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Along similar lines of reasoning, time series analysis should only be used for
short-term forecasts. Over time, gasoline production volumes may be affected by
changing consumer demands as a result of more fuel-efficient gasoline-powered
vehicles, electric vehicles, or the introduction of natural gas-powered vehicles.
Changing market dynamics in addition to shocks will make any long-term
forecasts, several years into the future, very questionable.
