Monthly Archives: June 2008

What’s Behind Soaring Gas Prices?

By dvdmaxwell | Published: June 30, 2008
News & Notes kicks off a week-long series focused on America’s gas and oil crisis with economics contributor Bill Spriggs. He offers an economic overview and breaks down hot button issues like oil speculation and offshore drilling. » E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Original post by Annys Shin
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Road Trippin’: Perspectives at the Pump

By dvdmaxwell | Published: June 30, 2008
Our week-long series, Road Trippin’, is focused on the causes and impact of rising gas prices. On the air, Farai Chideya speaks with a psychologist, a taxi driver, and a car dealership owner to get their firsthand accounts. On our blog, we get insight from drivers at a local gas station. » E-Mail This     » Add [...]
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Cheap Gas in Mexico Lures U.S. Motorists

By dvdmaxwell | Published: June 20, 2008
With gas prices now topping $4 a gallon in much of the United States, some are taking advantage of cheap fuel across the border in Mexico. Big pickups with Texas plates are streaming across the border into Mexico to fill up with cheap gas. » E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Original post by Annys Shin
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Ford Taurus: Case Study in Unlovable Gas Efficiency

By dvdmaxwell | Published: June 14, 2008
When gas prices rise, auto manufacturers respond. Consumers aren’t always happy with the outcome, however. John Heitman, professor of technology at the University of Dayton, talks with NPR’s Scott Simon. » E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Original post by Annys Shin
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As Gas Prices Rise, Trains See Record Ridership

By dvdmaxwell | Published: June 14, 2008
With record gas prices, traffic congestion and airline aggravation, passenger trains are filling up. Amtrak reports ridership and revenues are at an all-time high. Don Itzkoff, former deputy administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration, talks with NPR’s Scott Simon. » E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Original post by Annys Shin
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How High Can Gas Go?

By dvdmaxwell | Published: June 9, 2008
With the national average price of a gallon reaching four dollars, we visit Detroit-area gas stations to hear how motorists are coping. » E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Original post by Annys Shin
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