Truckers not only being harassed at borders by made up regs , Newscum driving out oil companies then wind up relying on foreign oil shipped in. While China is increasing its energy diversity for manufacturing and Ai the demos in the west are commiting economic suicide are limiting energy resources resulting in shortages and the need to import it.
recently surpassing an average of $7 per gallon in some areas and over $6.75 in others. Driven by global supply disruptions from the war in Iran and regional refining constraints, these record prices are forcing owner-operators to cut costs, with potential for increased consumer prices on goods.
- Price Shock: Diesel prices have surged by more than $1.50 in four weeks in some parts of California, with average costs rising over 30%.
- Driver Impact: Owner-operators are forced to take only higher-paying loads and cut back on expenses to break even. Some report paying up to $600-$700 to fill up their tanks, according to YouTube video from NBC 7 San Diego.
- Economic Impact: The high fuel costs, coupled with potential supply chain disruptions from a separate issue regarding driver license shortages, are expected to raise the cost of transporting consumer goods.
- Long-Term Outlook: Experts fear that without a resolution to global conflicts and local supply constraints, prices could continue to rise, potentially reaching $8 a gallon in some areas.
