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Trump’s war with Iran doubles the cost of his rides in ‘the Beast’
The Times • • business
Key Points:
- Diesel prices in the US have surged from $2.58 per gallon in January 2017 to over $6 per gallon, partly due to geopolitical tensions including the war initiated by President Trump against Iran.
- President Trump's armored limousine, known as the Beast, consumes diesel at an estimated rate of five miles per gallon, making fuel costs for his routine trips significantly higher than before.
- The cost of diesel for the Beast's typical 30-minute drive from the White House to Joint Base Andrews has nearly doubled from $11 to almost $20 since Trump’s second term began.
- Trips to Trump's golf courses have also become more expensive, with diesel costs rising from $24 to $41 per journey due to increased fuel prices.
- Despite rising fuel costs, the presidential motorcade, which includes multiple heavily armored vehicles costing around $1.5 million each, continues to operate with advanced security features, including ballistic protection and nuclear launch authorization capabilities.
