Reverbiage: Stories from NPR tagged 'gasoline'

Oil Prices Fall To Half Price Of Year Earlier

Fri, 02 Jan 2009 13:00:00 EST

One year ago, crude oil prices hit $100 a barrel. Now they are below $50. We explore where crude oil and gasoline prices may be going next.

Rodney Crowell On Mountain Stage

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 10:52:00 EST

Houston-born songwriter Rodney Crowell took his talents to Nashville in the 1970s and has been evolving ever since. His 1988 album Diamonds and Dirt garnered five No. 1 country singles, including one with his then-wife Rosanne Cash (with whom he still works today). In this Mountain Stage appearance, he performs music from some of his most recent albums, including this year's Sex & Gasoline.

The End Of Ethanol...

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:59:00 EST

Three years ago, cheap corn, easy financing and disruptions in gasoline production fueled a dramatic expansion of the ethanol industry. Plants popped up like mushrooms across the plains. Since then, financing has largely dried up and many operators have declared bankruptcy.

Consumer Prices Fall By Largest Amount Since 1947

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:47:00 EST

The drop in inflation in October reflects a huge fall in gasoline prices and widespread decline in other areas. Consumer prices fell by 1 percent in October, the biggest one-month decline on records that go back to February 1947.

Plants: The Fuel Of The Future...

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 05:08:00 EST

Researchers in Berkeley, Calif., are working on new technologies to convert plant cellulose into a fuel that could directly replace diesel and gasoline. But even if they figure out the recipe, there are still obstacles to competing with fossil fuels.

Rodney Crowell: 21st-Century Country

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:42:00 EDT

Singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell is often associated with country music, but his songs have a much wider reach, often spanning rock, folk, swing and bluegrass. Hear the musician, who recently released Sex and Gasoline, in a session with World Cafe host David Dye.

Growing Gas Crisis In Southeastern United States

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 13:47:00 EDT

Hurricanes Gustav and Ike ravaged the off-shore drilling stations in the Gulf of Mexico, seriously hurting pumping ability and supply networks. Consumers in some states are now facing general gasoline shortages and long lines at the pump.

Energy And The Economy: An Overview

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:19:00 EDT

Between environmental concerns and rising gasoline prices, energy use has never seemed more entwined with the economy. Guests discuss how oil prices are tied to economic growth, and give a roundup of the latest energy news.

After Ike, Refined Oil In Short Supply

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:02:00 EDT

Oil company officials say it may be more than a week before gasoline supply problems caused by Hurricane Ike are resolved. As many refineries regain electricity and attempt to reopen, gasoline remains in high demand.

Hunt Is On For Generators, Gasoline In Houston

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 07:52:00 EDT

Basic necessities are still out of reach for many people in Houston. Few stores were open, and those that were had long lines of customers. One Home Depot that was opened had people swarming for generators and other supplies.

Refinery Shutdowns Send Gas Prices Higher

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 10:43:00 EDT

Government officials are assessing the damage to oil refineries along the Gulf of Mexico. Hurricane Ike idled nearly all of the region's oil and natural gas out and it could be several weeks before refineries are back at full capacity. Gasoline prices have begun to rise around the country.

Texas Eyes Weeks Of Recovery From Ike

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 09:48:00 EDT

Texas and Louisiana have been declared disaster areas, more than a million people are away from their homes, and gasoline prices are on the rise. All are consequences of the enormous Hurricane Ike which slammed into south Texas Saturday, flooding thousands of homes and sending hundreds of rescue personnel out searching for survivors.

Ike Threatens Texas Oil Refineries

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:48:00 EDT

Hurricane Ike is storming toward the Gulf Coast of Texas Â� home to a quarter of the nation's oil refining capacity. As refineries shut down in anticipation of the storm, wholesale gasoline prices have shot up, despite crude oil prices falling to their lowest level in more than five months.

Oil, Gasoline Prices Dip On Lower Demand

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT

The price of oil is down more than 20 percent from record highs in July, when investors were worried about a shortage of oil, due of rising demand. Now the focus is on falling demand, because of high energy costs. Still, gas prices are slowly coming down, with the average at $3.70, according to the latest national survey.

Gas Prices Fall, But Not As Far As Oil Prices

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT

Oil prices are falling faster than gasoline prices. So far, oil prices have fallen more than twice as far as gas prices.

EPA Rejects Texas' Call To Cut Ethanol Mandate

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT

The Environmental Protection Agency has denied a request by officials in Texas to reduce the ethanol requirement for gasoline nationwide. Gov. Rick Perry asked for the temporary reduction to try to bring down the price of corn — a major issue for livestock operations in the state.

Effects Of The Ethanol Mandate On The Price Of Corn

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT

The Bush Administration wants ethanol in gas tanks and has mandated that more than 11 billion gallons of it be made next year. The debate is whether, and how much, ethanol is to blame for rising food prices. Consumers may not realize that the ethanol mandate may also be raising the price of diesel gasoline.

Obama Wants Oil Reserve Tapped To Curb Oil Prices

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 16:22:00 EDT

Sen. Barack Obama has proposed that the government sell 70 million barrels of oil from its strategic petroleum reserve to help reduce gasoline prices. He has previously opposed such a move. John McCain, meanwhile, again has called for offshore drilling.

Analysis: Congress And The Cost Of Energy

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT

Even though members of the House and Senate are on their summer recess, a group of House Republicans plans to hold meetings to discuss the issue of energy. With gasoline prices remaining at all-time highs, it is the top issue voters are talking about.

The Airborne Toxic Event: 'Gasoline'

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 11:49:00 EDT

The Airborne Toxic Event's self-titled debut is extremely catchy and energetic guitar rock filled with hooks and radio-ready melodies. The music falls in line with that of fellow new wave and post-punk revivalists such as Interpol, Hot Hot Heat, and Franz Ferdinand. The group's aggressive, jagged rock sound keeps the music edgy while harnessing elements of dance and brit-pop to be immediately accessible.

Oil Prices Drop, Gasoline Reserves Rise

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 06:00:00 EDT

Deborah Amos has this morning's business news.

Postal Service Takes Lead In Going Green

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 19:56:00 EDT

Where do you look among federal agencies for smart thinking about renewable energy and alternative fuels? The U.S. Postal Service. Every 1-cent increase in the price of gasoline costs it an extra $8 million. That brings a keen motivation to innovate.

On Economy, How Much Are We Really Hurting...

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EDT

Americans are steaming mad! Hot under the collar! Boiling over the high cost of gasoline! So, how are we dealing with it? By buying iPhones and going to see Batman at the movies, of course. Humorist Brian Unger pokes fun at America's way of displaying its displeasure in this week's Unger Report.

Where's Gas Cheaper... It's Relative

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Gasoline prices can vary widely from place to place. What seems expensive in Tucson, Ariz., can seem downright cheap just up the road in Phoenix. In fact, the difference in the two cities provides a good example of how geography often affects what you pay at the pump.

'Marketplace' Report: Gas Drops A Penny A Gallon

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EDT

Oil prices have fallen $16 in three days. Some analysts are saying oil could come down to around $100 a barrel in the next few months because demand is shrinking even in high driving season. Indeed, the national average for gasoline came down by a penny a gallon Friday.