Fuel prices in the US are skyrocketing, especially in Michigan, where the average price of gasoline is $5.21 per gallon, according to the American Automobile Association.
Therefore, the state of the Great Lakes decided to save fuel. This also had consequences for the police.
Isabella County Sheriff Michael Maine said his county is already “running out” its fuel budget and would have to wait several months before being replenished.
Therefore, Mayne instructed the police to solve problems over the phone if possible without coming by. “Roadless” calls include cases where the caller has turned off the phone, when nothing threatens their life, and cases where the police presence is not required.
Rising fuel prices are also reflected in business. For example, Uber has added a fuel surcharge to its fares. Despite this, Americans still prefer big cars with voracious engines, according to JATO Dynamics, which analyzes car sales in the US.