The White House is considering broader sales of red-dyed diesel (fuel generally reserved for off-road use) to ease diesel prices that have climbed above $6 a gallon. The fuel is typically exempt from most federal fuel taxes, and wider eligibility could lower costs for some buyers, although the effect would depend on how the relief is structured and how much savings sellers pass on. The proposal has emerged as an alternative to a diesel export ban backed by President Donald Trump, which has faced opposition from the oil industry and other businesses. The administration is also seeking voluntary export limits from major refiners, with Energy Secretary Chris Wright contacting executives. Analysts at GasBuddy say broader dyed-diesel use would not address supply shortages or increase diesel availability. Alabama, Louisiana and Nebraska have recently taken temporary steps to relax restrictions, while farmers and truckers continue pressing for relief ahead of November’s midterm elections.