Gas Prices

Americans Turn To Transit For Gas Price Relief

Record gas prices have helped the nation's transit systems attract record numbers of riders. Notably, the biggest increases have occurred in the South and West, where public transportation has traditionally been underutilized.

May 12, 2008 - The Seattle Times

Gas Prices Hurting Housing Market

The bursting of the housing bubble may be tied to rising gas prices, according to one economist.

May 5, 2008 - The Oregonian

Even With Soaring Prices, U.S. Gas Is Still Cheap

With gas averaging $3.45 a gallon, the U.S. still only ranks as the 110th most expensive place to buy gas -- out of 155 countries.

May 1, 2008 - CNN Money

Did Rising Gas Prices Burst The Housing Bubble?

A new reports says high gas prices have contributed to falling house prices in the nation's suburbs.

April 30, 2008 - The Oregonian

British Columbians Ditching Cars

More people in British Columbia are responding to higher gas prices by ditching their cars and rising bikes, taking transit and walking, according to a recent survey.

March 31, 2008 - The Vancouver Sun

U.S. Gas Consumption Drops - First Time In 16 Years

Economic recession and soaring gas prices have resulted in the largest, demand-induced, sustained decline in gas consumption in 16 years. Motorists are reacting to the higher prices and weaker economy in their vehicle selection and driving behavior.

March 6, 2008 - The Wall Street Journal

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