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Memorial Day 2025 gas price surge to $4.48 per gallon—42 cents above 2024 and the second-highest on record—represents a critical inflection point for e-commerce sellers across multiple operational and consumer behavior dimensions. Driven by Middle East geopolitical tensions and Strait of Hormuz supply disruptions, this energy crisis directly impacts three core seller ecosystems: fulfillment costs, consumer purchasing power, and seasonal demand patterns.\n\n**Fulfillment Economics Under Pressure**: The 10% Strategic Petroleum Reserve decline and record inventory depletion translate directly to increased logistics costs for Amazon FBA sellers, 3PL providers, and last-mile delivery networks. Fuel surcharges on FedEx, UPS, and regional carriers typically increase 8-15% during $4.50+ price environments. For sellers shipping 1,000+ units monthly via FBA, this represents $150-300 additional monthly costs. Smaller sellers using 3PL providers face similar margin compression, with some carriers already implementing temporary fuel adjustment fees of 3-5% on shipments. The White House's emergency measures—Strategic Petroleum Reserve releases, Jones Act waivers, Defense Production Act invocation—provide temporary relief but remain insufficient to prevent sustained cost increases through summer 2025.\n\n**Consumer Spending Reallocation and Demand Shifts**: Brown University's $43 billion energy cost spike ($24B gasoline alone, ~$200 per household) fundamentally alters consumer discretionary spending. The CNN poll showing 75% of Americans reporting negative financial effects signals reduced purchasing power, particularly among fixed-income demographics (retirees, seniors) who typically drive Q2 seasonal categories like outdoor furniture, gardening supplies, and home improvement products. However, the record 39.1 million Americans traveling by car this Memorial Day weekend creates countervailing demand: automotive accessories (roof racks, fuel efficiency products), travel-related merchandise (coolers, portable chargers, travel organizers), and convenience items see 15-25% demand spikes during holiday travel periods. Sellers in automotive aftermarket, outdoor recreation, and travel accessories categories should expect elevated traffic but compressed margins due to increased customer acquisition costs and reduced average order values.\n\n**Inflation Cascade and Margin Compression**: The gas price surge contributed to pushing U.S. inflation to nearly 4% in April, with real wages shrinking for the first time in three years. This creates a dual squeeze: seller input costs rise (manufacturing, materials, shipping) while consumer purchasing power contracts. Amazon sellers face potential margin compression of 5-12% across most categories, with electronics and discretionary goods hit hardest. The approval rating collapse (only 21% approve of Trump's gas price handling) suggests sustained political pressure for price controls or additional interventions, creating regulatory uncertainty for Q2-Q3 2025 planning.",[63,66,69,72,75,78,81,84],{"title":64,"answer":65,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How can sellers capitalize on the 39.1 million Memorial Day travelers through targeted marketing?","The record 39.1 million Americans traveling by car this Memorial Day weekend represent a concentrated demand spike for travel-related merchandise. Sellers should launch targeted PPC campaigns 2-3 weeks before Memorial Day (early May 2025) emphasizing 'road trip essentials,' 'travel organizers,' and 'fuel-efficient driving.' Optimize product listings with seasonal keywords: 'Memorial Day travel,' 'road trip gear,' 'car organization.' Create bundles combining complementary products (cooler + portable charger + travel organizer) at 10-15% discounts to increase average order value. Leverage Amazon's Sponsored Brands campaigns to capture high-intent traffic. Expect 20-30% traffic increases during May 20-27, 2025; ensure inventory is stocked 3-4 weeks prior. Post-holiday (May 28+), expect demand to normalize—plan clearance strategies for excess inventory.",{"title":67,"answer":68,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What regulatory risks should sellers monitor given political pressure on gas prices?","Only 21% of Americans approve of Trump's gas price handling, creating political pressure for price controls, additional Strategic Petroleum Reserve releases, or regulatory interventions. The White House has already invoked the Defense Production Act and paused Russian oil sanctions—further interventions could include fuel price caps, export restrictions, or refinery regulations affecting supply chains. Sellers should monitor energy policy announcements weekly and maintain flexible pricing strategies. If price controls are implemented, expect margin compression and potential supply shortages. Consider diversifying supplier bases away from fuel-dependent logistics regions. Subscribe to energy policy alerts from the Department of Energy and Federal Reserve to anticipate regulatory changes affecting Q2-Q3 2025 operations.",{"title":70,"answer":71,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How should sellers adjust pricing strategy during high gas price environments?","Sellers face a pricing dilemma: raising prices to offset fuel surcharges risks losing price-sensitive customers, while maintaining prices compresses margins. The optimal strategy involves selective repricing (3-5% increases on high-margin items), bundling lower-margin products with premium items, and emphasizing value through enhanced product descriptions and reviews. For Amazon sellers, monitor Buy Box pricing closely—competitors will also raise prices, creating category-wide adjustments. Consider tiered pricing: maintain competitive pricing on bestsellers (BSR top 100) to preserve market share, while repricing slower-moving SKUs. Use Amazon's dynamic pricing tools to test elasticity; historical data shows consumers accept 2-3% price increases during inflation but resist 5%+ jumps.",{"title":73,"answer":74,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What's the consumer spending impact of $43 billion energy cost spike on discretionary purchases?","Brown University estimates Americans face $43 billion in energy cost increases ($24B gasoline alone, ~$200 per household), reducing discretionary spending power significantly. The CNN poll showing 75% of Americans reporting negative financial effects indicates compressed purchasing for non-essential categories like home décor, fashion, and electronics. Fixed-income consumers (retirees, seniors) face the hardest choices, reducing demand for premium products. Sellers should expect 8-12% margin compression across discretionary categories and shift marketing toward value-oriented products, bundles, and subscription models. Monitor category-specific demand through Amazon analytics; outdoor furniture and gardening supplies typically decline 10-15% during high-inflation periods.",{"title":76,"answer":77,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How does inflation at 4% impact seller cost of goods sold and inventory planning?","The 4% inflation rate (April 2025) combined with real wage shrinkage creates a cost-squeeze environment. Seller COGS increases 3-6% due to manufacturing cost inflation, while consumer purchasing power declines. This forces inventory optimization: reduce slow-moving SKUs by 15-20%, increase turnover velocity, and focus on high-velocity products with 4-6 week inventory targets instead of 8-12 weeks. Real wages shrinking for the first time in three years signals consumers will trade down to lower-priced alternatives—sellers should develop budget-friendly product lines or expand private label offerings in value segments. Monitor supplier pricing weekly; many manufacturers implement price increases during inflation cycles. Lock in supplier contracts for Q3-Q4 2025 now to avoid additional cost increases.",{"title":79,"answer":80,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What logistics alternatives should sellers evaluate as fuel costs remain elevated?","With fuel surcharges expected to persist through summer 2025 (Patrick De Haan warns of potential $5.00/gallon if Strait of Hormuz remains closed), sellers should evaluate regional 3PL providers, nearshoring strategies, and alternative fulfillment networks. Regional 3PLs often have lower fuel surcharge rates than national carriers. Consider splitting inventory between Amazon FBA (for Prime customers) and regional fulfillment centers for non-Prime channels. Evaluate Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) as an alternative to FBA—WFS typically has lower fuel surcharge exposure. For international sellers, assess whether nearshoring to Mexico or Canada reduces fuel-dependent logistics costs. Calculate break-even points: if fuel surcharges exceed 5% of product cost, alternative fulfillment becomes economically viable.",{"title":82,"answer":83,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"Which e-commerce product categories benefit from Memorial Day gas price surge?","Automotive accessories, travel organizers, and fuel-efficiency products see 15-25% demand spikes during high-gas-price periods when 39.1 million Americans travel by car. Categories like roof racks, portable coolers, travel organizers, fuel additives, and tire pressure monitoring systems historically outperform during holiday travel seasons. Outdoor recreation (camping gear, portable chargers) and convenience items also surge. Sellers in these categories should increase inventory 20-30% for May-June 2025 and optimize listings with keywords like 'fuel-efficient,' 'travel essential,' and 'road trip.' However, expect higher customer acquisition costs as consumers become more price-sensitive.",{"title":85,"answer":86,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How do rising gas prices affect Amazon FBA seller profitability in 2025?","Rising gas prices directly increase FBA fulfillment costs through fuel surcharges on carrier networks. At $4.48 per gallon, sellers shipping 1,000+ units monthly via FBA face $150-300 additional monthly costs due to 8-15% carrier fuel adjustments. FedEx and UPS typically implement fuel surcharges when gas exceeds $4.25/gallon, with rates increasing 0.5-1% for every $0.25 price increment. Sellers should audit their FBA cost structure immediately and consider repricing products 3-5% to offset margin compression. Monitor carrier announcements weekly, as fuel surcharges adjust dynamically based on weekly petroleum prices.",[88,93,97,102,106,110,114,119,122,126,130,134,138,142,146,150,154,158,162,166,170,174,178,182,186,190,194,198,202,205,209,213,216,220,224,228,231,235,239,242,246,250,254,259,263,267,271,275,279,283,287,291,295,299,303,307,311,315,319,323,327,331],{"id":89,"title":90,"source":91,"logo":15,"time":92},935269,"New Mexico gas prices remain high ahead of Memorial Day weekend","https://www.koat.com/article/new-mexico-gas-prices-high-memorial-day-ahead/71342564","3D AGO",{"id":94,"title":95,"source":96,"logo":38,"time":92},935268,"Gas prices in Denver expected to increase heading into Memorial Day weekend","https://www.denverpost.com/2026/05/19/colorado-gas-prices-rising-travel/",{"id":98,"title":99,"source":100,"logo":47,"time":101},935267,"GasBuddy forecasts most expensive summer at the pump in years amid Middle East conflict","https://katv.com/news/local/gasbuddy-forecasts-most-expensive-summer-at-the-pump-in-years-amid-middle-east-conflict","1D AGO",{"id":103,"title":104,"source":105,"logo":11,"time":101},936598,"Gas prices hit new highs ahead of Memorial Day weekend","https://hvilleblast.com/gas-prices-new-highs-ahead-of-memorial-day-weekend/",{"id":107,"title":108,"source":109,"logo":60,"time":101},936599,"Gas prices approach $5 per gallon in Colorado Springs ahead of Memorial Day weekend","https://gazette.com/2026/05/20/gas-prices-approach-5-per-gallon-in-colorado-springs-ahead-of-memorial-day-weekend/",{"id":111,"title":112,"source":113,"logo":18,"time":101},935262,"Every state in the US now has average gas prices above $4 as travelers prepare to pay more over Memorial Day weekend","https://www.9news.com/article/news/nation-world/attack-on-iran/average-gas-prices-abouve-4-dollars-in-us-memorial-day/507-a9303bf9-1183-482c-a4ce-b2317ee3cd5f",{"id":115,"title":116,"source":117,"logo":23,"time":118},936594,"Gas prices up this week in the US","https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/gas-prices-week-us-124956014.html","2D AGO",{"id":120,"title":112,"source":121,"logo":42,"time":101},935261,"https://www.10tv.com/article/news/nation-world/attack-on-iran/average-gas-prices-abouve-4-dollars-in-us-memorial-day/507-a9303bf9-1183-482c-a4ce-b2317ee3cd5f",{"id":123,"title":124,"source":125,"logo":5,"time":118},936595,"What drivers should know before traveling for Memorial Day Weekend","https://www.clickondetroit.com/video/news/2026/05/20/what-drivers-should-know-before-traveling-for-memorial-day-weekend/",{"id":127,"title":128,"source":129,"logo":5,"time":101},935260,"Citrus County drivers face price surge","https://www.chronicleonline.com/news/local/citrus-county-drivers-face-price-surge/article_6084b59a-6fbf-5379-b714-7e6c498cf75a.html",{"id":131,"title":132,"source":133,"logo":53,"time":118},936596,"Is the cost of gas changing your summer plans?","https://www.fox47news.com/news/local-news/is-the-cost-of-gas-changing-your-summer-plans",{"id":135,"title":136,"source":137,"logo":14,"time":118},936597,"Geopolitical Tensions Could Keep Gas Prices Above $4 For Months","https://wjon.com/summer-gas-prices-forecast/",{"id":139,"title":140,"source":141,"logo":5,"time":101},935266,"Gas could hit $4.80 a gallon, squeezing summer travel plans, analyst predicts","https://www.usatoday.com/story/cars/news/2026/05/20/gas-prices-summer-travel-costs/90174537007/",{"id":143,"title":144,"source":145,"logo":55,"time":101},935265,"Every state soars above $4 for a gallon of gas as Memorial Day weekend approaches","https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/every-state-soars-above-4-145114016.html",{"id":147,"title":148,"source":149,"logo":44,"time":101},935264,"Another gas price spike could arrive before Memorial Day, analyst says","https://lancasteronline.com/news/local/another-gas-price-spike-could-arrive-before-memorial-day-analyst-says/article_e6644325-0d35-49d9-a041-8a0a4853c901.html",{"id":151,"title":152,"source":153,"logo":19,"time":101},935263,"‘That hurts’: Gas prices continue to climb ahead of Memorial Day weekend","https://www.kcrg.com/2026/05/20/that-hurts-gas-prices-continue-climb-ahead-memorial-day-weekend/",{"id":155,"title":156,"source":157,"logo":57,"time":118},936593,"When will gas prices go down? Brace for 'most volatile summer at the pump in years.'","https://finance.yahoo.com/personal-finance/banking/article/when-will-gas-prices-go-down-brace-for-most-volatile-summer-at-the-pump-in-years-154506668.html",{"id":159,"title":160,"source":161,"logo":41,"time":118},935259,"Memorial Day sticker shock: Gas prices near all-time highs","https://www.channel3000.com/news/money/memorial-day-sticker-shock-gas-prices-near-all-time-highs/article_f22835dd-cb2f-5812-99e2-d6ad03bec06d.html",{"id":163,"title":164,"source":165,"logo":30,"time":118},935258,"Summer gas prices could reach record highs, GasBuddy warns","https://abc3340.com/news/local/summer-gas-prices-could-reach-record-highs-gasbuddy-warns",{"id":167,"title":168,"source":169,"logo":36,"time":118},935257,"GasBuddy issues dire summer travel gas price forecast","https://www.wane.com/top-stories/gasbuddy-issues-dire-summer-travel-gas-price-forecast/",{"id":171,"title":172,"source":173,"logo":26,"time":118},935256,"Gas Prices Trending Upward","https://wrbiradio.com/gas-prices-trending-upward/",{"id":175,"title":176,"source":177,"logo":5,"time":118},935251,"Are gas prices changing your summer travel plans? You aren't alone","https://www.floridatoday.com/story/news/state/2026/05/20/summer-memorial-day-travel-changes-gas-prices-rise-aaa-wallethub/90161972007/",{"id":179,"title":180,"source":181,"logo":31,"time":118},935255,"US Average Gas Price Surges Back to Record High Under Trump","https://www.newsweek.com/us-average-gas-price-back-record-high-under-trump-11971031",{"id":183,"title":184,"source":185,"logo":16,"time":118},935254,"GasBuddy predicts most expensive summer at the pump in years","https://www.25newsnow.com/2026/05/20/gasbuddy-predicts-most-expensive-summer-pump-years/",{"id":187,"title":188,"source":189,"logo":25,"time":118},935253,"Colorado drivers adjust habits as gas prices continue to increase heading into summer travel season","https://www.denver7.com/news/state-news/colorado-drivers-adjust-habits-as-gas-prices-continue-to-increase-heading-into-summer-travel-season",{"id":191,"title":192,"source":193,"logo":39,"time":118},935252,"Gas Prices Race Toward Memorial Day Record, Major Survey Shows","https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/gas-prices-race-toward-memorial-121500366.html",{"id":195,"title":196,"source":197,"logo":54,"time":118},935280,"High Gas Prices Weigh on Americans as Summer Travel Season Begins","https://itep.org/gas-prices-summer-travel-season/",{"id":199,"title":200,"source":201,"logo":43,"time":101},936606,"Rising gas prices put strain on Memorial Day travel budgets","https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/rising-gas-prices-put-strain-161454855.html",{"id":203,"title":128,"source":204,"logo":5,"time":101},936607,"https://www.paxtonmedia.com/news/citrus_county_chronicle/citrus-county-drivers-face-price-surge/article_590d71c8-d3c5-59a8-8387-f90baea2b6c7.html",{"id":206,"title":207,"source":208,"logo":29,"time":101},936608,"Tips for avoiding vacation inflation","https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/tips-avoiding-vacation-inflation-142618108.html",{"id":210,"title":211,"source":212,"logo":12,"time":118},936609,"Fuel costs and summer vacation, plus the cost if you decide to stay Up North","https://www.interlochenpublicradio.org/podcast/up-north-lowdown/2026-05-20/fuel-costs-and-summer-vacation-plus-the-cost-if-you-decide-to-stay-up-north",{"id":214,"title":207,"source":215,"logo":17,"time":118},936610,"https://www.cbsnews.com/video/tips-for-avoiding-vacation-inflation/",{"id":217,"title":218,"source":219,"logo":5,"time":92},936611,"Michigan's high gas prices, economic uncertainty raise summer tourism concerns","https://www.freep.com/story/travel/michigan/2026/05/19/michigan-summer-tourism-high-gas-prices/90094208007/",{"id":221,"title":222,"source":223,"logo":52,"time":92},936612,"Gas prices are $1.50 higher this Memorial Day weekend, but relief may be on the way","https://www.fox17online.com/news/morning-news/gas-prices-are-1-50-higher-this-memorial-day-weekend-but-relief-may-be-on-the-way-for-area-drivers",{"id":225,"title":226,"source":227,"logo":49,"time":118},935284,"US gas prices have increased nearly 50 cents in the past month","https://www.wptv.com/politics/economy/us-gas-prices-have-increased-nearly-50-cents-in-the-past-month",{"id":229,"title":152,"source":230,"logo":59,"time":101},937540,"https://www.wcax.com/2026/05/20/that-hurts-gas-prices-continue-climb-ahead-memorial-day-weekend/",{"id":232,"title":233,"source":234,"logo":51,"time":118},938234,"All 50 states top $4 a gallon gas as Iran impacts linger","https://www.axios.com/2026/05/20/gas-prices-us-iran-war-4-dollars-50-states",{"id":236,"title":237,"source":238,"logo":22,"time":118},935283,"GasBuddy signals gas-price reset amid shift in Iran War","https://www.thestreet.com/automotive/gasbuddy-signals-gas-price-reset-amid-shift-in-iran-war",{"id":240,"title":160,"source":241,"logo":40,"time":118},935360,"https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/20/business/gas-prices-memorial-day-trump-iran",{"id":243,"title":244,"source":245,"logo":10,"time":118},937541,"Rockford-area residents change travel plans because of gas prices","https://www.wifr.com/video/2026/05/04/rockford-area-residents-change-travel-plans-because-gas-prices/",{"id":247,"title":248,"source":249,"logo":33,"time":118},935282,"Higher gas prices are pinching pocketbooks. They could also undercut state revenues.","https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/05/19/metro/gas-prices-new-england-impact/",{"id":251,"title":252,"source":253,"logo":5,"time":118},935281,"Gas prices on Memorial Day weekend. What to expect and how to save","https://www.usatoday.com/story/cars/news/2026/05/19/memorial-day-weekend-gas-prices-savings-tips/90147905007/",{"id":255,"title":256,"source":257,"logo":37,"time":258},935286,"Watch US Faces Challenging Summer Gas Season, BofA’s Blanch Says","https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-05-18/us-faces-challenging-summer-gas-season-bofa-s-blanch-video","4D AGO",{"id":260,"title":261,"source":262,"logo":32,"time":118},935285,"Video Gas prices climb ahead of Memorial Day weekend","https://abcnews.com/video/133108585/",{"id":264,"title":265,"source":266,"logo":48,"time":101},936602,"Gas now costs $4 or more in every state heading into Memorial Day weekend","https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/gas-now-costs-4-more-170350006.html",{"id":268,"title":269,"source":270,"logo":5,"time":101},936603,"Will Wisconsin gas prices fall before Memorial Day? Not likely – and here's why","https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2026/05/20/why-wisconsin-gas-prices-arent-likely-to-fall-before-memorial-day/90175015007/",{"id":272,"title":273,"source":274,"logo":34,"time":92},935279,"Gas Prices Cross the $4 Mark in Nearly Every State","https://www.advisorperspectives.com/dshort/updates/2026/05/19/gas-prices-cross-the-4-mark-in-nearly-every-state",{"id":276,"title":277,"source":278,"logo":27,"time":101},936604,"‘That hurts’: Gas prices in CSRA, elsewhere keep rising ahead of holiday weekend","https://www.wrdw.com/2026/05/20/that-hurts-gas-prices-csra-elsewhere-keep-rising-ahead-holiday-weekend/",{"id":280,"title":281,"source":282,"logo":56,"time":101},937539,"GasBuddy Projects MOST EXPENSIVE Summer at the Pump in Years","https://dccc.org/gasbuddy-projects-most-expensive-summer-at-the-pump-in-years/",{"id":284,"title":285,"source":286,"logo":58,"time":118},935278,"Holiday travel pain at the pump still 36 cents below national average","https://www.thecentersquare.com/north_carolina/article_0e9c9193-1263-44b7-80cd-ff499ccc5d23.html",{"id":288,"title":289,"source":290,"logo":5,"time":101},936605,"Filling up for Memorial Day won't be cheap. What were KY gas prices in 2025?","https://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/local/2026/05/20/memorial-day-2026-gas-prices-kentucky/90162674007/",{"id":292,"title":293,"source":294,"logo":24,"time":101},936600,"Summer travelers face \"vacation inflation\" as airfare, gas prices rise","https://www.cbsnews.com/news/memorial-day-travel-costs-vacation-inflation-summer-2026/",{"id":296,"title":297,"source":298,"logo":28,"time":118},935359,"As gas prices surge, consumers search for other savings","https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gas-prices-savings-at-the-pump/",{"id":300,"title":301,"source":302,"logo":50,"time":101},936601,"Prices at the pump hit $4 a gallon in all 50 states—just as summer driving season begins","https://fortune.com/2026/05/20/prices-pump-hit-4-gallon-50-states-summer-driving-season-begins/",{"id":304,"title":305,"source":306,"logo":13,"time":118},935273,"Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend, gas prices still skyrocketing","https://www.13newsnow.com/video/traffic/gas-prices/ahead-of-memorial-day-weekend-gas-prices-still-skyrocketing/291-b5240038-dec5-4946-a651-3273b907056a",{"id":308,"title":309,"source":310,"logo":35,"time":118},935272,"Gas prices likely expected to remain about $4 a gallon for some time","https://www.whio.com/news/gas-prices-likely-expected-remain-about-4-gallon-some-time/957cdab0-e9bf-41f1-968c-58e0e5f5b8e3/",{"id":312,"title":313,"source":314,"logo":46,"time":92},935271,"What Capital Region residents are doing to afford higher gas prices","https://www.timesunion.com/business/article/what-residents-are-doing-to-afford-gas-prices-22256866.php",{"id":316,"title":317,"source":318,"logo":20,"time":92},935270,"Sky-High Gasoline Prices Aren’t Coming Down","https://weissratings.com/en/weiss-ratings-daily/sky-high-gasoline-prices-aren-t-coming-down",{"id":320,"title":321,"source":322,"logo":45,"time":118},935277,"Gas prices jumping 40 cents just in time for Memorial Day weekend","https://www.wcpo.com/money/consumer/dont-waste-your-money/gas-prices-jumping-40-cents-just-in-time-for-memorial-day-weekend",{"id":324,"title":325,"source":326,"logo":21,"time":118},935276,"How global tensions affect gas prices for students, residents","https://www.washtenawvoice.com/2026/05/19/how-global-tensions-affect-gas-prices-for-students-residents/",{"id":328,"title":329,"source":330,"logo":5,"time":118},935275,"Gas prices expected to rise in Greater Akron over Memorial Day weekend","https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2026/05/19/gas-prices-akron-ohio-expected-rise-memorial-day-weekend/90155746007/",{"id":332,"title":333,"source":334,"logo":5,"time":92},935274,"Filling up for Memorial Day won't be cheap. What were gas prices in 2025?","https://www.indystar.com/story/money/2026/05/19/memorial-day-2026-gasoline-prices-indiana-what-cost-of-unleaded-fuel/90139792007/","#192cdfff","#192cdf4d",1779471049545]