New data published Thursday shows that despite the higher sticker price, electric cars may actually save drivers money in the long-run.
Struggling energy companies are increasing the production of renewable diesel, which can reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The fuel could play an important role in fighting climate change, but it has been slow to gain traction because of high costs.
A scandal led to a $2.9 billion trust fund for states to put cleaner vehicles on their roads. A lot of the money has gone to more diesel vehicles.