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On road trips, easy entry and exit are more important to travelers than brand of gasoline and amenities when choosing where to fill up ATLANTA, May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- When Americans need to fill their gas tanks during road trips, they are likely to choose stations where they can get in and out quickly - and are less concerned with the brand of gas or food and beverage options, according to research by YP, North America's largest local search, media and advertising company. The...

NEW YORK, May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Bankrate.com (NYSE: RATE) found that 80% of Americans have not increased their discretionary spending despite gasoline price declines in the first half of 2013. Last year, elevated gas prices led 59% of Americans to decrease their non-essential spending. In 2011, when gas prices were also at elevated levels, 63% of Americans cut back. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20040122/FLTHLOGO ) Between late February and late April 2013, gas...

WASHINGTON, May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110428/DC91889LOGO) MONDAY, MAY 20: STUMPED AT THE PUMP Profile America -- Monday, May 20th.( )Gas prices are a frequent cause for consumer complaint --but at least purchases aren't restricted, as they were beginning this month in 1942. That's when 17 states began rationing gasoline to help the war effort. By...

LONDON, May 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Thinking of hiring a car this summer? Leading car hire comparator ranks the top 10 holiday hotspots based on fuel prices Leading car hire website http://www.comparecarhire.co.uk has revealed a list of their top 10 holiday hotspots in order of fuel prices, letting holidaymakers who intend to hire a vehicle on their trip know where their money will go the furthest. The top 10 European...

AURORA, Ill., May 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Gas price averages for Illinois and Indiana are continuing on a high streak. Illinois and Indiana drivers are currently paying on average, $3.91 and $3.67 respectively for a gallon of regular unleaded. While much of the rest of the U.S. has dropped in prices, Illinois, Indiana and the Midwest prices are increasing. Illinois averages are currently the highest in the continental U.S., and with a price of $4.32, Chicago has the highest city...

Nearly two-thirds of consumers offset high gas prices with driving or lifestyle changes WASHINGTON, April 23, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Half of U.S. adults consider gas prices to be "too high" when it reaches $3.44 per gallon, indicating a potential breaking point on gas prices, according to a new consumer price index developed by AAA. Roughly two-thirds of Americans (62 percent) are offsetting high gas prices by changing their driving habits or lifestyle. "It was not long ago...

Increase in maintenance, insurance and fuel drive up average cost for sedans to $9,122 yearly, 60.8 cents per mile ORLANDO, Fla., April 16, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- AAA released the results of its annual 'Your Driving Costs' study today, revealing a 1.96 percent increase in the cost to own and operate a sedan in the U.S. The average cost rose 1.17 cents to 60.8 cents per mile, or $9,122 per year, based upon 15,000 miles of annual driving. "Many factors go into the cost...

LONDON, March 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Key UK gas and power prices have hit their highest levels since February 2012, as demand has increased with colder weather and supply has tightened. The wholesale price for gas on the British market hit GBP1/therm on Tuesday morning as ongoing below-normal temperatures kept demand high and concerns over low gas stocks in store persisted. The Within-Day gas contract reached an intra-day high of GBP1.05/therm, up 11.05...

AURORA, Ill., March. 4, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Gas price averages for Illinois and Indiana are continuing on a high streak with the highest prices ever for a March start. Illinois and Indiana drivers are currently paying on average, $3.92 and 3.81 respectively for a gallon of regular unleaded. The average price of gasoline has increased 59 cents per gallon in Illinois and 54 cents in Indiana since the beginning of the year, which is the highest price increase through the end of...

While you can't control the price of gas, a few simple steps help control how much gas you use. BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 20, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Consumers' pain at the pump is back with gas prices rising for 33 consecutive days according to the Washington Post and the average price of gas moving closer to $4 per gallon. No need to worry, says the Car Care Council. A few simple and inexpensive vehicle maintenance tips can help alleviate the pain. "You can't control the price...