I predict gas will be $3(nyc) by summer, national avg $2.80

[nemelek]

For the first time in a long time (5 years) gas costs more than Diesel. Last summer when pulling our trailer each mile cost $.38. The Yaris cost $.09/mile.

[NJBob]

Originally Posted by nemelek

For the first time in a long time (5 years) gas costs more than Diesel. Last summer when pulling our trailer each mile cost $.38. The Yaris cost $.09/mile.

I never understood that since it cost less to produce diesel since it's not as refined. Experts?

[nemelek]

Originally Posted by NJBob

I never understood that since it cost less to produce diesel since it's not as refined. Experts?

I am not an expert but I believe that there are a few factors involved. Ultra Low Sulfer Diesel became law and the refineries claim that there were more costs involved production. Second the demand increased. 20 years ago there were no pickups with diesel engines. 10 years ago there were very few of them. A couple years ago Cummins/Dodge sold their millionth diesel pickup. Add the Powerstroke, Duramax and big Motor Homes the demand went up more. Once again the refineries claimed they couldn't meet demand ant the cost rose.