Utility prices are outpacing inflation, and are now the fastest driver of inflation, surpassing groceries, cars and medicine. A new report says your utility bills have become the fastest driver of inflation, according to Powerlines. What we know:The nonpartisan consumer education nonprofit PowerLines researched utility bills and the state of energy affordability. "Eighty million Americans right now can't afford their utility bills and that's left a lot of people feeling powerless," said Hua. RELATED: Soaring NIPSCO bills leave families struggling across Northwest IndianaWhat they're saying:The new report comes out after several Fox Chicago viewers living in Northwest Indiana have complained about their rising NIPSCO bills.