Gas prices in the U.S. rose from $1.47 to $3.12 per gallon between January 2001 and May 2007, reflecting the country's growing dependence on foreign oil.
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Gas prices in the U.S. rose from $1.47 to $3.12 per gallon between January 2001 and May 2007, reflecting the country's growing dependence on foreign oil.
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President Richard Nixon appears in archival footage, calling for reduced dependence on foreign oil. "GasHole" details the history of oil prices in the United States, tracing the shift from exporter to importer. The film discusses a 1946 Buick Roadmaster that reportedly achieved 100 miles per gallon and the subsequent claims by Shell Oil regarding fuel efficiency. It also covers congressional hearings after Hurricane Katrina, where lawmakers questioned oil companies about rising gas prices. The documentary features interviews with politicians, including Representative Nancy Pelosi and Senator Gordon H. Smith.
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Why Watch
- See presidents Nixon and Bush on U.S. oil dependency.
- Find out about the 100 mpg Buick Roadmaster.
- Meet politicians questioning oil company practices.
Did You Know
- In 1977, a book by Shell scientists claimed a 1947 Studebaker got 150 mpg.
- Gas prices in the U.S. rose from $1.47 to $3.12 between January 2001 and May 2007.
- Tom Ogle, who created a car that got 200 miles on 2 gallons, was found dead in the desert in 1977.
- Since 1990, oil companies donated $49 million to Democrats and $150 million to Republicans.
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Who directed the documentary GasHole?
GasHole was directed by Scott D. Roberts and Jeremy Wagener.
What was the average price of a gallon of gas in the U.S. from 2001 to 2007?
From January 2001 to May 2007, the average price of a gallon of gas in the U.S. rose from $1.47 to $3.12.
What award did GasHole win in 2009?
In 2009, GasHole won the Spirit of the Independent Award at the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival.
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