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Deuce · 02-27-2011, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by shodanusmc

$4.00 a gallon in Italy? I thought it was around $6 a gallon. There is no reason for the spike as it is all about the oil futures, speculation, and this administrations lack of clear thought process on drilling.

I get gas coupons which are supposed to offset the price to make it comparable to what I'd be paying in the states. If I'm unfortunate enough to run out of coupons for the month then I'm paying close to 2 euro a liter.

Ringo1 · 02-27-2011, 07:29 AM

Last week, it was 2.97 here and on Friday it was 3.39!!! Kinda scary actually.

Cha Cha · 02-27-2011, 07:55 AM

I work for a fuel distributor. The reports we are getting for the near future are not good. Prices always go up over the warmer months and the protests in the mid east are only going to drive prices even higher. Unfortunatley, so many other items will go up due to the rising cost of fuel, which then drives up the cost of freight which is then passed on to the consumer.

EarthAngel · 02-27-2011, 08:02 AM

In my area I have a supermarket that gives money off gas at certain gas stations depending on how much your food receipts are. It has come in handy with gassing up the Tahoe and saving a lot of money, like 1/4 to 1/2 of the total up to 20 gallons of gas.

chachi · 02-27-2011, 08:43 AM

They are so high here that we combine our trips and only drive when its a necessity. The high prices will just continue to affect the economy further its sad

Teresamag · 02-27-2011, 01:49 PM

We live in one of the least expensive areas in the country for some reason. I just filled up yesterday and it was $3.14/gallon in SW Missouri. With both my husband and daughter driving large pick ups and my Mustang GT not being very fuel efficient we are dreading the prices going up this summer. Hubby is getting ready to ride the motorcycle to work to save some money even before it is really "motorcycle weather".
Hubby works in a farm & home store, they have recently raised the price of feed & grain twice because the cost of corn is going up hugely (corn makes ethanol). I think dog food companies will raise the cost of their food very soon, lots of dog foods have corn products and it will cost more to ship their food to the stores with the cost of gas going up.

Teresa

TexasKat08 · 02-27-2011, 02:36 PM

EEEK! No kidding! Gas has gone up $.32 since the last time I filled up. Ridiculous!! My grocery store - Randall's - also gives a discount (up to $.10/gallon), but when prices get this high, it is really inconsequential.

Patti · 02-27-2011, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by PandaGirl

It was like 3.66 but since I was lazy and didn't want to pump my own gas I paid like 3.83

I didn't realize I was paying so much, but also I am pregnant and i didn't want that smell of gas right there in my face. Things are getting way to expensive especially in New York

Wow we haven't had gas stations that pump it for you for 20 years. I hate pumping gas! We are paying 3.55 for regular and it is going up every day.

DvlshAngel985 · 02-27-2011, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Lil Sis

We have a hybrid car...

In that case, you can't come play the complain game.

Just kidding! Even hybrids need gas. I'm starting to wish I had my little brother's Civic Dx. Both of our Civic's only need 10 gallons when we do have to pump for gas, but mine being an Si (an my foot being made of lead) I go through more gas.

Back when gas prices were the same as they are now, I spent $120 on gas each month, and my little bro spent $60 a month. SO NOT FAIR!!!

MauiGirl · 02-27-2011, 03:52 PM

Two days ago it was $4.19 for premium grade on Maui. Probably even higher today, but I won't need gas for another week or so; just staying home.

capt_noonie · 02-27-2011, 08:50 PM

That's one of the best reasons to start biking everywhere! Save gas AND get some exercise!

DvlshAngel985 · 02-27-2011, 08:55 PM

I will be needing a bike please

I really use my car less now. I haven't even taken Kaji out to see Missy in weeks. I have to fill up more often when I drive out there every week. Defeats the purpose of saving money.

capt_noonie · 02-27-2011, 09:11 PM

so did your mom give you permission to come see me for my bday dinner?

maybe you and Adi can carpool?

DvlshAngel985 · 02-27-2011, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by capt_noonie

so did your mom give you permission to come see me for my bday dinner?

maybe you and Adi can carpool?

I haven't asked my momma yet. I'm being sent somewhere for work on Tuesday. I need to get more info on the work situation before I ask my momma to loosen the leash for a night.

RDB911 · 02-28-2011, 06:11 AM

This morning at the gas station, premium was $4.00!!! This is ridiculous!!

02-27-2011, 07:29 AM	#17
Ringo1 Ringo (1) and Lucy too! Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: On the Edge of Glory Posts: 3,447	Last week, it was 2.97 here and on Friday it was 3.39!!! Kinda scary actually. __________________ Mommy to Lucy, Ringo, and Matthew

02-27-2011, 07:55 AM	#18
Cha Cha Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Where the deer and the antelope play Posts: 7,069	I work for a fuel distributor. The reports we are getting for the near future are not good. Prices always go up over the warmer months and the protests in the mid east are only going to drive prices even higher. Unfortunatley, so many other items will go up due to the rising cost of fuel, which then drives up the cost of freight which is then passed on to the consumer. __________________ Shelly and the girls Moka Mylee

02-27-2011, 08:43 AM	#20
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	They are so high here that we combine our trips and only drive when its a necessity. The high prices will just continue to affect the economy further its sad __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

02-27-2011, 02:36 PM	#22
TexasKat08 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 898	EEEK! No kidding! Gas has gone up $.32 since the last time I filled up. Ridiculous!! My grocery store - Randall's - also gives a discount (up to $.10/gallon), but when prices get this high, it is really inconsequential. __________________ Puppy Hugs & Kisses Kathy & Nicco & Baby Dash

02-27-2011, 03:52 PM	#25
MauiGirl Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Maui, Hawaii Posts: 7,740	Two days ago it was $4.19 for premium grade on Maui. Probably even higher today, but I won't need gas for another week or so; just staying home. __________________ SANDY, MOM TO TIKI , KAYLA , KARLEE , R.I.P. MEIKA

02-27-2011, 08:02 AM	#19
EarthAngel Donating YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: New York Posts: 18,134	In my area I have a supermarket that gives money off gas at certain gas stations depending on how much your food receipts are. It has come in handy with gassing up the Tahoe and saving a lot of money, like 1/4 to 1/2 of the total up to 20 gallons of gas.

02-27-2011, 01:49 PM	#21
Teresamag YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 358	We live in one of the least expensive areas in the country for some reason. I just filled up yesterday and it was $3.14/gallon in SW Missouri. With both my husband and daughter driving large pick ups and my Mustang GT not being very fuel efficient we are dreading the prices going up this summer. Hubby is getting ready to ride the motorcycle to work to save some money even before it is really "motorcycle weather". Hubby works in a farm & home store, they have recently raised the price of feed & grain twice because the cost of corn is going up hugely (corn makes ethanol). I think dog food companies will raise the cost of their food very soon, lots of dog foods have corn products and it will cost more to ship their food to the stores with the cost of gas going up. Teresa

02-27-2011, 08:50 PM	#26
capt_noonie www.yorkierescue.com Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Las Vegas & Orange County Posts: 17,408	That's one of the best reasons to start biking everywhere! Save gas AND get some exercise! __________________ The T.U.B. Pack! Toto, Uni, & Bindi RIP Lord Scrappington Montgomery McLimpybottom aka El Lenguo the Handicapped Ninja 10-12-12

02-27-2011, 08:55 PM	#27
DvlshAngel985 Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, California, USA Posts: 12,693	I will be needing a bike please I really use my car less now. I haven't even taken Kaji out to see Missy in weeks. I have to fill up more often when I drive out there every week. Defeats the purpose of saving money. __________________ Littlest JakJak We miss you Kaji

02-27-2011, 09:11 PM	#28
capt_noonie www.yorkierescue.com Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Las Vegas & Orange County Posts: 17,408	so did your mom give you permission to come see me for my bday dinner? maybe you and Adi can carpool? __________________ The T.U.B. Pack! Toto, Uni, & Bindi RIP Lord Scrappington Montgomery McLimpybottom aka El Lenguo the Handicapped Ninja 10-12-12

02-28-2011, 06:11 AM	#30
RDB911 Lola's Love Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mill Valley, CA, USA Posts: 2,934	This morning at the gas station, premium was $4.00!!! This is ridiculous!! __________________ www.NewPuppyPads.com Puppy Pee Pads by the Case and Washable Pee Pads www.PremierYorkie.com