News Review – 3/8/22

National, State Gas Prices Hit Record Highs

The media coverage surrounding gas prices is intense following President Biden’s announcement that the U.S. will ban of Russian crude oil, natural gas and energy imports. The national average price is up by $1.30 per gallon over the past year – and 45 cents over the past week.

Read more here: When Were Gas Prices Low? (NACS), Fuel Prices – In Context, Not Hype (Fuels Institute), Arizona Hits Highest Average Gas Price Ever (AZ Central); Arizona Fuel Prices Explainer (APMA); U.S. to Ban All Russian Oil Imports (NACS)

State and Industry News

 

·    Clear Rules Help Local Biz Handle Tobacco Sales (Tucson.com)

·    Alcohol Delivery App Saucey Expands Services in Ohio and Arizona (NACS)

·    Let’s Encourage Competition in EV Charging Marketplace (Insider Advantage)