Perception of limited gas sends more people to the pumps , experts say . When supply is low and retailers are uncertain when they 'll receive their next gas shipment , some proprietors actually raise their gas prices so they can keep their gas supply longer and maintain profits from their snacks and sundries . Gas prices spiked across the nation after Hurricane Ike hit Gulf Coast . Reduced supply after storm plays part , but so does consumer rush . Professor : " The price is going up because there's a lot less oil in the world than before
Perception of limited gas sends more people to the pumps , experts say . Gas prices spiked across the nation after Hurricane Ike hit Gulf Coast . Reduced supply after storm plays part , but so does consumer rush . Professor : " The price is going up because there's a lot less oil in the world than before