U.S. gasoline prices surge to $4.42 per gallon, making a fill‑up $160 amid Iran war
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 17:01 UTC
- Sources: MarketWatch
GasBuddy data shows regular unleaded gasoline has risen almost 50% since the Iran war began, reaching $4.42 per gallon and pushing the cost of a full tank in America’s top‑selling vehicle to $160. The price jump reflects tightened supply and heightened geopolitical risk. MarketWatch attributes the spike to the war’s tenth week of impact on fuel markets.
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