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The BBC's Jeremy Cooke reports from North Yorkshire on the likely impact of fuel prices increases on people living in rural areas.

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So when the Toronto Port Authority announced its intention to make the airport self - sufficient by increasing traffic, Deluce hatched his plan: an airline that would fly fuel - efficient turboprops on well - travelled business routes, as well as to Northern Ontario destinations whose passenger demand and pricing sweet - spots he knew all too well.

That means making sure prices cover not only the direct costs of supplying energy but also the environmental externalities associated with production and use of fossil fuels — the waste water (which increases a variety of risks), and the broader side effects from vehicle use — congested roads, traffic deaths, and so on.

Natural Gas Natural gas futures were among the quarter's key decliners -LRB--7.5 %, to US$ 2.73 per million British thermal units) as production growth outweighed seasonal consumption and higher exports of the fuel.1 Spot prices saw an even larger drop of 20.6 % (to US$ 2.81) as the support of December's weather - related demand spikes faded and a more normal winter pattern developed.1 Natural gas generally took its downward price cues from elevated US production and growth in the natural gas - focused rig count, which increased from 179 to 194 in March alone.2 Despite the price drop, traders remained optimistic given surging US shale - gas exports and a supply deficit that was 20 % larger than the five - year average at March - end, the biggest in four years.3 Moreover, total natural gas inventories of 1.38 trillion cubic feet were nearly 33 % below their year - ago level.3 Meanwhile, the market appeared focused on an anticipated production surge (2018 is projected to be a record growth year for gas supplies) and may have overlooked intensifying demand as US exports increasingly helped drain supplies.

The airline on Thursday lowered its profit outlook for the year, citing in part a 12 % increase in the average price of jet fuel over the past two weeks.

Important near - term influences on prices will be the significant increases in production costs that have occurred recently, arising from higher fuel prices, increases in a range of other commodity prices and the effect of the lower exchange rate on prices of imported inputs.

Recently, increases in competition and price have begun to force prospective homeowners to find affordable real estate outside of the Greater Toronto Area, while others are opting to wait on the sidelines for price increases to slow — choosing to rent or renovate — further fuelling inventory shortages across the region.

Examples of these risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to the impact of: adverse general economic and related factors, such as fluctuating or increasing levels of unemployment, underemployment and the volatility of fuel prices, declines in the securities and real estate markets, and perceptions of these conditions that decrease the level of disposable income of consumers or consumer confidence; adverse events impacting the security of travel, such as terrorist acts, armed conflict and threats thereof, acts of piracy, and other international events; the risks and increased costs associated with operating internationally; our expansion into and investments in new markets; breaches in data security or other disturbances to our information technology and other networks; the spread of epidemics and viral outbreaks; adverse incidents involving cruise ships; changes in fuel prices and / or other cruise operating costs; any impairment of our tradenames or goodwill; our hedging strategies; our inability to obtain adequate insurance coverage; our substantial indebtedness, including the ability to raise additional capital to fund our operations, and to generate the necessary amount of cash to service our existing debt; restrictions in the agreements governing our indebtedness that limit our flexibility in operating our business; the significant portion of our assets pledged as collateral under our existing debt agreements and the ability of our creditors to accelerate the repayment of our indebtedness; volatility and disruptions in the global credit and financial markets, which may adversely affect our ability to borrow and could increase our counterparty credit risks, including those under our credit facilities, derivatives, contingent obligations, insurance contracts and new ship progress payment guarantees; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; overcapacity in key markets or globally; our inability to recruit or retain qualified personnel or the loss of key personnel; future changes relating to how external distribution channels sell and market our cruises; our reliance on third parties to provide hotel management services to certain ships and certain other services; delays in our shipbuilding program and ship repairs, maintenance and refurbishments; future increases in the price of, or major changes or reduction in, commercial airline services; seasonal variations in passenger fare rates and occupancy levels at different times of the year; our ability to keep pace with developments in technology; amendments to our collective bargaining agreements for crew members and other employee relation issues; the continued availability of attractive port destinations; pending or threatened litigation, investigations and enforcement actions; changes involving the tax and environmental regulatory regimes in which we operate; and other factors set forth under «Risk Factors» in our most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10 - K and subsequent filings by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

«There has been political turmoil for the past one - and - a-half years that has resulted in electricity supply shortage, resulting in an increase in fuel prices,» Joy Singhal, Oxfam's deputy director in Yemen, said on Wednesday.

BNZ senior economist Doug Steel said a genuine increase in demand for protein, particularly from China, was also fuelling the price bonanza, which saw the average price on Fonterra's GlobalDairy Trade auction this week surge 14.2 per cent on the last auction.

The fuel price increase has imposed more hardship on the already suffering Ghanaian.

He was alleged to have accused him of siphoning proceeds from the fuel price increases in the country and also alleged that Mr. Ibrahim and his brother, the President, usually used the monies stolen from the national purse on luxurious holidays in South Africa.

The Government needs to act urgently and we are calling on Gordon Brown, who only recently pledged to ensure that he will do everything to eradicate fuel poverty, to use the additional VAT receipts he will receive from the price increases and direct them into energy efficiency schemes for the fuel poor.»

The future strategic tanker aircraft has seen a # 336 million increase in cost because of fuel price inflation, but a failure to take advantage of opportunities to cut the overall bill on the Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier was criticised by the public spending watchdog.

According to KT Hammond, the NPA on the blind side of Parliament and the Ministry of Finance surreptitiously increased fuel prices to 30 percent.

The Ayuba Wabba - led faction of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Thursday failed to carry out its plan of grounding flight operations at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos over the recent increase in fuel price.

We need a # 110bn investment in our energy infrastructure, and a failure to invest now will lead to an increased dependence on imported fossil fuels, which are subject to volatile price spikes and security of supply issues.

«To the point where competition among the Oil Marketing Companies remains high, market price for both Brent crude and refined oil dropping in average price terms, added to the appreciation of the Cedi against the U.S. dollar, and increasing national fuel stock; the Institute for Energy Security (IES) believe that there is enough positive momentum and fundamental justification to move the prices of Petrol and Diesel lower on the local market,» IES said in a release signed by Gilbert Richmond Rockson, Principal Research Analyst.

According to the renowned Economist, he is very surprised that the fuel stations are charging a 27 % increase since the hansard on the fuel price increase stated a maximum of 5 % and not 27 %, adding that Parliamentarians can not be held responsible.

But Alhassan Tampuli speaking on the increase said apart from the effect of the hurricanes, the international price at which fuel currently sells also has had an impact on the price build - up as well as the cedi - dollar rate.

It has been suggested in many quarters that VED should be abolished, and fuel duties increased accordingly, insofar as the price of fuel has a greater incentive effect on reducing emissions.

Improved weather and lower gas prices fueled a 3 percent increase in traffic on the Thruway last year as the 570 - mile thoroughfare struggles with its finances.

This would increase fuel poverty for families and pensioners whilst, in contrast to Miliband's energy price - freeze, make a negligible difference on soaring bills.

With this focus on electrified urban centres, allied to escalating costs of operating conventionally - fuelled cars are oil prices increase, rural areas may require some further action to resolve mounting personal transport challenges.

At a time when fuel prices are at record high, and the Government is punishing drivers with sky high VED increases, Mrs Kelly is now going to hit low income earners in Greater Manchester with a 8 per cent tax on getting into work.

He said, «Any increase in fuel pump price would be an indirect tax on Nigerians to fund APC interests and, considering the pains Nigerians have suffered under this... government, this intended hike will be callous.

There has been a furious reaction this week to the fuel price increase - one protester was killed on Tuesday in Ilorin, Kwara state, and thousands of Nigerians have demonstrated in cities across the country.

The party said investigations have shown that the Federal Government has been lying to Nigerians on oil - related issues while using the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation to bandy figures with intentions to arrive at government» s predetermined agenda to increase the price of fuel.

Prices have increased from 65 naira ($ 0.40; # 0.26) per litre to at least 140 naira in filling stations and from 100 naira to at least 200 on the black market, where many Nigerians buy their fuel.

They point to the VAT rise in 2011 which increased thetotal tax take on fuel to about 60 % of the pump price.

The rebuttal said in full: «The attention of the office of the Honorable Minister of State, Petroleum Resources has been drawn to some certain publications making the rounds on both traditional and social media alleging that the Honorable Minister of State, Petroleum Resources Dr. Emmanuel Ibe Kachikwu dropped a hint of an impending fuel price increase during the Joint Senate and House of Representatives Committee hearing on fuel scarcity in Nigeria.

Speaking on Eyewitness News, John Jinapor said the fuel price increase is an indication of the government's failure to keep up with...

A former Deputy Minister for Power, John Jinapor, has challenged government to make public detailed information on the recent increases in fuel prices.

The General Secretary of the NLC, Dr. Peter Ozo - Eson, told our correspondent on the telephone, on Tuesday, that the demand for a new Minimum Wage preceded the increase in the pump price of fuel, which led to the constitution of the palliative committee.

Drivers will continue to insist on their right to drive wherever they want to, despite increases in the price of fuel.

$ 8 billion) over first ten years for deficit reductionObeys PAYGO; Starting in 2026, 25 % of auction revenues for deficit reductionFuels and TransportationIncrease biofuels to 60 million gallons by 2030, low - carbon fuel standard of 10 % by 2010, 1 million plug» in hybrid cars by 2025, raise fuel economy standards, smart growth funding, end oil subsidies, promote natural gas drilling, enhanced oil recoverySmart growth funding, plug - in hybrids, raise fuel economy standards $ 7 billion a year for smart growth funding, plug - in hybrids, natural gas vehicles, raise fuel economy standards; offshore drilling with revenue sharing and oil spill veto, natural gas fracking disclosureCost ContainmentInternational offsetsOffset pool, banking and borrowing flexibility, soft price collar using permit reserve auction at $ 28 per ton going to 60 % above three - year - average market price» Hard» price collar between $ 12 and $ 25 per ton, floor increases at 3 % + CPI, ceiling at 5 % + CPI, plus permit reserve auction, offsets like W - MClean Air Act And StatesNot discussedOnly polluters above 25,000 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent a year, regional cap and trade suspended until 2017, EPA to set stationary source performance standards in 2016, some Clean Air Act provisions excludedOnly polluters above 25,000 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent a year, regional cap and trade pre-empted, establishes coal - fired plant performance standards, some Clean Air Act provisions excludedInternational CompetitivenessTax incentives for domestic auto industryFree allowances for trade - exposed industries, 2020 carbon tariff on importsCarbon tariff on importsReferences: Barack Obama, 2007; Barack Obama, 8/3/08; Pew Center, 6/26/09; leaked drafts of American Power Act, 5/11/10.

Ever - economical Kia likes to point out that its engine, which gets 15 mpg (15.7 L / 100 km) city / 20 mpg (11.8 L / 100 km) highway, runs on regular - grade unleaded gasoline, while the Honda Odyssey requires premium fuel, something fast becoming more of a selling point as gas prices in the U.S. increase.

As they did with the last price spike in 2008, when the highest recorded price of a gallon of regular gas in Florida hit $ 4.08 on July 16, Florida dealers are seeing an increase in customer interest in fuel mileage.

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (May 11, 2018)-- According to Black Book ® data, the average price of a used vehicle for model years 2012 - 2016 increased in value by +0.3 % during April, fueled by a strong spring selling season for cars, also up +1.3 %; trucks saw a decrease of -0.4 % on the month.

OPTION PACKAGES REAR - SEAT BLU - RAY ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM 9 display, 2 wireless headphones, wireless remote and rear audio system w / 115V AC power outlet and RCA jacks, Wireless Headphones (2), RADIO: PREMIUM DISPLAY AUDIO W / NAV / ENTUNE / JBL JBL GreenEdge speakers and amplifier, AM / FM CD Player w / MP3 / WMA playback capability, touch - screen display, aux jack, USB 2.0 port w / increased charging capability and iPod connectivity and control, hands - free phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth wireless technology, and voice recognition (integrated backup camera vehicle dependent), The Entune App Suite includes Bing, iHeartRadio,, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places (on CY13 audio only), real - time info including traffic, weather, fuel prices, sports and stocks.

• The eAssist «smart electrification» system produces 25 - percent increase in fuel economy • eAssist technology is standard on all 2012 models with the 2.4 L four - cylinder engine • Provides customers with a full - size luxury sedan featuring 37 mpg highway and 25 mpg city for about $ 30,000 (exact pricing has not yet been set) • Boost in fuel economy comes with no compromises in the driving experience

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Dec 21, 2011 — Two new four - cylinder, two - wheel - drive Honda Crosstour & reg; models are set to go on sale next month, broadening the vehicle's appeal through a lower price point and EPA - estimated fuel economy that increases 3 mpg1 in the city and 2 mpg1...

The noticeable changes between E Series 2 and 3 include the GTS power has been increased to 325000 kW (442 PS), making it once again the top of the HSV list; the GTS E Series II price has been increased to $ 80,990; the HSV Enhanced Driver Interface (racing version of Holden IQ), the new LPI system, LPG and unleaded fuel are $ 5,990 options on all models except the R8 Tourer; and the updated Holden VE II Commodore interior and new rear exhaust and rear spoilers.

The new 6th generation BMW 3 Series Sedan will offer outstanding value when it goes on sale in February 2012 with increased luxury features, fuel - efficient TwinPower Turbo engines, more advanced technology and substantially lower prices than the outgoing model.

The price of fuel fluctuates so wildly year - to - year and yet every time the price goes down sales of larger SUVs and trucks increase and small cars languish on dealer lots.

While fuel prices increased for many months, the railroads have been able to pass on the increased costs to customers in the form of fuel surcharges.

Earlier this month, Loblaw notified its suppliers that it will apply an automatic 1.45 per cent price deduction on all incoming shipments beginning Sept. 4 and reject any future increases with few exceptions related to costs such as fuel charges or foreign exchange rates.

Indonesia fuel price hike On June 25th 2013 the Indonesian government who heavily subsidizes fuel increased the price by 44 %.