Rising costs

The situation could get worse soon. Prices at the pump have been pushed to levels many couldn't conceive of even a year ago, and analysts and the Energy Department are both expecting the cost of gas to rise even further this spring and summer.

For many, obligatory commutes and a lack of public transportation make it tough to cut back much on the one thing that could make the most difference — driving itself. Still, faced with paying $3.50 or more per gallon, some Americans say they have been forced to drop their cars altogether, or at least to reduce trips to the mall or even grocery store.
Patricia Brown had never commuted via public transportation until about a year ago, when gas prices hit $3. Now Brown spends one hour and 45 minutes every day on a bus and train, plus another 17 minutes (yes, she’s timed it) walking 1.1 miles from the station to her office.
Brown, who lives in Glen Carbon, Ill., said her commute used to take anywhere from 45 minutes to over two hours depending on traffic, and giving up her car has meant sacrificing time at the gym and night classes. But on the plus side, Brown said she’s happy to leave the driving to someone else when the weather gets nasty, while she knits or crochets. The cost savings also have allowed the 63-year-old to stay on financial track.

“I can save more money for my retirement,” she said.
For people who are already retired, a sudden spike in gas prices can be even more of a blow.


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