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LA drivers get creative as surging gas prices threatens love affair with the car
Los Angeles drivers are adopting creative strategies to cope with soaring gas prices, which have reached nearly $5.90 per gallon on average due to supply disruptions from the Iran war and seasonal fuel blend changes. Individuals like musician Jack Nooney and music manager Chris Hardin are coasting in neutral, carpooling, using motorcycles, and comparing prices, while small business owner Jenise Blanc absorbs costs to avoid losing customers.
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LA drivers get creative as surging gas prices threatens love affair with the car
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