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| Gas Prices Unchanged, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on July 26 @ 10:20 ) |
| Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are unchanged today from last week. AAA’s July 26th survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.679 per gallon, nine cents less than Memorial Day, the official start of summer driving season. The current price is seven cents below the national average of $2.74 for self serve unleaded regular. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.49. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 50 cents, from a low of $2.499 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 $2.679 ($2.519-$2.999)/$2.799 ($2.679-$2.929) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.809 ($2.539-$3.099)/$2.939 ($2.779-$3.029) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.929 ($2.639-$3.299)/$3.029 ($2.879-$3.129) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.979 ($2.849-$3.199)/$3.089 ($2.919-$3.249) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week As you pack up the car for summer road trips, don’t overlook the air in the tires. Properly inflated tires help maximize fuel economy and improve vehicle handling. Check your vehicle’s tire pressure using a quality tire gauge, when the tires are cool, before you start your trip. 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 Four Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on July 19 @ 10:32 ) |
| Gasoline prices in Massachusetts have fallen four cents this week, the largest one week drop since Memorial Day, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s July 19 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.679 per gallon, four cents less than last week. The current price is five cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.72. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.49. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 50 cents, from a low of $2.499 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 $2.679 ($2.499-$2.999)/$2.809 ($2.679-$2.939) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.809 ($2.539-$3.099)/$2.939 ($2.779-$3.039) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.929 ($2.639-$3.299)/$3.029 ($2.879-$3.139) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.979 ($2.859-$3.199)/$3.089 ($2.939-$3.249) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Use the air conditioner conservatively. Most air conditioners have an “economy” or “recirculation” setting that reduces the amount of hot outside air that must be chilled. Both settings can reduce the air conditioning load – and save gas. 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 A Penny, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on July 12 @ 09:45 ) |
| Gasoline prices in Massachusetts continue a relatively unchanged pattern, up one cent this week and the same price as a month ago, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s July 12 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.719 per gallon, one cent more than last week. The current price is equal to the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.71. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.56. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 48 cents, from a low of $2.519 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 $2.719 ($2.519-$2.999)/$2.829 ($2.739-$2.959) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.849 ($2.539-$3.099)/$2.969 ($2.839-$3.059) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.969 ($2.639-$3.299)/$3.049 ($2.939-$3.159) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $3.009 ($2.899-$3.199)/$3.059 ($2.879-$3.219) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Use the air conditioner conservatively. Most air conditioners have an “economy” or “recirculation” setting that reduces the amount of hot outside air that must be chilled. Both settings can reduce the air conditioning load – and save gas. 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 Unchanged, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on July 6 @ 10:12 ) |
| After going down all but one week over the last two months, gasoline prices in Massachusetts are unchanged this week, with the busy drive vacation season underway, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s July 6 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.709 per gallon, the same price as last week. The current price is two cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.72. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.59. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 48 cents, from a low of $2.519 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 $2.709 ($2.519-$2.999)/$2.839 ($2.759-$2.989) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.829 ($2.599-$3.099)/$2.979 ($2.859-$3.089) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.949 ($2.699-$3.299)/$3.059 ($2.959-$3.189) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.989 ($2.899-$3.199)/$3.099 ($2.959-$3.249) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week This is the heart of drive vacation season, and 90 percent of travelers vacation by motor vehicle. If you have a choice of vehicles, take the one that gets the best gas mileage. Renting a fuel efficient model might help you save money in the long run – both at the pump and by reducing wear and tear on your personal vehicle. 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 June 28 @ 10:07 ) |
| After going up last week, gasoline prices in Massachusetts are right back down again this week, good news for motorists planning to head out for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s June 28 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.709 per gallon, two cents less than last week. The current price is six cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.76. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.61. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 48 cents, from a low of $2.519 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 $2.709 ($2.519-$2.999)/$2.829 ($2.759-$2.939) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.829 ($2.599-$3.099)/$2.969 ($2.859-$3.039) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.949 ($2.699-$3.299)/$3.069 ($2.959-$3.139) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.979 ($2.859-$3.199)/$3.049 ($2.899-$3.149) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week As the Fourth of July approaches, motorists can waste fuel by sitting in stop and go traffic, not to mention making it a more stressful trip. Plan ahead, and try to leave for your destination when chances are best that the traffic will be light. 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. |