It is typical that in January we will see a rise (in prices), this year it looks particularly volatile.

The refineries are making the money. Most refineries also are in the crude business, so they make money on both sides.

Given the crude price hikes, pump prices should top $3 a gallon in the next week or so.

DOE is right-on with its estimate. But we will see a lot of spikes outside of the forecasted range in April and May, maybe as high as $3 a gallon around Memorial Day, before trailing in June and July.