OT: Gas Prices, Screwed over and over and over Options

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Put 50 litres (13.2US Gal.) in last night and paid a tad over $65............somehow I think we're getting ripped off out here (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mad.gif)

Where's the best place to buy gas?????

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I'm sure this won't be a popular opinion but I'll state it anyway. We as Americans have some of the cheapest gas in the world. Europe pays much more and drives much smaller vehicles.

We drive big trucks and SUV's, consume much of the worlds resources (especially per capita) and then complain about the prices. Personally, I wish gas would hit $5.00 per gallon because people would finally start buying smaller vehicles and use public transportation more. Then prices would drop because demand would drop. We have unfortunately backed ourselves in a corner.

Simply looking at the vehicles commuting to work should answer all the questions as well as most people around here have a 3-5000 sq foot house. Why? Because they can afford it not because they need it.

I'm as guilty as other Americans. The only difference is I feel we made our own bed and don't complain about it. If you want change, buy an economy car and a small home and encourage politicians to offer tax savings for those that do.

I have been in the water and wastewater business all my life. I have watched communities fight against water plant expansions. They won't agree until their water pressure drops and they can't flush. I'm sorry to say but Americans just won't budge until the water is dry and I'm afraid the same will be for gasoline

When they can't afford to pay for it, something will happen.......it's a fact.

Flame away but if we all look at our culture and life style it's tough to argue the point.....