I think that ace85 has a bug up his ass because his business is driving- and gasoline-dependent and he thinks gas prices are too high, and he seems to think they should be subsidized for unfortunate people like himself.
My suggestions:
Restructure your business to reflect current realities. Cut back on your most distant clients, and cultivate ones closer to home. Or move your operation closer to your clients.
Get rid of your fleet of Hummers and SUVs.
Buy a more fuel-efficient vehicle, maybe a hybrid.
Bicycle to church, the library, and your pooning sessions.
Buy yourself an oil company.
Telecommute. Use the phone, fax, and 'puter.
As a an outspoken right-winger, surely you believe in self-reliance, don't you?
Or is it that your business is pizza delivery?