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People complain about gas prices despite gas being so outrageously cheap compared to everything else. Gas first ticked over $1.79 in April 2004, not adjusted fo
by Workaccount2 10mo ago
People complain about gas prices despite gas being so outrageously cheap compared to everything else. Gas first ticked over $1.79 in April 2004, not adjusted for inflation.[1]
Just goes to show that most people are parrots and not actually using their head when stating arguments.
[1]https://www.eia.gov/dnav/pet/hist/leafhandler.ashx?f=m&n=pet&s=emm_epm0_pte_nus_dpg https://www.eia.gov/dnav/pet/hist/leafhandler.ashx?f=m&n=pet...
- jeffbee 10mo agoRetail motor fuel prices have been roughly $2-$5, in current terms, forever. https://www.eia.gov/outlooks/steo/realprices/ https://www.eia.gov/outlooks/steo/realprices/
- ramesh31 10mo agoIt really is remarkable compared to any other consumer good. My 2002 Corolla has cost $20 to fill up since it was brand new. The benefits of empire I guess.
- Sevii 10mo agoThe US went from being a net importer to a net exporter during that time period. Makes a big difference in prices.
- 01HNNWZ0MV43FF 10mo agoThe benefits of Director's Law as well, maybe!