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Understanding The Renewable Fuel Standard In Portland

Diesel Fuel Is Changing In Portland With The Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS)

Portland Old Town sign representing the city’s commitment to renewable fuel standards

Figuring out what this means for you or your business can be challenging. We have shared many questions that we have been asked already, to help provide more clarity on what this Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) means for Wholesale Purchaser-Consumers. If your question isn’t listed below, please reach out to Star Oilco so we can make sure your questions are answered!

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The Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) is Portland City Council’s response to the City’s 2022-2025 Climate Emergency Workplan,  which lists the City’s priority actions over the next three years.

On Dec. 7, 2022, City Council unanimously adopted amendments to the Renewable Fuel Standard, Portland City Code Chapter 16.60, which reduces dependence on nonrenewable fossil fuels, by increasing the required percentage of renewable fuels blended with petroleum diesel sold in the city of Portland.

This policy increases low-carbon biofuel blends, moving Portland’s diesel fuel mix to 99% renewable by 2030. This policy includes a carbon intensity standard to shift to fuels that are lower carbon across their entire lifecycle.

Portlands Renewable Fuel Standard Requirements

 July 1, 2024, Portland required that all diesel fuel sold contain a minimum 15% blend of biodiesel or renewable diesel. This percentage will increase steadily over the next few years, reaching a minimum 99% renewable fuel requirement by July 1, 2030.

There are no reporting requirements for retailers to comply with this mandate. Instead, the city enforces compliance through random on-site inspections and by requiring retailers to maintain records of the biofuel content of the diesel they sell.

  • The policy speaks to “Covered Entities
  • Diesel Fuel Transaction within the City of Portland Oregon
  • Fuel distributors, resellers, retailers, nonretail dealers, terminals, importers and wholesale purchaser-consumers are directly regulated by PCC Chapter 16.60 and referred to as “covered entities.”
  • Wholesale Purchaser-Consumers​: also know as WPCs are directly regulated by PCC Chapter 16.60 and referred to as “covered entities.”

Wholesale purchaser-consumer (WPC) is a category of entities that own or utilize diesel vehicle fleets and purchase fuel in bulk for delivery into a storage tank at their facility or directly into a vehicles fuel tank. WPCs are required to register with the RFS program.

A fuel distributor or common carrier delivers on road diesel to your facilities on-site tank such as: 

  • Bulk Tank
  • Aboveground Storage Tank (AST)
  • Underground Storage Tank (UST)

A fuel distributor delivers on road diesel directly into your vehicles also known as:

  • On-Site Fleet Fueling
  • Wet Hose Fueling

Yes, these rules apply to fuel for on-road motor vehicles. Fuels used for the following purposes are not covered by these rules

  1. Railroad locomotives, watercraft, aircraft, and emergency equipment
  2. Dyed diesel for off-road vehicles
  3. Dyed diesel for furnaces, boilers, generators
  4. Propane and liquefied natural gas for vehicles

Wholesale Purchaser-Consumers are required to meet three primary components of the RFS:

  1. Biofuel Minimum Content Requirements,
  2. Carbon Intensity standard,
  3. Selecting a compliance option, and
  4. Record keeping.

Biofuel Minimum Content Requirements for Wholesale Purchaser-Consumers

  • WPCs in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they purchase for their vehicle fleet. Beginning July 1, 2024, all diesel purchased must include 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on July 1, 2026, and 99% on July 1, 2030.
  • The biofuel content requirements will be enforced through random inspections of fleet facilities to see that they (1) have a contract in place with fuel suppliers that specifies that fuel meets the minimum blend requirements, or (2) verification of actual products purchased through testing or review of product transfer documents.
  • All WPCs also need to be aware of the Carbon Intensity Standard in PCC Chapter 16.60.
  • All biodiesel and renewable diesel sold in the City of Portland must have a carbon intensity equal to or less than 40g CO2e/MJ as certified by DEQ’s Clean Fuels Program, Approved Carbon Intensity Values.
  • Carbon intensity requirements apply to biofuel blendstock, not the final blended products, which may contain a portion of petroleum-based diesel fuel at a higher carbon intensity.

Selecting a compliance option for Wholesale Purchaser-Consumers

  • WPCs will need to select a compliance option by the start of the compliance period, July 1, 2024.
  • Portland Bureau of Planning & Sustainability (BPS) will provide notification about selecting compliance options by May 31, 2024.
  • To receive notification, covered entities must be registered with the RFS Program

*Compliance option selection may be changed at any time during the compliance period after consulting with BPS. If a covered entity decides to change the compliance option during the compliance period, they are responsible for compliance under the new option for the full compliance period.

Record Keeping Requirements for Wholesale Purchaser-Consumers

Portland City Code (PCC) Chapter 16.60 and administrative rules requires that an invoice, bill of lading, shipping paper, or other documentation, referred to as “Product Transfer Documents” (PTD) must accompany each fuel delivery in the city of Portland. The administrative rules specify that:

  1. PTDs must include the type of renewable fuel, including biodiesel, renewable diesel, ethanol, or any blends of these fuels, and declare the volume percent of such renewable fuel.
  2. PTDs must comply with OAR 603-027-0430 (1) (a) which includes identifying the quantity, the name of the product, the name and address of the seller and buyer, and the date and time of the sale.
  3. WPCs using the Product Transfer Document compliance pathway must also ensure that fuel pathway codes issued by Oregon Clean Fuels Program are also included on a PTD associated with each delivery received by the WPC or have a contract with a fuel supplier specifying the carbon intensity requirements of PCC Chapter 16.60.

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Fuel Market Report: July 13th – July 19th, 2025 1024 683 Star Oilco

Fuel Market Report: July 13th – July 19th, 2025

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Wholesale Price Average 7/19/25

Wholesale LowWholesale Avg
E10$2.46$2.57
B5$3.19$3.27
B20$3.28$3.32
R99$3.17$3.22

Average Retail Prices 7/19/25

NationalOregonWashington
E10$3.14$4.98$4.39
B5$3.72$4.51$5.03

Taxes

FederalState: ORLocalState: WA
Gas$0.184$0.40$0-.13$0.494
Diesel$0.244$0.40$0-.13$0.494

Oregon Fuel Price Variance

Fuel Market News

Fuel prices trickled down this week with both gas and diesel prices dropping. Although the drops were very marginal, with gas prices down $0.02/gal and diesel prices down less than $0.05/gal. Rack averages in Portland saw a steeper drop-off while retail street prices hardly budged. Fuel prices should remain steady in the coming weeks as political climates in the Middle East have toned down and hurricane season has been very quiet for the southern states. Historically, fuel prices have been higher around this time of year with summer travel and increased demand for fuel. Yet surprisingly, fuel prices were at the exact same level in Portland a year ago today. Iran has agreed to new nuclear talks amid the tensions in the Middle East. On July 22nd Britan, France, Germany and Iran will hold talks to re-engage this discussion.

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Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.

Reasons For Price Variance

Oil Prices Below $70

OPEC+ Production Cuts

Crude oil is trading just below $70, at a current price of $67.10/barrel. This is $0.49/barrel higher than it was last week.

 

Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxesa helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $67.10/barrel compared to $66.61/barrel last week and $69 a year ago.

It’s essential to recognize that fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other regional factors. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.

For other news in the fuel market:

https://gasprices.aaa.com/?state=OR

https://www.gasbuddy.com/charts

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Fuel Market Report: July 6th – July 12th, 2025 1024 683 Star Oilco

Fuel Market Report: July 6th – July 12th, 2025

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Wholesale Price Average 7/12/25

Wholesale LowWholesale Avg
E10$2.45$2.58
B5$3.23$3.31
B20$3.25$3.35
R99$3.29$3.36

Average Retail Prices 7/12/25

NationalOregonWashington
E10$3.15$4.00$4.40
B5$3.70$4.50$5.00

Taxes

FederalState: ORLocalState: WA
Gas$0.184$0.40$0-.13$0.494
Diesel$0.244$0.40$0-.13$0.494

Oregon Fuel Price Variance

Fuel Market News

Fuel prices trickled up this week, with street retail prices dropping slightly and rack averages going up about $0.05/gal. Portland rack averages for gas jumped $0.07/gal, while B5, B20 & R99 diesel averages moved up less than $0.03/gal. AAA analysts predict prices at the pump will continue to fall as tensions calm in the Middle East and no hurricanes are expected to hit the Golf Coast in the coming weeks. According to the EIA, “Gasoline production dipped last week, averaging 9.6 million barrels per day, compared to 10.1 million barrels the previous week”. Although this dip may not seem extreme, it is surprising coming off a record-setting 4th of July with traveling trends reaching all-time highs. With inventories relatively steady, we should see prices at the pump hover around their current price with some slight dips into August.

Oregonians may be in store for higher diesel prices this year with the end of Blenders Tax Credits, the introduction of the Producers Tax Credit & the Oregon Climate Protection Program going into 2025. For more on this report, visit the link below.

2025 Fuel Market Outlook: Oregon

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Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.

Reasons For Price Variance

Oil Prices Below $70

OPEC+ Production Cuts

Crude oil is trading just below $70, at a current price of $66.61/barrel. This is $1.39/barrel lower than it was last week.

 

Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxesa helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $66.61/barrel compared to $68.00/barrel last week and $70 a year ago.

It’s essential to recognize that fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other regional factors. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.

For other news in the fuel market:

https://gasprices.aaa.com/?state=OR

https://www.gasbuddy.com/charts

Join the Fuel Market Report newsletter for your weekly fill of updates!

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Fuel Market Report: June 29th – July 5th, 2025 1024 683 Star Oilco

Fuel Market Report: June 29th – July 5th, 2025

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1-month average retail fuel price trends in Oregon, Washington, and the USA alongside crude oil prices for June 29th through July 5th

Wholesale Price Average 7/5/25

Wholesale LowWholesale Avg
E10$2.42$2.51
B5$3.22$3.29
B20$3.19$3.33
R99$3.28$3.35

Average Retail Prices 7/5/25

NationalOregonWashington
E10$3.14$4.02$4.41
B5$3.68$4.47$4.95

Taxes

FederalState: ORLocalState: WA
Gas$0.184$0.40$0-.13$0.494
Diesel$0.244$0.40$0-.13$0.494

Oregon Fuel Price Variance

Chart of average gas prices over time for Regular, Mid, Premium, and Diesel in July 2025.

Fuel Market News

The past week brought a mix of pricing fluctuation, with gas prices down and diesel prices up. Rack averages in Portland dipped $0.05/gal for gasoline and jumped $0.02/gal for diesel. Smaller price fluctuations than weeks past, as the market is still balancing the heightened political climate in the Middle East, with much remaining uncertain for the weeks ahead. Crude oil is hovering just below $70/barrel at a current rate of $68.00/WTI Crude, and is expected to remain at this level in the weeks ahead. Retail fuel prices are still high in Oregon and Washington, with most retail stations in Portland averaging around $4.15/gal. The 4th of July brought an increase of 1.7 million drivers traveling, which is up 2.4% from last year.

Oregonians may be in store for higher diesel prices this year with the end of Blenders Tax Credits, the introduction of the Producers Tax Credit & the Oregon Climate Protection Program going into 2025. For more on this report, visit the link below.

2025 Fuel Market Outlook: Oregon

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Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.

Reasons For Price Variance

Oil Prices Below $70

OPEC+ Production Cuts

Crude oil is trading below $70, at a current price of $68.00/barrel. This is $3.09/barrel higher than it was last week. 

 

Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxesa helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $68.00/barrel compared to $64.91/barrel last week and $72 a year ago. 

It’s essential to recognize that fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other regional factors. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.

For other news in the fuel market:

https://gasprices.aaa.com/?state=OR

https://www.gasbuddy.com/charts

Join the Fuel Market Report newsletter for your weekly fill of updates!

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Fuel Market Report: June 22nd – June 28th, 2025 1024 683 Star Oilco

Fuel Market Report: June 22nd – June 28th, 2025

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1-month average retail fuel price trends in Oregon, Washington, and the USA alongside crude oil prices for June 22nd through June 28th

Wholesale Price Average 6/28/25

Wholesale LowWholesale Avg
E10$2.43$2.56
B5$3.16$3.27
B20$3.27$3.32
R99$3.13$3.27

Average Retail Prices 6/28/25

NationalOregonWashington
E10$3.19$4.05$4.43
B5$3.69$4.46$4.92

Taxes

FederalState: ORLocalState: WA
Gas$0.184$0.40$0-.13$0.494
Diesel$0.244$0.40$0-.13$0.494

Oregon Fuel Price Variance

Current average fuel prices for regular, mid-grade, premium gasoline, and diesel in June 2025.

Fuel Market News

The past week brought downward price fluctuations as oil prices dipped and rack averages dropped. Rack averages in Portland were $0.10/gal lower than the week prior across the board for both gas and diesel. The retail street price did not see these dips, as the Oregon retail average remained high around $4.15 and closer to $4.20 in the greater Portland area. After the heightened tensions and missile strikes on Iran, many analysts expected the market to skyrocket for crude oil prices, while the opposite occurred. Crude oil prices peaked at $74/barrel on June 20th and have since dropped below $65 as of the 30th.

Oregonians may be in store for higher diesel prices this year with the end of Blenders Tax Credits, the introduction of the Producers Tax Credit & the Oregon Climate Protection Program going into 2025. For more on this report, visit the link below.

2025 Fuel Market Outlook: Oregon

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Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.

Crude oil is trading below $65, at a current price of $64.91/barrel. This is $3.85/barrel lower than it was last week.

 

Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxesa helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $64.91/barrel compared to $68.76/barrel last week and $74 a year ago.

It’s essential to recognize that fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other regional factors. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.

For other news in the fuel market:

https://gasprices.aaa.com/?state=OR

https://www.gasbuddy.com/charts

Join the Fuel Market Report newsletter for your weekly fill of updates!

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Fuel Market Report: June 15th – June 21st, 2025 1024 683 Star Oilco

Fuel Market Report: June 15th – June 21st, 2025

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1-month average retail fuel price trends in Oregon, Washington, and the USA alongside crude oil prices for June 15th through June 21st

Wholesale Price Average 6/21/25

Wholesale LowWholesale Avg
E10$2.74$2.80
B5$3.28$3.39
B20$3.39$3.45
R99$3.27$3.38

Average Retail Prices 6/21/25

NationalOregonWashington
E10$3.22$4.06$4.44
B5$3.68$4.42$4.86

Taxes

FederalState: ORLocalState: WA
Gas$0.184$0.40$0-.13$0.494
Diesel$0.244$0.40$0-.13$0.494

Oregon Fuel Price Variance

June 2025 chart of Oregon average fuel prices for Regular, Mid, Premium, and Diesel.

Fuel Market News

The past week brought in more upward price fluctuation following the escalated tensions in the Middle East involving Israel, Iran, and the U.S. Crude oil jumped up to $77/barrel on Thursday but has since trickled back down below $70 as of Monday. Rack averages in Portland jumped $0.17/gal on gas, $0.27/gal on B5 diesel, $0.26/gal on B20 diesel & $0.23/gal on R99 Renewable diesel. The largest price hikes we’ve seen all year for a single week. The U.S coordinated bomb strikes on Iran on Sunday, June 22nd, which were followed by Iran attacking US bases in Qatar, while not officially announced, these are both signs of a new war beginning between the US & Iran. What this could mean for crude oil and commodity pricing is unknown, but it is assumed that crude oil will begin a sharp climb in price in the weeks to follow.

Oregonians may be in store for higher diesel prices this year with the end of Blenders Tax Credits, the introduction of the Producers Tax Credit & the Oregon Climate Protection Program going into 2025. For more on this report, visit the link below.

2025 Fuel Market Outlook: Oregon

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Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.

Crude oil is trading below $70, at a current price of $68.76/barrel. This is $2.56/barrel lower than it was last week. 

 

Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxesa helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $68.83barrel compared to $71.32/barrel last week and $72 a year ago. 

Fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other factors regionally. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.

Join the Fuel Market Report newsletter for your weekly fill of updates!

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Fuel Market Report: June 8th – June 14th, 2025 1024 683 Star Oilco

Fuel Market Report: June 8th – June 14th, 2025

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Fuel Market Report June 8th to June 14th, 2025

Wholesale Price Average 6/14/25

Wholesale LowWholesale Avg
E10$2.57$2.63
B5$3.08$3.12
B20$3.09$3.19
R99$3.10$3.15

Average Retail Prices 6/14/25

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E10$3.14$3.99$4.37
B5$3.52$4.22$4.70

Taxes

FederalState: ORLocalState: WA
Gas$0.184$0.40$0-.13$0.494
Diesel$0.244$0.40$0-.13$0.494

Oregon Fuel Price Variance

Fuel Market Report June 8th to June 14th, 2025

Fuel Market News

Fuel prices are up across the board this past week following heightened tensions in the Middle East. Crude oil jumped $4/barrel on 06/13 following Israel’s bomb strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. This ongoing conflict has led to significant pricing fluctuations on crude oil, while also leaving many uncertain about what is next and how Iran will respond. Rack averages in Portland jumped $0.13/gal on gasoline, $0.11/gal on B5 diesel, $0.13/gal on B20 diesel, & $0.10/gal on R99 Renewable diesel. These price jumps come as no surprise after the significant jump in crude oil prices over the last week. We are entering the busy summer traveling season, which means more cars on the road and more people traveling over weekends. Expect both gas and diesel prices to remain near their current price levels as summer fuel prices are always a bit higher than the rest of the year.

Oregonians may be in store for higher diesel prices this year with the end of Blenders Tax Credits, the introduction of the Producers Tax Credit & the Oregon Climate Protection Program going into 2025. For more on this report, visit the link below.

2025 Fuel Market Outlook: Oregon

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Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.

Crude oil is trading above $70, for the first time in months, at a current price of $71.32/barrel. This is $5.96/barrel higher than it was last week.

 

Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxesa helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $71.32/barrel compared to $65.36/barrel last week and $73 a year ago.

 

Fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other factors regionally. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.

Join the Fuel Market Report newsletter for your weekly fill of updates!

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Fuel Market Report: June 1st – June 7th, 2025 1024 683 Star Oilco

Fuel Market Report: June 1st – June 7th, 2025

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1-month average retail fuel price trends in Oregon, Washington, and the USA alongside crude oil prices for June 1st through June 7th

Wholesale Price Average 6/7/25

Wholesale LowWholesale Avg
E10$2.42$2.50
B5$2.93$3.01
B20$2.95$3.06
R99$2.96$3.05

Average Retail Prices 6/7/25

NationalOregonWashington
E10$3.12$3.97$4.36
B5$3.51$4.15$4.68

Taxes

FederalState: ORLocalState: WA
Gas$0.184$0.40$0-.13$0.494
Diesel$0.244$0.40$0-.13$0.494

Oregon Fuel Price Variance

Fuel Market Report June 2nd to June 8th, 2025

Fuel Market News

Diesel prices are up and gas is down slightly this past week, as fuel prices experience another week of mixed volatilityAs we roll into June and the summer driving season, we can expect demand to stay high while supply may decline. Crude oil is trading just about $65 at a current price of $65.36/barrel on WTI Crude. The EU and the Trump administration are planning to impose new sanctions on Russia, including a $45/barrel price cap on Russian Oil, targeting the shadow oil fleet, LNG projects, and energy industry firms. These sanctions, along with production announcements from OPEC+, may lead to a much different Crude supply within the market. Some analysts are predicting $50/barrel Crude this year.

Oregonians may be in store for higher diesel prices this year with the end of Blenders Tax Credits, the introduction of the Producers Tax Credit & the Oregon Climate Protection Program going into 2025. For more on this report, visit the link below.

2025 Fuel Market Outlook: Oregon

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Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.

Crude oil is trading above $65, at a current price of $65.36/barrel. This is $2.56/barrel higher than it was last week. 

 

Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxesa helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $65.36/barrel compared to $62.80/barrel last week and $71 a year ago. 

Fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other factors regionally. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.

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Fuel Market Report: May 25th – May 31st, 2025 1024 683 Star Oilco

Fuel Market Report: May 25th – May 31st, 2025

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1-month average retail fuel price trends in Oregon, Washington, and the USA alongside crude oil prices for May 25th through May 31st.

Wholesale Price Average 5/31/25

Wholesale LowWholesale Avg
E10$2.54$2.60
B5$2.87$2.96
B20$2.88$3.92
R99$2.98$3.07

Average Retail Prices 5/31/25

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E10$3.14$3.99$4.40
B5$3.51$4.12$4.65

Taxes

FederalState: ORLocalState: WA
Gas$0.184$0.40$0-.13$0.494
Diesel$0.244$0.40$0-.13$0.494

Oregon Fuel Price Variance

Oregon average fuel prices May 2025 for Regular, Mid, Premium, and Diesel compared to last year.

Fuel Market News

Fuel prices experienced a mix of price fluctuation this past week as rack averages for gas, R99, and B20 were down while B5 was up. Rack averages in Portland for E10 dipped $0.11/gal along with R99 and B20 dropping $0.06/gal, while B5 jumped $0.07/gal. This was the first time in three weeks that prices dropped on any products. Crude oil is still hovering around $60/barrel, and fuel prices are poised to see upward price fluctuation in summer months with the summer driving season upon us, increased demand, and summer fuel blends in full supply.

Oregonians may be in store for higher diesel prices this year with the end of Blenders Tax Credits, the introduction of the Producers Tax Credit & the Oregon Climate Protection Program going into 2025. For more on this report, visit the link below.

2025 Fuel Market Outlook: Oregon

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Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.

Crude oil is trading slightly above $60, at a current price of $62.80/barrel. This is $1.08/barrel higher than it was last week. 

 

Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxesa helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $62.80/barrel compared to $61.88/barrel last week and $74 a year ago. 

Fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other factors regionally. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.

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Fuel Market Report: May 4th – May 10th, 2025 1024 683 Star Oilco

Fuel Market Report: May 4th – May 10th, 2025

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1-month average retail fuel price trends in Oregon, Washington, and the USA alongside crude oil prices for May 4th through May 10th

Wholesale Price Average 5/10/25

Wholesale LowWholesale Avg
E10$2.48$2.59
B5$2.47$2.58
B20$2.59$2.61
R99$2.76$2.82

Average Retail Prices 5/10/25

NationalOregonWashington
E10$3.14$3.92$4.28
B5$3.51$3.90$4.45

Taxes

FederalState: ORLocalState: WA
Gas$0.184$0.40$0-.13$0.494
Diesel$0.244$0.40$0-.13$0.494

Oregon Fuel Price Variance

Oregon average fuel prices early May 2025 for Regular, Mid, Premium, and Diesel with comparisons to past averages.

Fuel Market News

Fuel prices jumped this past week, with both gas and diesel seeing an uptick. There was a $0.20/gal increase between the 3rd and the 12th, marking the biggest price per gal increase in just over a week within the last few months. Markets have responded positively to optimism from early U.S. & China trade negotiations, with oil prices surging over $3/barrel in the last week and the Dow up 3.44% in the last 5 days. Although this optimism may not last long with inflation reports due May 13th.  

Oregonians may be in store for higher diesel prices this year with the end of Blenders Tax Credits, the introduction of the Producers Tax Credit & the Oregon Climate Protection Program going into 2025. For more on this report, visit the link below.

2025 Fuel Market Outlook: Oregon

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Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.

Crude oil is trading slightly above $60, at a current price of $61.88/barrel. This is $4.76 higher than it was last week.

 

Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxesa helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $61.88/barrel compared to $57.12/barrel last week and $71 a year ago. 

Fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other factors regionally. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.

Join the Fuel Market Report newsletter for your weekly fill of updates!