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Buddyzbuddy

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4. Thank you for giving me something else to consider.

Reply to RockRaven (Reply #2)

Thu Feb 12, 2026, 08:45 PM

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Why I even considered my theory is due to the drastic and rapid increase I'm seeing, almost purposeful instead of reactionary. Following the tariffs I did notice an increase but not as substantial as my most recent trips.

The first change I noticed was the lack of customers like during the Covid shutdown and then the price changes.

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