Petroleum’s full potential was not seriously explored until the mid 19th century, but Native American’s were aware of oil seeps that oozed crude into streams in Western Pennsylvania for generations. The...
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Important 1ST’s In Pennsylvania History
Pennsylvania has a long list of interesting firsts in US History and one that has had major implications on the petroleum industry and our way of life. Pennsylvania ranks first in the production of potato chips and in...
Talk To Us: Staying Current In The Ever Changing Petroleum Marketplace
As we marvel at new technology and social media we also cannot lose sight of the advancement in fuel economy and performance in engines and drive trains. With emerging technology in the automotive and industrial sectors...
The Hard Facts On A Barrel Of Crude Oil
Have you ever thought about that elusive “barrel of crude oil”? What is it and what does it represent? How many gallons are in a barrel of crude? How much crude oil does the US import? The following chart will...
Track World Events with Fluctuations in Oil Prices – A Helpful Tool
The oil market is global and far-reaching. Often political events, economic turmoil, and natural disasters far from our everyday lives have a substantial impact on oil prices at home and translate to our pocketbooks at...