AAA: Lower Crude Oil Prices Driving Down Gas Price Average

AAA reports that the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline fell three cents this past week to $4.06. Crude oil prices are down in the $70 per barrel range amid optimism that the Strait of Hormuz will resume normal operations. Currently, half of states are paying below $4 per gallon on average. Gas…

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National Gas Price Average Inches Back Toward $4 per Gallon

AAA reports the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline went up 10 cents since last week to $3.94.  Instability along the Strait of Hormuz is contributing to the increase at the pump and pushing crude oil prices toward $80 per barrel. Most states are still averaging less than $4 per gallon. Earlier this…

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Gas Prices Reverse Course, Start Rising Again

Gas prices are going up again, as the future of the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran remains uncertain. AAA reports that the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline went up 5 cents overnight to $3.84 after steadily dropping since late May. Crude oil prices are currently in the $70 per barrel range…

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National Gas Price Average Declines for Fifth Straight Week

Drivers are continuing to see relief at the pump as the national gas price average declines for the fifth consecutive week. Today’s national average is $3.91 per gallon. Crude oil prices have also continued to fall as the U.S. and Iran work toward a long-term deal. Despite lower prices, demand could rise as a record…

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AAA: National Gas Price Average Drops Below $4/Gallon

Drivers are getting a break at the pump as the summer travel season heats up. For the first time since March 30th, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is down to $3.99. This marks nearly 4 straight weeks of declines. Crude oil prices are down as the U.S. and Iran reach a…

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Gas Price Averages Drop for Second Straight Week

Drivers have been experiencing some relief at the pumps in recent days. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is down 18 cents since last week to $4.24, according to AAA. This marks the second straight week of decline. Pump prices are cooling off as the price of crude oil remains below $100…

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Seasonal Rise in Gas Prices Underway

We are still several weeks away from the start of spring, but the seasonal rise in gas prices is already underway. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline went up by more than 5 cents this past week to $2.98 a gallon, according to AAA. Gas demand is also expected to increase next month…

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Gas Prices Edge Higher as February Kicks Off

The month of February is kicking off with slightly higher gas prices. According to AAA, the national average for a gallon of regular is up a couple of cents from last week at $2.89. Gasoline demand is down, as fewer drivers hit the road during the recent winter storms. But this is the time of year…

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Pump Prices Remain Low During Slow Driving Season

As winter weather grips much of the nation and fewer drivers hit the road, gas prices remain low with the national average at $2.85. Gasoline demand is lowest during this time of year, keeping the price of crude oil in the high $50 – low $60 range. Demand begins to ramp up toward the end…

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