Gas prices surge across Georgia as tensions in Iran push oil prices higher
Gas prices have jumped nearly 20 cents over the past week in both metro Atlanta and statewide. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is now about $4.
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Gas prices have jumped nearly 20 cents over the past week in both metro Atlanta and statewide. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is now about $4.
At Sunnybrook Stables in Cobb County, the rising diesel prices are showing up in the cost of keeping its horses fed.
Georgia drivers are paying more at the pump this week as gas prices continue to climb, mirroring a nationwide increase tied to rising crude oil prices.
With gas prices rising due to renewed tensions with Iran and Georgia's reinstated fuel tax, Pastor Jeremy Tuck of Connection Point Church in Forest Park is helping drivers.
The national average for a gallon of regular gas in the U.S. drops to $3.99, the lowest since March 30.
Georgia's gas tax holiday is over, but drivers might not see the price at the pump jump up everywhere at the same time.
With Georgia's gas tax suspension ending, Clarence Cox of Georgia Coach Lines faces mounting fuel costs and tough choices to keep his fleet rolling.
Gov. Brian Kemp will not extend the suspension of Georgia's gas tax again, meaning that it will expire on Tuesday night.
Warnock is demanding updates from federal regulators as investigators examine unusual oil trades placed ahead of major Iran war developments, while Georgians continue feeling the impact of rising energy and fuel costs tied to the conflict.
The owner of lawn care company Cut Like A Girl estimates she's spending hundreds of dollars a day on gas for her equipment and trucks.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has extended the suspension of the state's gas tax for two additional weeks.
President Trump made the comments in a phone interview with CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes.
Commuters across Georgia are feeling the squeeze this week as gasoline prices saw a dramatic spike, jumping nearly 30 cents per gallon in the last week.
The average cost of a gallon of gas in Georgia is now more than $4, a price that the state hasn't seen in years.
Gas prices are now 52% higher than prior to the Iran war, with drivers paying $1.56 more per gallon, data shows.
Georgia drivers are now paying over 80 cents more for a gallon of gas than they did at this time last year.
The average cost of a gallon of gasoline hit $4.18 on Tuesday, up $1.20 since the conflict in the Middle East started on Feb. 28.
Gas prices have remained steady over the last week, but that doesn't mean drivers aren't feeling the pain.
Gas prices in the U.S. could near a record high later this month if the Strait of Hormuz remains sealed, energy industry experts warn.
As families across metro Atlanta prepare to hit the road for spring break, the price of gas shows no signs of dropping.
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
Relief is on the way for Georgia drivers who have been feeling the pain at the gas pump.
A bill that would suspend Georgia's motor fuel tax for 60 days is now heading to Gov. Kemp's desk for his signature.
The Georgia House of Representatives on Wednesday approved an amendment to House Bill 1199 that would suspend the state's motor fuel tax for 60 days. The measure now heads back to the Georgia State Senate for further consideration before it can reach Gov. Brian Kemp for his signature.
The climbing coast of diesel fuel could mean higher prices for metro Atlanta families already feeling the effects of inflation.
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