San Francisco Bay Ferry considers fare hikes, service cuts as diesel costs surge
The San Francisco Bay Ferry system is weighing fare increases and schedule changes as officials grapple with surging diesel fuel costs.
The San Francisco Bay Ferry system is weighing fare increases and schedule changes as officials grapple with surging diesel fuel costs.
Gas prices are climbing again with no end in sight, experts say: Here's why
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Diesel gas hits $9.999 per gallon in these two Bay Area cities
According to GasBuddy data, six gas stations in the state have hit the limit and are selling diesel at the dispenser's highest possible price of $9.999 a gallon.
According to GasBuddy data, six gas stations in the state have hit the limit and are selling diesel at the dispenser's highest possible price of $9.999 a gallon.
National average price for diesel reaches all-time high at $5.85 a gallon
The national average price of diesel gasoline has hit a new all-time record high in the U.S. on Friday, rising to an average of $5.85 a gallon.
The national average price of diesel gasoline has hit a new all-time record high in the U.S. on Friday, rising to an average of $5.85 a gallon.
Oil prices up again amid renewed U.S.-Iran tensions
Crude oil prices jumped Monday the United States launched an attack on Iran. KTVU's Tom Vacar spoke with drivers in the Bay Area as they continue to feel pain at the pump.
Crude oil prices jumped Monday the United States launched an attack on Iran. KTVU's Tom Vacar spoke with drivers in the Bay Area as they continue to feel pain at the pump.
California Energy Commission passes new tire efficiency rules to boost fuel economy
Industry leaders warn the rules will phase out about 70% of current tires, significantly raising upfront costs for drivers. Regulators say fuel and electricty savings will offset higher purchase prices.
Industry leaders warn the rules will phase out about 70% of current tires, significantly raising upfront costs for drivers. Regulators say fuel and electricty savings will offset higher purchase prices.
Gas prices hit record highs
The latest inflation numbers show prices are still rising, while gas prices are reaching record highs for this late in the calendar year. Gustavo Flores-Macías, dean of the School of Public Policy at University of Maryland, gives insight.
The latest inflation numbers show prices are still rising, while gas prices are reaching record highs for this late in the calendar year. Gustavo Flores-Macías, dean of the School of Public Policy at University of Maryland, gives insight.
Oil prices ease after US and Iran pause military strikes
Oil prices pulled back this weekend as tensions eased in the Middle East. This comes as both the United States and Iran held off on military actions.
Oil prices pulled back this weekend as tensions eased in the Middle East. This comes as both the United States and Iran held off on military actions.
Persian Gulf tensions drive Bay Area gas prices higher
While global crude oil prices have fluctuated since the conflict began in February, experts warn that the upcoming depletion of emergency petroleum reserves could keep prices elevated.
While global crude oil prices have fluctuated since the conflict began in February, experts warn that the upcoming depletion of emergency petroleum reserves could keep prices elevated.
Freedom Fuel gas station locations open as Trump pushes for lower energy costs
The first Freedom Fuel gas station has opened in Philadelphia as part of a White House‑backed effort to offer drivers discounted gasoline.
The first Freedom Fuel gas station has opened in Philadelphia as part of a White House‑backed effort to offer drivers discounted gasoline.
Gas prices finally dip for the first time since March
For the first time in months, drivers are seeing some welcome relief at the pump. The national average price for gasoline has slipped below four dollars a gallon. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis, at GasBuddy, gives insight.
For the first time in months, drivers are seeing some welcome relief at the pump. The national average price for gasoline has slipped below four dollars a gallon. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis, at GasBuddy, gives insight.
This Bay Area city approves new Costco gas station
Novato has approved the pathway for a new Costco gas station after a long-contested five-year debate.
Novato has approved the pathway for a new Costco gas station after a long-contested five-year debate.
California gas prices reaching all-time highs ahead of Memorial Day
Travel for Memorial Day weekend kicks off today, with experts expecting nearly 6 million Californians to travel away from home despite statewide gas prices reaching all-time highs.
Travel for Memorial Day weekend kicks off today, with experts expecting nearly 6 million Californians to travel away from home despite statewide gas prices reaching all-time highs.
Gas is nearly $8 in this Bay Area city
The astronomical prices of gas in recent weeks are largely attributable to the ongoing war between the United States and Iran.
The astronomical prices of gas in recent weeks are largely attributable to the ongoing war between the United States and Iran.
These New York-area airports saw the most flight disruptions last month
Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled in April, and things like rising oil prices and Spirit Airlines' recent shutdown haven't helped.
Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled in April, and things like rising oil prices and Spirit Airlines' recent shutdown haven't helped.
California gas prices highest in U.S.
According to data from AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in California is now above $6, leading a nationwide surge that has seen prices jump 44 percent since the onset of the conflict.
According to data from AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in California is now above $6, leading a nationwide surge that has seen prices jump 44 percent since the onset of the conflict.
Most Americans blame Trump for rising gas prices, poll finds
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising gasoline prices following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising gasoline prices following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
Ways to save money on gas amid Iran war price hikes
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.
Trump admits gas prices could remain high through November elections
President Donald Trump acknowledged in a Sunday interview that gas prices may rise after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing war stalled.
President Donald Trump acknowledged in a Sunday interview that gas prices may rise after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing war stalled.
Rising oil prices threaten global food security
Global food costs keep climbing, and farmers are feeling the squeeze. The U.N.’s FAO reports another jump in prices, while the U.S. exports phosphate fertilizers even as domestic shortages hit spring planting. William Burke, an agricultural economist, at The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, gives insight.
Global food costs keep climbing, and farmers are feeling the squeeze. The U.N.’s FAO reports another jump in prices, while the U.S. exports phosphate fertilizers even as domestic shortages hit spring planting. William Burke, an agricultural economist, at The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, gives insight.