ATLANTA- Georgia gas average has taken a downturn at the pump with prices dropping 3 cents a gallon for unleaded gasoline.
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Georgia gas price average finally takes a turn at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia drivers are paying an average price of $3.13 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 3 cents less than a week ago, 12 cents more than a month ago, and 3 cents less than this time last year. It now costs an average of $46.95 to fill a 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline. Georgians are now paying almost 50 cents less to fill up at the pump compared to a year ago.
“Georgians felt some relief at the pumps this weekend,” said Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman. “The announcement that the BP-Whiting refinery in Indiana will reopen soon, had a positive impact on prices at the pump. Unfortunately, we cannot predict if gas prices will rise again this week, so drivers are encouraged to follow AAA money-saving tips listed below.”
Gas Prices Make a Pit Stop
Since last Monday, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline has decreased by 1 cent to $3.26 (subject to change overnight). News that the large BP-Whiting refinery in Indiana, which has been offline since early February due to power issues is reopening soon and may have contributed to easing pump price nerves. The refinery processes nearly 440,000 barrels of crude daily, and the shutdown caused gasoline prices throughout the Midwest to rise.
According to data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gas demand mostly remained flat at 8.2 million barrels a day last week. Total domestic gasoline stocks declined slightly by 300,000 barrels to 247 million barrels. Flat demand, amid falling supply, has helped to stabilize the national average this week.
Regional Prices:
Atlanta: $3.13
The most expensive Georgia metro markets – are Hinesville-Fort Stewart ($3.27), Savannah ($3.25), and Brunswick ($3.18).
The least expensive Georgia metro markets – are Dalton ($3.07), Warner Robins ($3.03), and Catoosa-Dade-Walker ($3.01).
Current and Past Price Averages (Regular Unleaded Gasoline)
Sunday Saturday Week Ago Month Ago One Year Ago Record High National $3.26 $3.26 $3.27 $3.10 $3.37 $5.01 (6/14/2022) Georgia $3.13 $3.13 $3.16 $3.01 $3.16 $4.49 (6/15/2022) Click here to view current gasoline price averages
Money-Saving Tips for Drivers
- Shop around for gas prices. Drivers can check area gas prices on the Fuel Price Finder.
- Consider paying in cash vs. a credit card. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.
- Enroll in fuel savings programs.
Fuel-Saving Tips for Drivers
- Maintain your vehicle to ensure the best fuel economy. Find a trusted automotive facility at AAA.com/Auto Repair.
- Combine errands to limit driving time.
- Slow down. Fuel economy diminishes significantly at highway speeds above 50 mph. Drive conservatively and avoid aggressive driving. Aggressive acceleration and speeding reduce fuel economy.
Traffic Safety Tip: AAA-The Auto Club Group “Move Over For Me” Campaign
“Drivers, if you see a disabled vehicle on the roadside while traveling, be courteous and Move Over,” said Waiters. “Remember the person who broke down could be you, a friend, a family member, a coworker, or a neighbor. Move Over for the safety of others and because it is the right thing to do!”
Video: Move Over For Me PSA
Gas Price Survey Methodology
AAA updates fuel price averages daily atwww.GasPrices.AAA.com. Every day up to 130,000 stations are surveyed based on credit card swipes and direct feeds in cooperation with the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS) and Wright Express for unmatched statistical reliability. All average retail prices in this report are for a gallon of regular, unleaded gasoline.
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