So, I filled my car up with gas this morning. It's been six weeks since my last fillup, which I'd say is a pretty good average.

That's good, too, because it cost me $45 to fill my tank. Yes, $45. $4.53 a gallon.

Now, let's put this into perspective. I know that people in Europe pay $8-9 a gallon. I get that. But how fast did they reach that? It's not necessarily the price that's getting to us over here, it's the rapid acceleration of said price.

When I bought this car a couple of years ago, it cost $25 to fill the tank. So, prices have almost doubled since then.

But worse? The last time I filled up - six weeks ago - it was $35. That's a big percentage-point jump in six weeks.

It'll be interesting to see what it will cost to drive to San Diego. Still less than flying, I'm sure. I do love my hybrid...