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Fuel Prices to Go Down; Discourages Alt Fuel Use

October 24, 2006

I've never heard of something so ridiculous in my life. Well, there was that one tabloid paper about Bat Boy or something...but in real life news, OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) announced its plans to reduce oil production for the sake of cost reduction to the consumer IN AN EFFORT to discourage consumers from alternative fuels (E85, in particular).

I'll admit that part of me read "cheaper gas" and I did a little dance (I recently purchased a 4-wheel drive that, while fuel efficient, eats gas a bit more than my former vehicle) but after further scrutiny of the press release from the National Ethanol Vehicle Coalition, I was quickly turned off by OPEC's decision. Sure, thanks buddies for thinking of us and our pockets and what not, however, keep in mind that there are some of us out here who aren't looking to E85 so we can save a buck -- we'd just rather put the dollars where they belong....here, at home to our fellow Americans.

Now, before you go slaying my comment box with "but you just said you purchased a 4-wheel drive which is clearly not an FFV NOR a hybrid, so what gives with the push for E85, Michelle?" I hear you. I do. But keep in mind that I am a New Yorker and FFVs are not only NOT available in my area, there are also no public E85 stations here in the north east, so it wouldn't make sense for me right now. You can bet your sweet bippy that I'd be on that as soon as it's available, though. So, I'll end that disclaimer right there.

OPEC wants to make it easier for you to choose E10 over E85 by making it cheaper for you and, well, richer for them.

It's nice to see though that all this talk of E85 has someone shaking in their boots, right? Perhaps I am overusing my right to hyperbole, but come on. It's not only the upcoming congressional candidates that are lowering the prices for your vote (and don't argue with me and say that is just a mere coincidence!), but the dudes responsible for exporting this stuff want to make sure there is enough to go around for those investing in the petroleum industry.....and we all know who you are.

 




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