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I drive a diesel but was a little late to the biofuel game. It's now more expensive that 5-20% biofuel. So most of the time I fill up with 5-20%. I don't mind paying the price but it seems like using biofuel vs. 5-20% is kind of a wash.

Why is Diesel more expensive that gas? Historically it's been much cheaper. I realize it has to do with supply and demand but as I understand it, Diesel is a a less refined fuel so in theory it should be cheaper. If Oil speculators are driving up the price of fuel is there an artificial inflation of Diesel? Is our government trying to cripple our economy by allowing this speculation?

Obviously it's great in some ways. People are driving less. All the people with large SUVs are finally feeling the pinch. I think this has been a blessing in a lot of ways but who will lead us out of this?

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