Gasoline prices are still rising as the Iran war stretches into its third week
Source: NPR Topics: News · Bias: Center
Summary
U.S. gasoline prices are up nearly 80 cents from a month ago, while diesel prices have shot up even more. Diesel is now just under $5 a gallon, according to AAA, up $1.34 from last month.
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