Gas Stations

Shoppers unexpectedly cut spending in July as the boost from government tax refunds faded, causing retail sales to slip 0.6%. According to data released by the Commerce Department, excluding gas stations and auto dealers, retail sales fell 0.2%, although the lone services category – restaurants – registered a 0.5% increase.

Russian drone attacks have targeted hundreds of gas stations in Ukraine as retaliation for Ukraine’s attacks on oil refineries. The strikes represent a new front in the conflict, focusing on critical infrastructure.

Los Angeles gas stations are still offering cheaper gas despite significant price increases since last year. The article describes the current gas price surge as 'highway robbery,' highlighting public frustration with rising costs.

Cuba is liberalizing certain sectors of its economy, allowing private companies to operate pharmacies and gas stations, following parliamentary approval of 176 market economy measures.

Russian forces conducted a drone swarm attack on Ukraine's Poltava region, striking four gas stations and a fire station. The assault involved 157 attack drones and two Kh-59/69 guided missiles, with Ukrainian defenses intercepting 127 drones and one missile while 26 others hit targets nationwide.

President Trump has promoted 25 'Freedom Fuel' gas stations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, which offer lower fuel prices. Little is known about the stations or their operators, and Trump's endorsement aims to pressure other gas retailers to reduce prices.

Trump is promoting a gas brand called 'Freedom Fuel' priced at $3.47 per gallon. He praised 25 rebranded gas stations in the Philadelphia region offering gas below the national average.

President Trump is promoting a network of gas stations selling gas at $3.47 per gallon, but analysts suggest these stations may be operating at a loss.

One person was killed and 20 others, including four children, were injured when Russian forces attacked Kharkiv with guided aerial bombs and drones. The strike damaged residential buildings, set vehicles ablaze, and hit gas stations in two districts, according to Mayor Ihor Terekhov.

ADNOC Distribution, the retail arm of Abu Dhabi's state oil company, acquired Shell's downstream business in South Africa for $1 billion, securing 580 gas stations and a 10% market share. The deal is part of ADNOC's broader strategy, which includes investments in a Texan LNG project, Argentinian gas blocks, and a $16.9 billion takeover of Covestro, as well as launching a global LNG trading platform targeting 47 million tonnes annually by 2035.

Gas stations and retailers are offering deals to attract drivers during the Independence Day weekend as gas prices have risen nearly 40% since February.

Russia attacked Ukraine overnight using drones, missiles, and guided bombs, killing 3 people and injuring over a dozen. Drone strikes hit 5 gas stations and damaged railway infrastructure in Dnipropetrovsk, while 7 guided bombs struck civilian areas in Zaporizhzhia. Ukraine's air defenses intercepted 130 of 151 drones and a Kh-59 missile.

Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries have caused fuel shortages in Russia, leading to long lines at gas stations and rising public frustration. The attacks have disrupted fuel supplies, creating uncertainty for motorists across the country.

Russians are fighting over fuel at gas stations as Putin acknowledges the country faces shortages. The shortages are attributed to Ukrainian attacks.

Russian forces attacked Kyiv, Chernihiv, and Dnipropetrovsk in Ukraine with ballistic missiles and drones, injuring at least six people. The attacks caused fires in Kyiv's Darnytskyi district, damaged a secondary school in Chernihiv, and struck gas stations and a sports school in Dnipropetrovsk.

Russian forces launched a massive overnight strike on the city of Trostianets in Ukraine’s Sumy region, destroying gas stations and damaging residential properties, according to Mayor Yurii Bova. No civilian casualties were reported.

The FDA warns that a readily-available opioid-like drug, legal in 42 states, could become the next fentanyl-like crisis. The drug is being sold at gas stations, raising concerns about its potential to fuel a new wave of the opioid epidemic.

Nine out of over 100 gas stations from a major retailer have resumed sales in Sevastopol, the largest city in annexed Crimea. The resumption affects a small share of the retailer's stations in the region.

Threat actors are exploiting Internet-exposed fuel tank gauges to breach gas stations in the US, creating risks of disruption. The attack targets vulnerabilities in connected tank gauges, allowing unauthorized access.

The Northlake Police Department has issued a warning about a new scam at gas stations. The scam is described as low tech but effective.

Costco's gas stations set all-time volume records due to increased demand for low-priced gasoline, contributing to the company exceeding third-quarter sales expectations.

Residents of a deep blue state are traveling to a conservative neighboring state to take advantage of cheaper gas prices. The price difference is significant enough to warrant the trip. This trend highlights the economic incentives behind fuel purchases.

Economists blame gas stations and consumer behavior for the rapid rise and slow fall of gasoline prices. This phenomenon is known as the rocket-and-feathers effect. Gas prices tend to increase sharply but decrease slowly.

Exxon Mobil is reportedly considering selling its Hong Kong gas stations, which are branded under the Esso label. The potential sale reflects a strategic move in the company's asset portfolio.

The FDA has issued an urgent warning about energy supplements sold in gas stations containing dangerous illegal ingredients, posing health risks to consumers. These products may include unapproved stimulants and contaminants that could lead to severe health issues.

Sudan's ongoing electricity crisis is exacerbated by surging fuel prices and economic turmoil, forcing residents to rely on candles for studying and frequent gas station visits. The crisis highlights severe energy shortages and economic instability impacting daily life.

Gasoline prices in the Los Angeles area have reached an average of $6 per gallon, marking an unwelcome benchmark. However, a few stations still offer gas at around $5, providing a more affordable option for drivers.

California is warning that some gas stations are charging over $7 per gallon, with the state indicating not all of the price increase is justified. The issue highlights concerns about potential price gouging during a period of high fuel costs.