https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/raleigh-restaurants-feel-the-impacts-of-all-time-high-diesel-pricesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/raleigh-restaurants-feel-the-impacts-of-all-time-high-diesel-priceshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/raleigh-restaurants-feel-the-impacts-of-all-time-high-diesel-prices#u66443Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:21:52 +0000Diesel prices have surpassed $6 per gallon for the first time, causing operational strain for restaurants in Raleigh. Local business owners report increased costs for goods and delivery services. This surge in energy costs coincides with high August inflation and rising oil prices. While not all consumers use diesel for transportation, experts suggest the price hike affects the broader supply chain for all consumers.Why it mattersRising Middle East tensions and a war in Iran are driving higher energy costs. These price spikes contribute to sustained inflation. The cost of transporting goods is