No relief in sight for U.S. drivers as gas and diesel prices surge

TL;DR

Gasoline and diesel prices are surging, with experts predicting further increases.
Geopolitical conflicts in Ukraine, Russia, and the Middle East are crimping global oil supply.
Diesel prices have hit a record high, impacting transportation of goods and potentially utility bills.
Reduced refining capacity, both domestically and internationally, is exacerbating the global oil shortage.
Attacks on pipelines and Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil infrastructure are further impacting supply.
Drivers in certain states, like California and Illinois, are experiencing prices well above the national average.
Political leaning of states may correlate with fuel price differences due to energy and refining distribution.

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