Running On Empty
Street Talk
Thursday, March 23, 2000
The rising cost of fuel is driving us all crazy, and draining our wallets and tanks. In a matter of weeks, gas prices shot through the roof, catching many drivers off guard. What do locals think of the fuel crunch?
Michael Heller
Age: 44 Occupation: Contractor
Resides: Monterey
What do you think of the recent rise in gas prices? I think it''s horrible.
How much do you currently pay to fill your tank? $30.
A month ago? $20.
Why do you think prices shot up? So oil companies can make a huge profit. It''s all about the money.
Does the current crunch remind you of the ''70s? I don''t remember the ''70s.
Bob Leonard
Age: 68 Resides: Salinas
Occupation: Retired Pilot
Why are gas prices rising? From what I understand, OPEC has limited the amount of oil exports to make a better price.
Are gas prices too high? I''ve been paying much higher prices for fuel overseas.
Can anything be done about rising prices? I''d like to see this country develop [alternatives], have less reliance on oil and more on electricity. The technology exists, if they want to do it. The oil lobby is too strong.
Isabel Corona
Age: 21 Occupation: Retail sales
Resides: Salinas
Why do you think gas prices shot up? I don''t know. I was surprised.
How much do you pay to fill up your tank? $25.
A month ago? $20.
If gas prices continue to rise, would you consider alternative modes of transportation? I have to take my car from home in Salinas to work in Seaside.
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