
U.S. gas prices have hit a fresh record since the start of the war with Iran, rising to an average nationwide of $4.23 per gallon Wednesday, according to AAA. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The milestone comes as oil prices have surged higher over the past week amid a dual blockade by the United States and Iran of the Strait of Hormuz, the key chokepoint in the region for transiting crude and petroleum-based products out of the Persian Gulf.
Main Idea: U.S. gas prices have climbed to a new high for the year as rising oil costs from the Iran war push fuel prices higher.
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Higher gas prices can strain household budgets, raise commuting costs, and push up prices for goods and groceries.
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