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The average fuel consumption of long-haul heavy trucks is approximately 30 to 40 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers; for every $1/gallon increase in diesel prices, the annual fuel cost of a truck traveling 200,000 kilometers per year increases by approximately $20,000 to $25,000.
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9/6/2026
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Valid until: 12/5/2026
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