By Joe Gonzales
According to an article by Julia Manchester published by the Hill earlier this month, the main reason gas prices are rising is the Iran War. There is a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz, making oil difficult for some middle eastern countries to procure. The result is that the supply of oil is lower and the price rises due to scarcity. Anything containing oil, including gasoline, has experienced a rise in prices. The U.S is considered oil independent. Meaning the country both imports and exports oil. There is not an exact date on when the war will end or the blockade will move. This makes long alternative power sources an option countries and companies. The US does not rely on oil as much as it used to 10 or 20 years ago. That’s because of different energy sources like solar. I acquired my information from.