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Low gas prices do have an effect on transit use.
The American Automobile Association expects weekend travel to hit a 10-year peak.
The latest Consumer Price Index shows the largest monthly increase in more than three years.
Paying for anything causes pain, and paying for gas causes constant pain.
Low prices at the pump most benefit those financially struggling to get by
Coca-Cola and Pepsi hope low gas prices will translate into higher sales at station convenience stores.
The damage to employers like Halliburton is greater than the benefit to consumers.
Consumers don't consume more oil because it's cheap. Suppliers have to cut supply.
Even if crude oil prices rise, the end of summer reduces demand for gas.
Gas consumption is up, and refineries are running near peak capacity. When one breaks down, gas prices jump.
