Economy

A detail view of a motorist charging their vehicle with a Tesla urban supercharger, Sunday, June 12, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo.

Soaring Gas Prices Put a Charge into Electric Vehicle Sales

Despite recent declines at the pump, this year’s surge in gasoline prices continues to send tremors through the economy. One consequence is the growing popularity of electric vehicles. In Missouri, the average gallon of gasoline was $4.37 on Wednesday, less than the national average of $4.63, according to AAA. The average price in Kansas was…

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A man looks inside a new car.

Tips for Buying a New Car in Today’s Market

With supplies low and demand high, dealers have more leverage and buyers must work harder to find a new car. Here are some tips to help navigate a problem that isn’t going away soon.

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Gas pumps at a Quik Trip store.

Kansas City Braces for Long, Hot Summer of High Gas Prices

Gas prices are continuing to surge higher in Kansas and Missouri, and analysts don’t expect much relief for months. The gas price pinch is beginning to alter driving patterns.

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An aerial view of the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, which sprawls across almost 4,000 acres.

Lake City Ammo Plant May Reload

Congress has approved language for the National Defense Authorization Act that reverses the previously proposed cuts to small ammunition production at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant.

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The Calista Compressor Station serves the Kansas Gas Service’s network in Kansas.

On Top of $1 Billion Fallout from February Cold Snap, Natural Gas Prices Expected to Climb this Winter

After a historic cold snap depleted natural gas reserves in February, prices for heating could be as much as 30% higher this winter, prompting concerns about increasing bills for Kansas and Missouri customers.

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