The NewsWorthy Special Edition: Everything More Expensive? Here's Why & How to Save
Apr 18, 2026
Andrea Woroch, a consumer money-saving expert, shares practical tips to cut costs on gas, groceries, travel, and monthly bills. Patrick DeHaan, petroleum analyst at GasBuddy, explains how global oil supply routes and market shifts drive U.S. fuel and diesel price swings. They discuss regional price differences, how rising fuel affects food and travel, and immediately actionable saving strategies.
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Diesel Prices Ripple Through The Economy
- Diesel is the backbone of U.S. supply chains so diesel price spikes ripple into nearly all goods.
- Patrick de Haan emphasizes semis, planes, and construction depend on diesel and higher diesel costs hit retail deliveries.
Combine Trips And Maintain Your Car
- Combine trips, set up carpools, and maintain your vehicle to improve fuel economy.
- Andrea Woroch highlights inflating tires, timely oil changes, and fresh air filters to reduce fuel consumption.
Be Flexible To Lower Airfare Costs
- Be flexible with destinations, dates, and airports and consider one-way routings to find cheaper airfare.
- Andrea Woroch advises using rewards cards with signup bonuses and comparing multiple nearby airports for savings.