ENERGY FIX

2:22pm: A tropical storm threatens to halt much of the Gulf of Mexico's oil production, which could send crude and gas prices back up near mid-summer levels. more

• Gulf oil braces for Gustav

Oil closes down, despite storm

3:02pm: Gustav lurks near Gulf of Mexico, but crude prices still sink on a strengthening U.S. dollar. more

Drillers scramble for workers

Aug 26: As the oil biz booms, filling jobs that often require living in the middle of the ocean for extended periods of time is getting more difficult, and more expensive. more

Why crude won't fall below $100

Aug 22: With a surge in the price of global commodities, it's costing more to produce a barrel of oil than ever before. more

6 home heating alternatives

Aug 22: Staying warm this winter could get expensive. While there's not much homeowners can do about energy prices, there are some ways to reduce your dependence on traditional fuels. more

• Dreading winter's bitter bill

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Latest Gas Prices

Gulf Coast gas prices spike

Gas prices jump overnight in Mississippi and other Gulf Coast states over fears that Tropical Storm Gustav could threaten oil supplies. more

Energy Hunt

Gulf evacuations begin

Oil prices surge as Hurricane Gustav continues on its track towards offshore platforms in the Gulf of Mexico. more

Real Stories

Gas crunch hits home

High prices are straining American motorists. Here are their stories. more

Beating High Gas Prices

5 cost-effective fuel savers
Some fuel efficient vehicles aren't the most economical choices out there. Here are some that are. more
Urban oil drilling
A new landscape is being tapped for oil wells: Your hood. more
Forecasting oil
As prices drop, trader Ray Carbone remains bullish. more
11 mileage-obsessed questions
With soaring gas prices, you may have a lot to ask about what's best for you. more
6 stylin' hybrid alternatives
These cars offer fuel economy without giving up style and value. more
Cars that cut your gas bill in half
These three minis combine top gas mileage with zoom. more
GM unveils 'fuel-sipping' Camaro
Fuel mileage is front and center as Chevy's muscle car gets a makeover for the "green" generation. more

Special Report

Fueling America

• Short-term solutions

• Why's the price so high

• Your paycheck and gas prices

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