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Pulse of the economy: The new frugality Nov 27, 2008
The recent drop in gas prices has helped a little. Warner said she had only been filling up half her tank, which cost about $20. (AZCentral -- Business)
Thanksgiving Travel Down Nov 27, 2008
Most of that has been blamed on high gas prices. But now with fuel costs dropping to just above $2 a gallon, there are other factors keeping people home. (FOX23 News, NY)
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What's going on with gas prices around the country ... Bruce wrote on Oct 2, 2008 7:50 PM:" Why is Canton gas prices are 9 to 11 cents higher than peoria's ????? " ... Jean wrote on Aug 8, 2008 7:55 PM:" I moved to Houston, Tx. a few years ago and the gas here has been as high as $4.12 and since the threat of the tropical storm the gas has dropped down to $3.60. But I think one thing that everyone has forgotten, is that the gas prices effect everyone and everything. I work in a grocery store and... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Letters to the editor (Nov. 26) Nov 27, 2008
Onerous Mallory wrote on Nov 26, 2008 1:17 PM:" Bill, lowering prices on autos is not a good idea. Why would I want to buy the same old pieces of s**t just because they are cheaper. As you state, they need to sell automobiles here that people want to buy. Simply because gas prices are dropping now doesn't mean most people are stupid enough to believe they will stay low. Most people now are looking for fuel efficiency and alternative fuels. The American auto industry is getting demolished by... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Oil falls to near $53 as US demand outlook worsens Nov 27, 2008
Low gas prices are posted at a gas station in Stockton, Calif. Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Better days ahead? Nov 27, 2008
Like almost everybody else, I ve been enjoying the recently falling gas prices. I had gotten used to looking at the signs at filling stations and wincing, seeing 3 and 4 gas prices that made me gulp and watching the little numbers on the gas pumps spinning way too fast ... Watching the gas prices fall has become one of my favorite hobbies. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
One gas station was running on empty as prices hit three-year low Nov 27, 2008
A Winona gas station ran out of unleaded fuel Friday evening after gas prices dipped to their lowest in more than three years ... Gas prices in Winona began the day at 1. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Christmas in the big cities: Milwaukee and Chicago offer plenty of ways to find your holiday spirit Nov 27, 2008
Since gas prices have come back down into the reasonable zone, travel has become a more viable option. And both Milwaukee and Chicago offer a variety of holiday experiences that are not only free (or practically free), but fun for all ages. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Holiday Travel Season Takes Off Nov 27, 2008
CALCULATE: CURRENT GAS PRICES ... For those who will drive, lower gas prices may make the ride a little more enjoyable. (Click2Houston, TX)
Monday, November 10, 2008 Nov 27, 2008
"This is good news for sellers and buyers of big gas hog SUVs. Buyers with damaged short-term memories will now rush in and get great deals on the these Jurassic Mammoths and will enjoy sub- 3 gas for a while. Manufacturers have a window of opportunity to clear these monsters from inventory. Me? I won't get fooled again. No vehicle that gets less than 30 mpg overall will ever be in my driveway because gas prices will come back higher than ever at some point in the future." jramagic. "Maybe if... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Alternative Home Heating Methods Keep Costs Down Nov 27, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. -- Gas prices may have gone down, but in recent weeks, home heating costs are soaring ... For a $20 dollar permit, residents can get 4 cords, and now that gas prices are getting lower, for some it's more economical. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Lower Gas Prices May Mean More Holiday Traffic Nov 27, 2008
Traffic may increase this year with gas prices now below two dollars a gallon ... "I would not have tried it earlier this year, or in the middle of this year with the way fuel prices were, Coryle said.For El Paso resident Justin Rios, lower gas prices mean he can be with his family in Ruidoso on Thanksgiving.If prices had not dropped, it would have been a different story.I probably wouldn't even make the trip, Rios said. I might have to cancel [the trip] for the holidays, but I'm glad it has... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Car dealers on a rough road Nov 27, 2008
And falling gas prices are helping to move larger vehicles back to the front of the sales lot. We re seeing renewed action in the full-size truck area, she says. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
52 MOMS working to keep neighbors comfortable this season Nov 26, 2008
Whether the gas prices are lower or not, it s still going to be difficult for people to pay their electric bills. We re just trying to help them out. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Thanksgiving travel down Nov 26, 2008
Because of the recent dip in gas prices, (driving is) something you think would increase in people traveling, Armstrong said ... If a family were on the fence, the lower gas prices may have them taking the trip, Niemi said. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Our View: A bright spot in the economy Nov 26, 2008
But at least consumers are seeing some respite, and lower gas prices should help suppress the cost of other goods that would otherwise be inflated to cover the cost of fuel. The economy is hardly out of the woods yet. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
German Import Prices Drop Most Since Records Began in 1962 on Cost of Oil Nov 26, 2008
Natural gas prices rose 4. 5 percent from September and 60 percent in the year. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
Electric vehicles new buzz at LA auto show Nov 26, 2008
LOS ANGELES: Despite plunging gas prices, the auto industry's move to greener and more fuel-efficient technology appears to be gaining momentum with a growing number of manufacturers betting on a market for cars, trucks and crossovers running entirely on battery power. The transformation is being driven home at the Los Angeles Auto Show which runs until the end of the week and showcases a new focus on "electrification," the industry buzzword for supplementing or replacing the internal combustion... (India Times)
CenTex cleantech industry booms despite challenges Nov 26, 2008 DAN KLINE COLUMN: When begging, please dress like a pauper Nov 26, 2008 More of this story Nov 26, 2008 Bolivian Gas Crackdown May Spur Inflation in Brazil, Argentina Nov 26, 2008 UM students heading for home Nov 26, 2008 On the right track Nov 26, 2008 Canext Announces Third Quarter Results and Operational Update Nov 26, 2008 Troopers on alert for holiday traffic safety Nov 26, 2008 Local man treats animal ailments with plant oils Nov 26, 2008 Roads, skies to be less crowded over Thanksgiving Nov 26, 2008 Daredevil Sets New Record With Jet Pack Nov 26, 2008 Few object to TID rate hike proposal Nov 26, 2008 Buoyed by Low Gas Prices, People Hit the Road for the Holidays Nov 26, 2008 Low fuel prices may offset tough economy for many Nov 26, 2008 Gas prices head below $1.90 per gallon Nov 26, 2008 Post a comment » Nov 26, 2008 Fewer holiday travelers expected Nov 26, 2008 Despite sinking gas prices, Nevada drivers still favor fuel efficiency Nov 26, 2008 Amaranth, Traders Reach Deal With Regulators on Gas-Futures Manipulation Nov 26, 2008 Gas prices now below $2 in most of Arizona Nov 26, 2008 Valley residents remain split over cost, effects of light rail Nov 26, 2008 One gas station was running on empty as prices hit three-year low Nov 26, 2008 Golden chutes back in vogue Nov 26, 2008 Monday, November 10, 2008 Nov 26, 2008 Southern Californians avoiding big trips for Thanksgiving Nov 26, 2008 Gas prices across Bay State slump below $2 Nov 25, 2008 Black Hills Corp. Revises 2008 and 2009 Earnings Guidance Nov 25, 2008 Our View: A bright spot in the economy Nov 25, 2008 Consumer Confidence in Germany Unexpectedly Rises on Declining Oil Price Nov 25, 2008 Gas prices drop but motorists stay put Nov 25, 2008 Our view: Natural gas bargain Nov 25, 2008 Oil spikes 9 percent on another bailout Nov 25, 2008 Bring on the pipeline, look for housing Nov 25, 2008 Columbia High Student Heather Whitehead, 16, tops off her mothers GMC Envoy at the B&B Food Store on U.S. Highway 441. Regular gasoline prices officially dipped below $2 per gallon in Florida this week. Hopefully gas prices stay like this when I get my own car, Whitehead said, pumping $1.98 per gallon fuel into her vehicle. Ill be happy with gas to stay around this price. JASON MATTHEW WALKER/Lake City Reporter Nov 25, 2008 Ukraine and Russias Gas Confrontation Advance Europe to New Partners Nov 25, 2008 How to save time, $$ while flying this season Nov 25, 2008 Problems plague federal flex-fuel fleet Nov 25, 2008 Bolivian Gas Crackdown May Spur Inflation in Brazil, Argentina Nov 25, 2008 PSC hopefuls debate regs, reactors Nov 25, 2008 Entergy plans to cut rate 14% Nov 25, 2008 Gas and holiday travel Nov 25, 2008 Bay Area seeks to become electric-car capital Nov 25, 2008 HGTV Star Speaks At Energy Summit Nov 25, 2008 Canadian Spirit Resources Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results Nov 25, 2008 Will we still go green? Nov 25, 2008 Gas prices continue to slide Nov 25, 2008 Auto industry planning car pool to Wash. Nov 25, 2008 Holiday Travel Is Bargain Spot for the Willing Nov 25, 2008 Click for Full Story Nov 25, 2008 Bush Grants Pardons To 3 Texans, 11 Others Nov 25, 2008 Fewer to drive, fly for holiday Nov 25, 2008 Burns Harbor steelworkers could face layoffs Nov 25, 2008 Post a comment » Nov 25, 2008 Uncertainty grips auto sales Nov 25, 2008 Business briefs Nov 25, 2008 Jessica book sales fall short Nov 25, 2008 One gas station was running on empty as prices hit three-year low Nov 25, 2008 Fewer travelers expected over holiday: AAA Nov 25, 2008 Energy: In Alaska, The Drill Is Gone Nov 25, 2008 Monday, November 10, 2008 Nov 25, 2008 Best And Worst Bang For The Buck Cities Nov 25, 2008 Catholic Charities urges those who can help to do so Nov 24, 2008 Local residents bucking travel holiday trend Nov 24, 2008 NI's electricity prices reviewed Nov 24, 2008 Survey: National gas prices break the $2 mark Nov 24, 2008
Sure, cleantech received plenty of attention and venture capital when gas prices topped $2 per gallon. But conditions chill when prices stabilize and urgency lessens, Smith says. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Last Minute Seats Available for Air Travel Nov 26, 2008
However, in many cases, because gas prices are so low, driving can be a better deal. Say you drove to Albany last Thanksgiving. (WOKR13 Rochester)
While gas prices, economic changes and cheap foreign labor did not help the American auto industry, it's clear nothing could help three CEOs so out of touch with the public ... From the advent of foreign competition to gas prices making all their profitable cars irrelevant and Kid Rock repeatedly reminding people that he comes from there, this city has had more than a few difficulties. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Even with Lower Gas Prices, Turkey Dinner to Cost More. LITTLE ROCK It will be a while before lower fuel prices are reflected in cheaper food prices at the supermarket. (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Morales's plan to raise taxes on gas produced for export to as much as 82 percent alone may cause Brazilian gas prices to rise as much as 15 percent, Bacoccoli said ... Under a contract maturing in 2019, Petroleo Brasileiro, or Petrobras, pays Bolivia less than half the natural gas prices in North America. (Yahoo News -- Argentina)
University of Montana students should be thankful for lower gas prices this holiday season, as many now can afford to travel home to enjoy mom's yummy cooking instead of choking down their own. Erica Laferriere, of Bozeman, plans to spend Thanksgiving with her family at their Seeley Lake cabin. (Missoulian, MT)
Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell has a good take on the return of passenger-train service in the USA. Rendell contends high gas prices and concerns about dependence on imported oil have made people more willing to invest in passenger rail. There is an appetite for city-to-city rail, Rendell told reporters recently, according to an AP story. (Washington Daily News, NC)
A majority of the budget will be spent on oil development at Sweeney based on the current outlook for oil and gas prices. Canext has a preliminary capital budget that is operating within its existing cash flow and lines of credit for 2009 to grow the production and reserve base. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
com Slightly fewer people will travel this Thanksgiving despite gas prices below $2 a gallon, but Georgia State Patrol troopers still are preparing for thousands of auto crashes and hundreds of injuries ... Lower gas prices, busy roadways ... Slightly fewer people will travel this Thanksgiving despite gas prices below $2 a gallon, but Georgia State Patrol troopers still are preparing for thousands of auto crashes and hundreds of injuries. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Are you driving more now that gas prices have declined. Yes, quite a bit. (Chetek Alert, WI)
CHICAGO Despite plummeting gas prices and unusual last-minute holiday deals on airplane tickets, more people are expected to stick close to home this Thanksgiving ... In comparison, over the July 4 weekend when gas prices were far higher than the same weekend the previous year, the number of travelers dropped just 2 ... He said he was pleased when gas prices began falling several weeks ago. (Yahoo News)
With gas prices though the roof, you need to make every drop count. Find out how here. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Gas prices have dropped recently but remain volatile, he said. The TID also faces the cost of meeting state mandates, including increased use of renewable energy sources, he said. (Modesto Bee, CA)
- The Wednesday before Thanksgiving is notoriously one of the biggest travel days of the entire year, and while AAA expects fewer people from D.C. and its suburbs will be traveling long distances this year, the low gas prices won't make the roads barren ... "It makes it much easier to travel by [car] because the gas prices have lowered," said Virginia resident Christina Garcia ... At the gas pump, many are excited about the low gas prices and are hoping the downward trend continues, including... (ABC 7 News, DC)
With gas prices increasingly on the decline, many Hanford residents questioned on Monday said that the hurting economy would not prevent them from traveling during the holidays ... "Lower gas prices are definitely helping consumers, what with the economic slowdown," said Bill Day, director of Media Relations for the Valero Energy Corporation ... Since the rise and subsequent fall of gas prices over the summer, trains across the country have shown record passenger numbers, according to Amtrak... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Gas prices head below $1 ... Gas prices head below $1. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
What's going on with gas prices around the country ... Bruce wrote on Oct 2, 2008 7:50 PM:" Why is Canton gas prices are 9 to 11 cents higher than peoria's ????? " ... Jean wrote on Aug 8, 2008 7:55 PM:" I moved to Houston, Tx. a few years ago and the gas here has been as high as $4.12 and since the threat of the tropical storm the gas has dropped down to $3.60. But I think one thing that everyone has forgotten, is that the gas prices effect everyone and everything. I work in a grocery store and... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Despite gas prices nearing 2 in Oregon and nationally, more people are expected to stay home for the Thanksgiving holiday ... Those who do hit the road will see gas prices that haven t been this low since early 2005. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Despite sinking gas prices, Nevada drivers still favor. Call us at 322-4444. (KRNV.com, NV)
That case alleges attempted manipulation of gas prices during the same time period in 2006, and seeks a permanent ban on Hunter from trading in markets it oversees. Hunter has filed several court cases seeking to block the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission from moving forward with its enforcement action. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
by Lauren Kawam - Nov. 26, 2008 12:00 AM The Arizona Republic. Only three Arizona cities are still paying an average of $2 or more for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline. (AZCentral -- News)
He says the Valley's growth will turn inward as gas prices and commuting times increase, making rail more attractive. "We've got to reverse urban sprawl," he said. (AZCentral -- News)
A Winona gas station ran out of unleaded fuel Friday evening after gas prices dipped to their lowest in more than three years ... Gas prices in Winona began the day at 1. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Since oil and gas prices had fortuitously forged ahead, the options were suddenly worth a lot. Over compensating. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
"This is good news for sellers and buyers of big gas hog SUVs. Buyers with damaged short-term memories will now rush in and get great deals on the these Jurassic Mammoths and will enjoy sub- 3 gas for a while. Manufacturers have a window of opportunity to clear these monsters from inventory. Me? I won't get fooled again. No vehicle that gets less than 30 mpg overall will ever be in my driveway because gas prices will come back higher than ever at some point in the future." jramagic. "Maybe if... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Despite plunging gas prices, said AAA spokesman Jeffrey Spring, people are tentative about the economy and they don't want to commit as much as last year to making the Thanksgiving trip. Jeremy Herman of Tierrasanta plans to drive to Moreno Valley in Riverside County to visit relatives on Thanksgiving. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Given the uncertainty of future oil and gas prices and resulting impacts on capital expenditures, the company does not intend to provide guidance on future production growth rates; -- Anticipated oil and gas annual average NYMEX prices of $7 ... 10 per share of one-time integration-related expenses related to the recently acquired Aquila utilities, now doing business as Black Hills Energy; -- Lower utilization of the energy marketing stand-alone credit facility and conservative cash flow... (PR Newswire)
But at least consumers are seeing some respite, and lower gas prices should help suppress the cost of other goods that would otherwise be inflated to cover the cost of fuel. The economy is hardly out of the woods yet. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Declining heating oil and fuel costs and the expectation that gas prices will follow suit is increasing households purchasing power, giving them room to spend. . (Bloomberg -- Germany)
The price of gas ebbs and flows in tandem with the stock market, with higher gas prices when the economy is better, he said ... Moss said she plans to visit family in the San Joaquin Valley for Thanksgiving a trip she would have taken regardless of gas prices. (Lompoc Record, CA)
That's the crux of a big dispute that will affect future gas prices for customers throughout Southcentral ... Ah, but the companies have been steadily working to raise Cook Inlet gas prices as close to Lower 48 prices as possible. (Anchorage Daily News)
Gas prices continued to drop overnight, with the national average price for regular dropping about 2 cents to $1. 908 a gallon, according to according to auto club AAA, the Oil Price Information Service and Wright Express. (Anchorage Daily News)
The pipeline will bring more access to natural gas in the Powder River Basin, which will help developers get higher gas prices. This should help the Powder River Basin gas prices because we have got a pretty significant price differential now between what they get in Oklahoma or Texas compared to what we get. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Hopefully gas prices stay like this when I get my own car, Whitehead said, pumping $1. 98 per gallon fuel into her vehicle. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Since 2009, Gasprom is to increase the gas prices for Ukraine to $400. Today, Moscow supplies the Central Asian gas to Kiev for $ $179,500 per 1,000 cu m, while it costs about $500 per 1,000 cu m for Europe. (Trend News Agency)
At least gas prices have come down, though AAA just announced the first drop in Thanksgiving travel since 2002. They estimate that 41 million Americans will travel Thanksgiving weekend, most by car but nearly 4. (CNN -- Travel)
Station owners face a vexing challenge: how to compete with more than 160,000 gasoline stations located on nearly every street corner, especially as gas prices drop. In 1992, just after the Persian Gulf War, Congress passed the Energy Policy Act, hoping to harness the government's buying power to spark a green vehicle revolution. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Morales's plan to raise taxes on gas produced for export to as much as 82 percent alone may cause Brazilian gas prices to rise as much as 15 percent, Bacoccoli said ... Under a contract maturing in 2019, Petroleo Brasileiro, or Petrobras, pays Bolivia less than half the natural gas prices in North America. (Yahoo News -- Argentina)
Democrat Powell defended his decades of experience at the U.S. Department of Energy, after McDonald questioned what he d done while gas prices soared. He said he specialized in energy efficiency and renewable energy, areas that hadn t been supported by the departing presidential administration. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
After a summer of rising rates, Entergy customers soon should see an average $40 off their electric bills - the result of falling natural gas prices across the U.S. ... At that time, a spike in natural gas prices across the country spurred a 28 percent jump in Entergy's bills ... "We are still in a national energy crisis, natural gas prices are still too high and we are still working hard to find solutions that will benefit our customers. "This is not a problem that will be solved overnight. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Sanjaya de Silva, owner of the Spirit gas station at Broadway and Battles Road, lowers gas prices Monday ... Moss said she plans to visit family in the San Joaquin Valley for Thanksgiving a trip she would have taken regardless of gas prices ... Now that they're (gas prices) lower, we'll monitor the prices closer to make adjustments, Ness said. (Santa Maria Times)
While the electric option may make sense long term, there are short-term concerns such as dropping gas prices and credit woes that could undercut investment. Prominent green futurist Alex Steffen was also optimistic about the plan. (Christian Science Monitor)
With gas prices though the roof, you need to make every drop count. Find out how here. (KCRA 3, CA)
Further evaluation of the Upper Montney Formation on this block of seven sections may be undertaken in the future with the development of infrastructure, technological improvements or higher natural gas prices. During the drilling of these two wells, other potentially economic gas zones were identified and are expected to be further evaluated. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
And with gas prices now around $2 a gallon in the United States, strapped consumers may be less inclined than they once were to trade in their gas-guzzling models in any case. President-elect Barack Obama and the European Union have vowed to stick to commitments to cap emissions of carbon dioxide and invest in new green technologies, arguing that government action could stimulate the economy and create new jobs in producing sustainable energy. (International Herald Tribune)
Gas prices continue their downward trend, with the average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in Florida hovering at about $1. 96, according to the. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
With gas prices so low, are they influencing your Thanksgiving travel plans. Traveling by road. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Despite lower gas prices, 1. 2 percent fewer Americans expect to travel by automobile, AAA said more than 33. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
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Pierce said that if gas prices -- which peaked well above $4 a gallon a few months ago -- hadn't dropped, he would have had to shell out $200 for gasoline to drive to San Diego and back to his home in Visalia ... The drop in gas prices has altered their travel plans slightly: They will take their Nissan truck to Los Angeles, instead of their Saturn, so they can have more leg room and luggage space ... Amtrak ridership initially climbed because of high gas prices, but even now the system's... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Gas prices alone as a difference between NWI and Indianapolis amazes me. Family and friends have been excited about NWI gas prices being 1. (Munster Times, IN)
What's going on with gas prices around the country ... Bruce wrote on Oct 2, 2008 7:50 PM:" Why is Canton gas prices are 9 to 11 cents higher than peoria's ????? " ... Jean wrote on Aug 8, 2008 7:55 PM:" I moved to Houston, Tx. a few years ago and the gas here has been as high as $4.12 and since the threat of the tropical storm the gas has dropped down to $3.60. But I think one thing that everyone has forgotten, is that the gas prices effect everyone and everything. I work in a grocery store and... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
That took a hit when gas prices reached 4 a gallon, but Hummer has since rebound. White's Mountain Motors had seven new Hummer H3Ts, which look like Hummers bred to mid-sized pickups. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
But officials say royalty payments this year will likely dip as natural gas prices drop. Article Rating. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Money & Business - NY Daily News. NY Daily News Home Delivery. (Yahoo News -- Jessica Lynch)
A Winona gas station ran out of unleaded fuel Friday evening after gas prices dipped to their lowest in more than three years ... Gas prices in Winona began the day at 1. (Winona Daily News, MN)
While oil prices jumped 9 percent Monday, gas prices continued to drop overnight. The national average price for regular gasoline fell about 2 cents to $1. (Republican-American)
With gas prices having fallen back to earth, her vast oil-rig conspiracy theory seems to have fallen flat. Proving it was so much hot air was Royal Dutch Shell's recent expenditure of $2. (Investors Business Daily)
"This is good news for sellers and buyers of big gas hog SUVs. Buyers with damaged short-term memories will now rush in and get great deals on the these Jurassic Mammoths and will enjoy sub- 3 gas for a while. Manufacturers have a window of opportunity to clear these monsters from inventory. Me? I won't get fooled again. No vehicle that gets less than 30 mpg overall will ever be in my driveway because gas prices will come back higher than ever at some point in the future." jramagic. "Maybe if... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Top Spots The factors that make the cities on our list valuable--affordable housing, relatively low gas prices, sluggish inflation, a job market that's more vibrant than most--are more than an indication of cheap deals. Instead, they give us a glimpse of the cities that are likely to offer value. (Forbes -- Business)
When the gas prices were high, some families decided they could not drive so they concentrated on food. But then the food prices went up. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Although gas prices have dropped drastically more than a dollar in just the past month the overall economy is a possible reason for the holiday travel decline, said Beth Mosher, director of public affairs for AAA Chicago. And while there will be fewer people flying, there also will be fewer seats available because airlines cut back when fuel costs skyrocketed over the summer. (Northwest Herald)
He said the decision followed the downward trend in recent oil, coal and gas prices. Northern Ireland Electricity raised prices by 14% from 1 July and by 33. (BBC News -- UK)
- A national survey shows gas prices across the nation dropped to less than $2 a gallon for the first time since March 2005. The average price of a gallon of regular gasoline at self-serve stations was $1. (MSNBC -- Politics)
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