Clearly no one! Except like everyone else outside of MAGA.

It’s stupid that gas prices are even a primary political issue in the US,

i agree. unfortunately, in statesia, several/many (i'm not counting right now) republican states have made major parts of their economies oil extraction and refining and they have not diversified well. said oil corporations donate primarily but not exclusively to the conservative politicians in their states, because why donate to the side that does not benefit them and these are the local corporations, not the multinational shell corps.

that's how it happened, and i'm not entirely sure how to undo it. we've got plenty of oil refining in liberal states too, but because their industry bases tend to be more diversified, oil companies donate less to liberal politicians there.

*i'm using statesian definitions of liberal and conservative for ease of communication i know where the overton window is.

You'll have to explain to the dumbfuck that a litre is LESS than a gallon, otherwise they'll fire back saying some ignorant shit.

I just filled up last night and it was closer to $6 per gallon, with a few places (known tourist trap spots) going up to almost $7. These are the highest I remember seeing in my lifetime, so it’s definitely leaving a lasting impression

As an aside, this was the year I was supposed to go solar and get an EV… but Trump killing the Biden credits, my timelines may have to be pushed back. But with energy prices skyrocketing due to war (or threatening to due to AI data center buildout) it feels like a more urgent need than ever

After driving on Irish roads, that's not the only reason big gas guzzliers aren't bought. Those roads are damn tight! One of the most fun experiences in my life is driving around the Ring of Kerry. Excellent country.

When I got my Toyota Tacoma (US Hiluxe) I wanted something smaller, like an old T-100, or even a Datsun 620. But sadly small trucks are no longer sold in the states because of chicken prices.

I live in an area that has more dirt roads than paved roads, and used to do a lot of camping. So the 4x4 pickup was very practical for me in my personal life. I also used it for hauling gas when I was working in the movie industry.

Now I try and walk, or use my escooter s as much as I can.

I can't wait for the knock-on effect that will have on food production, groceries, and supply chains...

you're insulated against the 100% a week increases

I mean sure but it nearly doubled in Europe.

and i mean we still need oil for plastics and lubrication and shit, we just don't really need to burn it. like wtf