Gas Prices Today: Why Refinery Issues Could Raise Costs

Refinery issues are directly raising gas prices across America. As of May 9, 2026, the national average for gasoline stands at $4.

Refinery issues are directly raising gas prices across America. As of May 9, 2026, the national average for gasoline stands at $4.

Yes, crude oil has already hit triple digits. Brent crude is trading at $101.29 to $104.07 per barrel as of May 2026, marking the second time in three...

Gas prices in Seattle have climbed to a new record high of $5.94 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel as of May 2026, surpassing the previous state record...

Yes, Los Angeles drivers are paying significantly more for gasoline again. As of May 9, 2026, regular unleaded fuel costs $6.

Yes, oil has already reached $100 per barrel in 2026. Brent crude climbed to $104.07 per barrel on May 8, 2026—surpassing the $100 threshold that many...

Pump prices are climbing because a critical global shipping route has been disrupted since March 2026, choking off 20% of the world's crude oil supply.

Gas prices are unlikely to reach $5 per gallon in June 2026, according to most mainstream energy forecasts, though prices could approach that threshold...

Gas prices are climbing again this May because the Strait of Hormuz—a critical global oil chokepoint through which 20% of the world's oil flows—has been...

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