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Why is diesel more expensive than regular gas?

October 2, 2026 NPR Economy 1 min read
NPR Economy · Center
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Diesel hasn’t always been more expensive than other gasoline. Then in 2004, a switch happened due to air quality standards, demand, and taxes. In this week’s Indicator newsletter, we dig into diesel prices, what kind of fun people are buying, and other forms of making your tax bill smaller.

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