Truck drivers share concern over rise in gas prices in Georgia

PORT WENTWORTH, Ga. (WTOC) – Truck stops alongside I-95 keep fairly busy, particularly proper in Port Wentworth. Drivers say that the value they’re paying to refill their tanks is getting regarding.

Truck drivers like Roger Faluker, commonly make cross-country journeys. He’s been driving commercially for greater than 20 years.

“That is the very best it’s ever been since I’ve been driving vehicles.”

Faluker, an owner-operator, says he spends practically $1,000 per week simply on gasoline for his truck.

“If it will get any greater, I’ll must shut it down, as a result of gained’t be capable of operate due to it. You gained’t be capable of break even, you’ll be paying extra in gas than you’re really bringing house.”

In keeping with AAA, the typical value of diesel gas in Georgia is now greater than $5.26. That’s up from round $3.08 a yr in the past. Some truck drivers say they’re anxious concerning the results this could have on the buyer as properly.

“We will’t work free of charge. Primarily based on the excessive value of gas now, we’ve got to replicate that, and that will get finally despatched to the customers,” stated Paul Perez.

Filling up their industrial autos isn’t all that these truck drivers are anxious about. They are saying the value they pay to refill their private automobiles once they get house can be an issue.

“When me and my household store on the retailer, we’re positively taking extra warning in what we purchase and watching our purchases as costs improve.”

As for normal gasoline, AAA information exhibits Georgia is averaging round $4.13 per gallon up from $2.95 a yr in the past. One thing driver Paul Perez says retains him driving for work longer… along with his touring companion Chico.

“I’m staying out longer to serve the American individuals. So now, I’ll go house as soon as each three weeks and take three or 4 days off.”

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