Gas-pain forecast
Friday, April 8, 2005
WASHINGTON -- The Energy Department projects high gasoline prices and $50-plus crude oil at least through next year as producers struggle to keep up with demand. The department said Thursday it expects gasoline prices to average $2.35 a gallon nationwide in May, the dawn of the summer driving season. Motorists paid an average of $2.22 a gallon last week, 44 cents more than a year ago.
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