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| Gas Prices Down Three More Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on February 8 @ 11:28 ) |
| Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down for the third straight week, down three cents today and seven cents from three weeks ago, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s February 8 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.659 per gallon, down three cents from last week. The current price is equal to the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.65. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $1.85, 80 cents lower than today’s average. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 38 cents, from a low of $2.519 to a high of $2.899. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up — every time. Today’s local gas prices and their ranges are as follows: Regular Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.659 ($2.519-$2.899)/$2.819 ($2.699-$2.899) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.789 ($2.559-$3.059)/$2.959 ($2.799-$3.099) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.899 ($2.659-$3.299)/$3.059 ($2.899-$3.199) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.939 ($2.819-$2.999)/$3.059 ($2.899-$3.199) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Inflate tires according to manufacturer recommendations. Under-inflated tires are a safety hazard and can cut fuel economy by as much as two percent per pound of pressure below the recommended level. Find the most up-to-date local gas prices with the AAA Fuel Finder by logging onto AAA.com and clicking on Gas Saving Tips & Tools. AAA members can also obtain a copy of the Gas Watcher’s Guide at their local AAA Southern New England office. |
| Gas Prices Down Two More Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on February 1 @ 11:11 ) |
| Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down for the second straight week, down two cents today and four cents from two weeks ago, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s February 1 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.689 per gallon, down two cents from last week. The current price is two cents higher than the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.66. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $1.82, 86 cents lower than today’s average. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 46 cents, from a low of $2.539 to a high of $2.999. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up — every time. Today’s local gas prices and their ranges are as follows: Regular Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.689 ($2.539-$2.899)/$2.839 ($2.869-$2.899) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.809 ($2.609-$3.059)/$2.969 ($2.969-$3.099) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.929 ($2.739-$3.299)/$3.079 ($3.069-$3.199) Diesel- Self Serve/Full Serve $2.939 ($2.759-$2.999)/$3.059 ($3.089-$3.199) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Some trucks, vans, and SUVs come in several sizes and configurations. Models with a shorter bed, abbreviated cargo area or smaller cab are lighter and generally consume less fuel. Find the most up-to-date local gas prices with the AAA Fuel Finder by logging onto AAA.com and clicking on Gas Saving Tips & Tools. AAA members can also obtain a copy of the Gas Watcher’s Guide at their local AAA Southern New England office. |
| Gas Prices Down Two Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on January 25 @ 11:25 ) |
| After rising for the last four weeks, gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down two cents from last week, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s January 25 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.709 per gallon, down two cents from last week. The current price is equal to the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.70. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $1.77, 93 cents lower than today’s average. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 38 cents, from a low of $2.519 to a high of $2.899. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up — every time. Today’s local gas prices and their ranges are as follows: Regular Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.709 ($2.519-$2.899)/$2.859 ($2.819-$2.899) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.829 ($2.619-$3.059)/$2.999 ($2.919-$3.099) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.939 ($2.719-$3.259)/$3.099 ($3.019-$3.199) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.989 ($2.829-$3.099)/$3.129 ($3.089-$3.199) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Avoid quick starts and sudden stops. This wastes fuel, is harder on vehicle components and increases the odds of a traffic crash. Find the most up-to-date local gas prices with the AAA Fuel Finder by logging onto AAA.com and clicking on Gas Saving Tips & Tools. AAA members can also obtain a copy of the Gas Watcher’s Guide at their local AAA Southern New England office. |
| Gas Prices Up Two Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on January 18 @ 12:02 ) |
| Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are up another two cents from last week, the fourth consecutive week of higher prices, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s January 18 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.729 per gallon, up two cents from last week. The current price is two cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.74. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $1.74, 98 cents lower than today’s average. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 36 cents, from a low of $2.599 to a high of $2.959. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up — every time. Today’s local gas prices and their ranges are as follows: Regular Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.729 ($2.599-$2.959)/$2.849 ($2.799-$2.899) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.839 ($2.659-$3.059)/$2.979 ($2.969-$2.999) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.939 ($2.759-$3.159)/$3.079 ($3.069-$3.099) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.979 ($2.819-$3.199)/$3.079 ($2.989-$3.199) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Minimize the need to brake by anticipating traffic conditions. Be alert for slowdowns and red lights ahead of you, and decelerate by coasting whenever possible. Find the most up-to-date local gas prices with the AAA Fuel Finder by logging onto AAA.com and clicking on Gas Saving Tips & Tools. AAA members can also obtain a copy of the Gas Watcher’s Guide at their local AAA Southern New England office. |
| Gas Prices Surge Eight Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on January 11 @ 11:46 ) |
| Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are up, jumping eight cents this week over last, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s January 11 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.709 per gallon, up eight cents from last week. The current price is four cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.74, and it is the highest price since October 2008. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $1.69, more than a dollar lower than today’s average. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 39 cents, from a low of $2.569 to a high of $2.959. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up — every time. Today’s local gas prices and their ranges are as follows: Regular Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.709 ($2.569-$2.959)/$2.849 ($2.799-$2.879) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.829 ($2.669-$3.059)/$2.979 ($2.969-$2.999) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.929 ($2.739-$3.199)/$3.079 ($3.069-$3.099) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.949 ($2.799-$3.099)/$3.079 ($2.989-$3.199) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Despite recent cold temperatures, warming up your car for just a minute is sufficient. Running the engine any longer than that is unnecessary, and bad for the environment. Find the most up-to-date local gas prices with the AAA Fuel Finder by logging onto AAA.com and clicking on Gas Saving Tips & Tools. AAA members can also obtain a copy of the Gas Watcher’s Guide at their local AAA Southern New England office. |