Ran out of fuel
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The diesel fuel shortage is really getting difficult for trucking companies here in Western Canada. Increased cost and the pain of trying to figure out where you can get fuel. Last week Coop here in Manitoba capped at 600L per day, now we are down to 300L per day. That sure doesn't last long in a big truck...
We are 126.9 here with gas at 113.9, what's it like up in Edmonton?
We are 126.9 here with gas at 113.9, what's it like up in Edmonton?
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From: Whitecourt AB, Canada
Okay I'll try it. The editorial cartoons about this have started appearing.
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The diesel fuel shortage is really getting difficult for trucking companies here in Western Canada. Increased cost and the pain of trying to figure out where you can get fuel. Last week Coop here in Manitoba capped at 600L per day, now we are down to 300L per day. That sure doesn't last long in a big truck...
We are 126.9 here with gas at 113.9, what's it like up in Edmonton?
We are 126.9 here with gas at 113.9, what's it like up in Edmonton?
Spruce Grove has (had) the cheapest diesel in the whole area, and Sherwood Park has the most expensive in the area. That's generally how it goes most of the time but right now that's not the case.
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From: Edmonton Alberta
Depends on the implementation of the limit. I heard the explanation from a station attendant once was because if you were going to fuel up and run away without paying, they only want you to run away with $100 per pump at a time. What's weird is that you still have a limit when doing prepay.
Okay I'll try it. The editorial cartoons about this have started appearing.
Okay I'll try it. The editorial cartoons about this have started appearing.
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From: Edmonton Alberta
I have Shell (Triton) commercial gas card and even it will only pump $100.00 at the pump. This is so stupid. You can't run off with any fuel if you swipe a commercial card with a $20,000.00 credit limit. We spend $5,000.00 a month on fuel. We have phoned shell and they will not change it, when paying at the pump the limit is $100.00. 
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ULSD is around $1.179/L, and that's what I paid recently at Esso Imperial Oil retail, but some stations like Hughes have gone all the way up to $1.309/L. Regular gasoline is $1.019 at most places currently.
Spruce Grove has (had) the cheapest diesel in the whole area, and Sherwood Park has the most expensive in the area. That's generally how it goes most of the time but right now that's not the case.
Spruce Grove has (had) the cheapest diesel in the whole area, and Sherwood Park has the most expensive in the area. That's generally how it goes most of the time but right now that's not the case.
I always try to fuel at places that don't cap the $$, like Darren, pay inside if possible. I agree with the other poster that commented on having a $100 limit when you pay at the pump. WHY? they've got my credit card info right there.
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From: Edmonton Alberta
In the summer I always wait until it is EMPTY. I have been 50 kM (30 miles) past 0 kM to E. That is with a Transfer flow 50 gal midship tank though, not sure how far you can go with the stock tank!
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I got caught not paying attention on my last trip into the US, when I got to the fuel station it had been on 0 for about a mile. I put in 24.1 gal, that's WAY to close for my comfort level! My passenger got a good laugh out of me sweating and wondering if we would make it though...
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I was wondering if being closer to the fuel supply chain means that temporary disruptions in production have a more rapid effect on retail fuel availability, while if there are more 'steps' involved in delivering your fuel, there may be more 'buffering' ability to hold over these supply interruptions?
(Does that make any sense? Lol my industry is telecom and interruptions are immediate
)
(Does that make any sense? Lol my industry is telecom and interruptions are immediate
)
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I was wondering if being closer to the fuel supply chain means that temporary disruptions in production have a more rapid effect on retail fuel availability, while if there are more 'steps' involved in delivering your fuel, there may be more 'buffering' ability to hold over these supply interruptions?
(Does that make any sense? Lol my industry is telecom and interruptions are immediate )
(Does that make any sense? Lol my industry is telecom and interruptions are immediate
)Not sure why we can't just take some from the huge tanks at the Enbridge Edmonton terminal that we pump down south
Never seemed to effect gas though, more supply I guess.
Thanks
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I was wondering if being closer to the fuel supply chain means that temporary disruptions in production have a more rapid effect on retail fuel availability, while if there are more 'steps' involved in delivering your fuel, there may be more 'buffering' ability to hold over these supply interruptions?
(Does that make any sense? Lol my industry is telecom and interruptions are immediate )
(Does that make any sense? Lol my industry is telecom and interruptions are immediate
)
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That's about as close as mine I put in 24 gals even for $90.00
I got caught not paying attention on my last trip into the US, when I got to the fuel station it had been on 0 for about a mile. I put in 24.1 gal, that's WAY to close for my comfort level! My passenger got a good laugh out of me sweating and wondering if we would make it though...
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Just drove by a couple of my favorite "fueling holes" (Edmonton AB Canada).
NO DIESEL.
Local shell station says they are getting a limited amount tomorrow AM, so if you want some line up!
A few reasons for the shortages here (that I have been told):
-CO OP refinery in regina had an explosion early Oct and diesel production is down 25%
-Both Suncor refinery in Edmonton and Shell Scotford are lacking hydrogen from a third party supplier (used in production). Both are looking for other sources.
-The demad for deisel is HUGE here.
They are saying the shortages could last into December....
Wishin' I would have went with the transfer flow 100 gal in box tank now
NO DIESEL.
Local shell station says they are getting a limited amount tomorrow AM, so if you want some line up!
A few reasons for the shortages here (that I have been told):
-CO OP refinery in regina had an explosion early Oct and diesel production is down 25%
-Both Suncor refinery in Edmonton and Shell Scotford are lacking hydrogen from a third party supplier (used in production). Both are looking for other sources.
-The demad for deisel is HUGE here.
They are saying the shortages could last into December....
Wishin' I would have went with the transfer flow 100 gal in box tank now
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Just drove by a couple of my favorite "fueling holes" (Edmonton AB Canada).
NO DIESEL.
Local shell station says they are getting a limited amount tomorrow AM, so if you want some line up!
A few reasons for the shortages here (that I have been told):
-CO OP refinery in regina had an explosion early Oct and diesel production is down 25%
-Both Suncor refinery in Edmonton and Shell Scotford are lacking hydrogen from a third party supplier (used in production). Both are looking for other sources.
-The demad for deisel is HUGE here.
They are saying the shortages could last into December....
Wishin' I would have went with the transfer flow 100 gal in box tank now
NO DIESEL.
Local shell station says they are getting a limited amount tomorrow AM, so if you want some line up!
A few reasons for the shortages here (that I have been told):
-CO OP refinery in regina had an explosion early Oct and diesel production is down 25%
-Both Suncor refinery in Edmonton and Shell Scotford are lacking hydrogen from a third party supplier (used in production). Both are looking for other sources.
-The demad for deisel is HUGE here.
They are saying the shortages could last into December....
Wishin' I would have went with the transfer flow 100 gal in box tank now
I do love my Titan tank...
