Maryland drivers frustrated by skyrocketing gas prices
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Oil prices blew past the $100-a-barrel mark on Monday, before falling back to around $90 after Trump suggested the war with Iran could soon end.
Atlanta gas prices have surged 75 cents in one month, largely driven by military tensions in Iran. Rideshare drivers now spend up to 50% of their earnings on fuel, significantly threatening their take-home pay. Increased operational costs are forcing gig workers to extend their shifts to 72 hours per week to remain profitable.
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Drivers worried gas prices will climb amid Iran tension
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mid-South drivers are concerned that turmoil in Iran could mean pain at the pump. Experts say wholesale gas prices are climbing, and drivers may feel it in the days to come. A driver who was at the pump and told WREG he feels the impact already.
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SoCal drivers feeling pain at the pump amid war in Iran; gas prices up 50 cents from last week
The war with Iran has entered its second week, and gas prices are continuing to spike across Southern California.
Truck drivers on the Iran-Iraq border say the war and closure of key crossings have disrupted trade and daily life. Drivers who usually cross nearby borders are now taking long detours, waiting days at checkpoints and seeing far fewer trucks as imports slow due to the conflict and sanctions.
Which leading economies will pay the biggest price for the Iran war? Swamp Notes is hosted by Marc Filippino and produced by Henry Larson. This week’s show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz and the FT’s global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley.