So why are gas station profits higher when crude oil prices are lower? Evan Jones February 11, 2016 1 minute read Gas prices may be at their lowest levels in years, but ironically, gas station profits may be at or near their highest. Experts say that’s because people don’t shop around as much when prices fall a lot.WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Despite US setback, Virginia moving forward on `Clean Power’Next: Chamber holds candidate’s forum tonight Related Stories Roanoke College men’s lacrosse team receives NCAA DIII Tournament bid Clark Palmer May 4, 2026 Walk & Roll to School Day a chance for city elementary school kids to hit the road – safely Gene Marrano May 4, 2026 Hollins University receives $10 million gift to support HOPE Scholarship program Web Staff May 4, 2026