From VICE · Luis Prada · · 40s
Gas Price War in Georgia
Gas stations in Georgia dropped prices to 97 cents a gallon in a price war.
In brief
Gas stations in Georgia dropped prices to 97 cents a gallon in a price war. A price war between Amoco and Sunoco gas stations in Georgia sent prices to 97 cents a gallon. Originally reported by VICE.
Price War Starts
Amoco and Sunoco gas stations on Marietta Street in Powder Springs began a price war.
Price Drop Timeline
Prices dropped from $2.54 to $1.39 before hitting 97 cents a gallon.
Public Reaction
Drivers spent $15 filling their tanks instead of $90 normally.
Price Rebound
Prices returned to normal after a day of record low prices.
The key point
A price war between Amoco and Sunoco gas stations in Georgia sent prices to 97 cents a gallon.
