Gas Prices Misread by Most Americans | Honolulu News

Americans are wildly misjudging gas prices—three in five think local prices jumped more than they did, with nearly a quarter believing hikes hit $3 or more, despite the average hovering around $4 a gallon. This perception spike ties to Middle East tensions, especially Red Sea shipping routes, and worries about conflict escalation. Almost half of voters say gas prices could sway their election choice, with MAGA Republicans more likely than others to underestimate the actual price increases. A mid-July poll of 2,000 adults reveals how deeply global events are shaping economic perceptions—and why perception often matters more than reality. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/13f43fb4771f08c4