Filling a gas-powered vehicle may still be cheaper than charging an electric one
As gas prices reach record highs across the U.S., electric car owners are reveling in their purchases -- but the cost to fill up a gas-powered vehicle might actually still be cheaper than charging an electric one.
As gas prices reach record highs across the U.S., electric car owners are reveling in their purchases -- but the cost to fill up a gas-powered vehicle might actually still be cheaper than charging an electric one.
US inflation soared 7.9% in past year, a fresh 40-year high
Propelled by surging costs for gas, food and housing, consumer inflation jumped 7.9% over the past year, the sharpest spike since 1982 and likely only a harbinger of even higher prices to come.
Propelled by surging costs for gas, food and housing, consumer inflation jumped 7.9% over the past year, the sharpest spike since 1982 and likely only a harbinger of even higher prices to come.
BMW recalls 917K vehicles, most for 3rd time, over engine fire risk
BMW is recalling more than 917,000 older cars and SUVs in the U.S., many for a third time, due to a possible electrical short that presents a fire risk.
BMW is recalling more than 917,000 older cars and SUVs in the U.S., many for a third time, due to a possible electrical short that presents a fire risk.
Lawmakers call to end gas taxes across US amid price surge
Governors in Georgia and California also called for relief from state gas taxes.
Governors in Georgia and California also called for relief from state gas taxes.
Minnesota public defenders to share results of strike authorization vote
After months of contract negotiations, public defense workers in Minnesota will announce whether or not they will go a strike Thursday afternoon.
After months of contract negotiations, public defense workers in Minnesota will announce whether or not they will go a strike Thursday afternoon.
What is net-zero living and why experts say it’s worth it
Aiming to reach a goal of net-zero for all is a stretch, but there are feasible ways for you to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions just by making changes in your own home and behavior.
Aiming to reach a goal of net-zero for all is a stretch, but there are feasible ways for you to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions just by making changes in your own home and behavior.
Toilet paper prices rise as product sizes shrink
P&G increased prices at the end of February and plans to raise prices on various products again in April.
P&G increased prices at the end of February and plans to raise prices on various products again in April.
High gas prices pinching profits at restaurants
The recent spike in gas prices isn't just causing pain at the pump, they're putting a pinch on profits at local businesses as well.
The recent spike in gas prices isn't just causing pain at the pump, they're putting a pinch on profits at local businesses as well.
Walz calls for gas tax holiday amid surging prices; Biden bans Russian oil
Politicians from President Biden to Gov. Walz are exploring options on how to ease prices at the gas pump for Americans.
Politicians from President Biden to Gov. Walz are exploring options on how to ease prices at the gas pump for Americans.
Could high gas prices impact airline travel? AAA weighs in
Could the pain at the pump bring pain to the airline ticket counters? An expert with AAA weighs in.
Could the pain at the pump bring pain to the airline ticket counters? An expert with AAA weighs in.
US gas price average hits $4.17, an all-time high, AAA says
The price of regular gasoline on average across the U.S. hit an all-time high on Tuesday at $4.173, surpassing a record previously set in 2008.
The price of regular gasoline on average across the U.S. hit an all-time high on Tuesday at $4.173, surpassing a record previously set in 2008.
President Biden bans Russian oil imports over Ukraine war
The move follows pleas by Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelenskyy to U.S. and Western officials to cut off the imports, which had been a glaring omission the massive sanctions put in place on Russia over the invasion.
The move follows pleas by Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelenskyy to U.S. and Western officials to cut off the imports, which had been a glaring omission the massive sanctions put in place on Russia over the invasion.
What does a US ban on Russian oil accomplish?
Amid rising gasoline prices in the U.S. — the average price has topped $4 a gallon for the first time since 2008 — the Biden administration has faced growing pressure to impose further sanctions on Russia, including a ban on oil imports.
Amid rising gasoline prices in the U.S. — the average price has topped $4 a gallon for the first time since 2008 — the Biden administration has faced growing pressure to impose further sanctions on Russia, including a ban on oil imports.
Shell to stop buying Russian oil, natural gas amid Ukraine invasion
Shell says it will stop buying Russian oil and natural gas, and that it will shut down its service stations and other operations in the country.
Shell says it will stop buying Russian oil and natural gas, and that it will shut down its service stations and other operations in the country.
Shell says it will stop buying Russian oil, natural gas
The decision comes just days after Ukraine’s foreign minister criticized Shell for continuing to buy Russian oil, lashing out at the company for continuing to do business with President Vladimir Putin’s government.
The decision comes just days after Ukraine’s foreign minister criticized Shell for continuing to buy Russian oil, lashing out at the company for continuing to do business with President Vladimir Putin’s government.
Gas guzzler: Maximizing your car’s fuel economy as gas prices soar to record levels
Reducing your speed on the highway can increase your car's fuel economy between 7-14%, according to AAA.
Reducing your speed on the highway can increase your car's fuel economy between 7-14%, according to AAA.
Americans see biggest single-day jump in gas prices in years
The average price of a regular gallon of gasoline increased to $3.84 this week
The average price of a regular gallon of gasoline increased to $3.84 this week
US average price of gas to exceed $4 a gallon this summer, GasBuddy predicts
GasBuddy predicts the U.S. national average price of gas could reach up to $4.25 in May 2022 and remain above $4 per gallon through October.
GasBuddy predicts the U.S. national average price of gas could reach up to $4.25 in May 2022 and remain above $4 per gallon through October.
Eagle Brook withdraws Minnetonka megachurch proposal
Eagle Brook Church has dropped its plans to build a 60,000 square foot megachurch in a quiet Minnetonka neighborhood, citing "a variety of known and unknown variables."
Eagle Brook Church has dropped its plans to build a 60,000 square foot megachurch in a quiet Minnetonka neighborhood, citing "a variety of known and unknown variables."
Made green upgrades in 2021? Quick-start guide to energy tax credits
Purchase an electric vehicle in 2021? There are federal tax credits for energy efficiency and other green upgrades.
Purchase an electric vehicle in 2021? There are federal tax credits for energy efficiency and other green upgrades.