.
Reported by NPR Business and published Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:00:00 UTC.

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11:00 UTC · NPR Business
Why is diesel more expensive than regular gas?
07:00 UTC · The Guardian
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