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Gas Prices in Louisiana Down Over 4 Cents In Past Week

Jude Walker — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:59:33 +0000

The average gas prices have fallen 4.4 cents in the last week in Louisiana, averaging $3.54 a gallon. This is in comparison to the national average of $3.66 per gallon, which is down 3.2 cents per gallon from one week ago.

What Are the Top Gas-Guzzling Vehicles on the Road?

Mike Adams — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 22:24:55 +0000

As the days of buying cheap gasoline pass into the American history books, more and more of us are driving fuel-efficient vehicles as a means to combat those steadily rising gas prices.

That is, unless you happen to have enough money to not give three screaming squirts about how much gas prices go up

Gas Prices Post Biggest Drop in Four Years — Dollars and Sense

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 08:59:56 +0000

Hurricane Sandy may have wreaked havoc on the Eastern seaboard, but its aftereffects are providing drivers all over the country with a bit of relief at the pump. According to the Lundberg Survey, which tracks gasoline prices nationally, on November 2 the average price of gas was $3.55 a gallon, down 20.75 cents from October [...]

Isaac Already Affecting Gas Prices

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 09:32:47 +0000

This interruption in service always leads to higher prices at the pump. According to one internet site prices had already increased by a dime in many locations across the country.

Gas Prices Expected to Rise After San Fransisco Refinery Fire

Jill McCoy — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 22:00:35 +0000

Gas prices are expected to sky rocket very soon. After a fire broke out this past Monday night at a Chevron Refinery in the San Fransisco bay area, analysts urge drivers to buy their gas now. Bob van der Valk, petroleum industry analyst, has over 50 years of experience in the oil industry. Valk predicted gas prices would rise to $4 during this week and $4.50 by Labor Day. Ridiculous right?!!?

Gas Prices Falling in Lafayette

Jude Walker — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 23:59:42 +0000

Usually when I have a head-turning experience at the gas station, it’s because the price is too darn high. But driving to work today I had a different whiplash movement — a gas price sign that was near $3.00! An emphatic “woo-hoo” was my utterance as my truck passed the gas station by work. Actually, [...]

What Are the Best Ways to Increase Your Gas Mileage?

Shauna Wright — Thu, 24 May 2012 09:45:07 +0000

If your gas mileage doesn’t seem as good as it once was, there might be some very valid reasons — including the fact that you’re driving too aggressively. A recent experiment conducted by General Motors found that driving a bit more slowly, keeping the correct air pressure in your tires and making sure your trunk [...]

Lafayette Area Gas Prices

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:43:49 +0000

It's Spring Break in Acadiana and that means a lot of families and students will be climbing in their cars and heading for some rest and relaxation at the beach. That also means getting a fill up at your favorite local gas station before you hit the road. How much is that fill up going to cost you?

Who Do You Blame for Rising Gas Prices? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:28:01 +0000

As gas approaches an average of $4.00 a gallon, the public isn’t happy with the way President Obama is dealing with the issue. According to a recent survey from Reuters/Ipsos, 68 percent disapprove of the way the president is handling gas prices, whereas only 24 percent give him the thumbs up. However, that doesn’t mean [...]

How Much Is Too Much to Pay for Gas? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:30:14 +0000

With the average price of gas approaching four dollars a gallon, the question becomes whether Americans are going to start to seriously changing their current driving habits and vacation plans, in light of this hike. Poll Position asked 1,142 adults at what price per gallon they will start to change their behavior. Forty-nine percent said that four bucks is, [...]

Watch Gas Prices Go Up a Dime During Live News Broadcast [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:09:36 +0000

We already know gas prices are climbing precipitously high, but you don’t usually see them change right before your very eyes. For one news reporter, though, that’s exactly what happened.

Gas Prices To Soar Over $4 a Gallon By Spring

Jude Walker — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:21:07 +0000

I think we'll all be shouting "drill, baby, drill" soon as gas prices are expected to top $4 a gallon by the spring.

We just enjoyed the most expensive January ever. And keep in mind that January is typically a time when prices dip due to the colder weather that keeps people inside and post-holiday money-saving measures.

Just How High Will Gas Prices Go in 2012? – Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:30:16 +0000

Remember the summer of 2008 when the highest gas prices on record occurred and the price for a gallon of fuel hit $4.11?

Hate to break this to yah, but a warm winter and tensions in the Middle East have some analysts predicting current prices will top $4 by this spring — and could even climb as high as $6.50.

Want Cheap Gas? There's An App For That

Stephanie Crist — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 17:57:40 +0000

I personally have used www.gasbuddy.com for years, and I love the fact that local folks are the ones posting the current prices. But a mobile app is perfect if you are traveling, or want a jump on where t

Rising Gas Prices: Good Or Bad For Lafayette?

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 09:19:41 +0000

We have learned over the past year with tragedy in the Gulf of Mexico that while not everyone in South Louisiana works in the oil field. We all have purse strings that are tied to petroleum, the life blood of the Lafayette Economy. The administration's moratorium on drilling has crippled if not fatally wounded local shops and business' from machine shops to daycare.Now that oil prices are starting to rise and profits are being made what is the trade off?

What Would You Do For $500 In Free Gas?

Bruce Mikells — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 15:39:24 +0000

Isn’t it fun to imagine things like that happening? You wake up one morning and you find out somebody has given you $500 Dollars in Free Gasoline! It could happen to you Thursday morning, if you take our New Music Survey right now! Here’s all you have to do, just for taking the survey you are [...]

Drivers Cut Back on Gas as Prices Rise

Stephanie Crist — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:03:48 +0000

Are you starting to get that panic feeling as you head to the gas pump, especially if it’s a ways to go till payday? Honestly, I might need to get a part time job just to pay for gas to get to my REAL job. Who’s with me?! With the price of gas above $3.50 a gallon [...]

17 Ways to Cut Your Gas Costs

Stephanie Crist — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:00:47 +0000

Ok, I’m all about this……any little bit helps, ya’ll! You’ve heard the (often conflicting) wisdom about saving money on gas: Turn off the AC (or don’t). Fill your tires (just exactly enough). Drive more slowly (but not too slowly). (via 17 Ways to Cut Gas Costs.)

Gas Prices Around the Globe-Wowser!

Stephanie Crist — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:46:39 +0000

Just reading this makes me push the panic button. I can’t tell you the anxiety I felt last night as I was filling up my car…am I the only one who is having to revise their ENTIRE household budget just to pump a few gallons? With average U.S. gas prices hovering at historic highs, plenty [...]

Slow Down Gas Fill Ups

Brad Vincent — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:10:55 +0000

The dreaded activity that most of us have to do atleast two times a month (or more)..fill our cars/trucks with gas! We all know it’s really expensive, but there are ways to help filling up constantly a little less often! At that price, gasoline can weigh like an anvil on your monthly car expenses — [...]