We had the demand shock, now we’re heading into the supply shock. This one is going to last much longer.
Multiple factors are expected to push up prices at the bowser
What does “bowser” mean in this context? Old word for fuel pump or something?
Dunno about “old word” but yes a bowser is a fuel pump. I hadn’t noticed it falling out of favour but I guess creeping Americanisation continues.
That’s the first time I’ve heard it used in that context. You learn something every day, hey?
Very normal and regular term in Australia
Maybe in other states, but not where I live. The first time I heard Bowser was in Super Mario
For sure, always good to learn.
I was curious about the etymology. Here you go:
From Bowser (“a surname”), named after Sylvanus Bowser, US inventor of the first fuel pump; also a trade name of SF Bowser inc., the inventor’s company.
Get ready for them to double.