For many of us, we don’t really have to put too much thought into pumping our own gas. When our tank is running low, we pull up into a conveniently located gas station and fill-er-up. Usually we do this on our own...
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Sarah Simonovich
Leaded Gasoline–What’s Up With That?
If you’ve gone to the gas pump recently (I mean, who of us hasn’t?), you might not pay much attention to anything other than the price. Maybe there’s a sign that says “may contain up to 10% ethanol.” Ethanol in gasoline...
The Consequences of Global Energy Poverty
“Access to energy is fundamental to improving quality of life and is a key imperative for economic development.” Living in a first world country with easy access to a variety of modern energy sources...
Think trips to the Gas Pump are too Inconvenient? Now there’s an App for That.
So chances are you’ve been here at some point in your life: you’re driving to work, already running late due to traffic, and your gaslight comes on. How is this possible? Didn’t you just fill your tank? Between grocery...
“The Actual Barrel” — The Great Misunderstanding of Oil Transportation
So. Oil has dipped below the cost of a steel drum. It has dipped below the cost of an expensive steak, a few pints in Ireland, and also, reportedly, a pair of men’s cargo pants from Target. Who cares? Much like the...
JJ
Premium at a Premium: Dispelling the Myths Surrounding Gasoline Grades
Oh, the misinformation… If you’ve got the nice ride and the extra bills to go with it, it turns out that Premium Gasoline may not be so bad an investment, after all. Well…for some. Before the internet...
Russia and China Sign Major Natural Gas Deal
Russia and China have just signed a deal that calls for Russia to export 38 billion cubic meters of gas worth $400 billion to China in one of the biggest geopolitical events of the decade. According to an Unz Review...
Matthew Blockus
How Fracking Saved the U.S. Economy
The fracking revolution has been critical for the rebound that the United States has seen in its economy. Over the past 10 years, hydraulic fracturing has allowed U.S. crude production to boom from less than 5 million...
The Slow Motion Oil Spill That You Can Help Stop
Almost every time you visit the gas station, it happens. In that split second between the pump shutting off and you placing the nozzle back in its seat, a few valuable drops of gasoline fall onto the ground next to your...
How Much Cheaper is Gas In Saudi Arabia?
If you think gas is cheap now, just imagine what it would be like to fill up your vehicle for $10 – give or take a few dollars. That’s what it’s like when you visit a gas station in Saudi Arabia. With...