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| Gas Prices Down Three Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on November 16 @ 11:15 ) |
| After rising for four weeks, gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down this week by three cents, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s November 16 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.619 per gallon, three cents lower than last week. The current price is two cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.63. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.08, 53 cents lower than today’s average. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 54 cents, from a low of $2.359 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 $2.619 ($2.359-$2.899)/$2.729 ($2.699-$2.829) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.749 ($2.459-$2.999)/$2.909 ($2.799-$2.999) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.849 ($2.559-$3.199)/$2.979 ($2.899-$3.099) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.849 ($2.759-$2.969)/$2.949 ($2.899-$2.989) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Routine oil changes will keep your engine running smoothly, reduce harmful emissions, and prolong the life of your vehicle. Fall is the perfect time to winterize your vehicle for the cold and snowy months ahead. 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 Another Penny, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on November 9 @ 10:40 ) |
| For the fourth week in a row, gasoline prices in Massachusetts are up, this week by just a penny, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s November 9 survey of prices in the Bay State finds self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.649 per gallon, rising one cent from last week. The current price is two cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.66. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.28, 36 cents lower than today’s average. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 48 cents, from a low of $2.419 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 $2.649 ($2.419-$2.899)/$2.749 ($2.699-$2.829) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.759 ($2.519-$2.999)/$2.929 ($2.859-$2.999) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.869 ($2.619-$3.199)/$2.999 ($2.899-$3.099) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.839 ($2.759-$2.969)/$2.989 ($2.949-$3.019) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Fuel is part of the total cost of vehicle ownership, so fuel conservation should be an important factor when choosing a new vehicle. Consider whether the car, truck or sport utility vehicle under consideration is bigger and heavier than necessary. Compare the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fuel economy ratings on the vehicles you are considering. 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 THREE CENTS, SAYS AAA (posted by Public Affairs on November 2 @ 12:18 ) |
| For the third week in row, gasoline prices in Massachusetts are up, this week edging up three cents, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s November 2 survey of prices in the Bay State finds self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.639 per gallon, rising three cents from last week. The current price is six cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.69. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.45, 18 cents lower than today’s average. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 45 cents, from a low of $2.459 to a high of $2.909. 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 $2.639 ($2.459-$2.909)/$2.719 ($2.699-$2.779) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.759 ($2.559-$3.009)/$2.889 ($2.799-$2.999) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.859 ($2.639-$3.199)/$2.969 ($2.899-$3.099) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.839 ($2.699-$2.959)/$2.929 ($2.899-$2.979) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week You never know when wintry weather will strike, so now is a great time to put together an emergency kit for your car. Include windshield wiper fluid, battery jumper cables, de-icer, flares, safety glasses, a water bottle, and roadside flares—along with any special tools or equipment your particular vehicle may require. 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 Climb Six Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on October 19 @ 11:20 ) |
| For the first time in seven weeks, gasoline prices in Massachusetts are up, this week by an average of six cents, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s October 19 survey of prices in the Bay State finds self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.499 per gallon, climbing six cents from last week. The current price is seven cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.56. A year ago at this time the national average price was $2.83, 37 cents higher than today’s average. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 46 cents, from a low of $2.339 to a high of $2.799. 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 $2.499 ($2.339-$2.799)/$2.639 ($2.599-$2.759) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.629 ($2.359-$2.999)/$2.819 ($2.699-$2.899) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.739 ($2.459-$3.099)/$2.889 ($2.799-$2.999) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.709 ($2.599-$2.899)/$2.769 ($2.699-$2.799) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week We are already experiencing chilly weather, and cold weather is tough on batteries: at zero degrees, a car’s battery loses about 60 percent of its strength. Keeping battery terminals clean helps and a battery performance test performed by a qualified technician will help etermine whether your car battery is strong enough for winter starts. 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 Another Two Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on October 13 @ 11:19 ) |
| For the sixth straight week, gasoline prices in Massachusetts have fallen, this time by an average of two cents, and are at the lowest point since the beginning of June, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s October 13 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.439 per gallon, down two cents from last week and 21 cents in the last six weeks. The current price is four cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.47. A year ago at this time the average price was $3.14. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 54 cents, from a low of $2.259 to a high of $2.799. 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 $2.439 ($2.259-$2.799)/$2.609 ($2.459-$2.759) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.579 ($2.299-$2.999)/$2.769 ($2.559-$2.899) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.699 ($2.399-$3.099)/$2.859 ($2.659-$2.999) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.639 ($2.499-$2.859)/$2.729 ($2.699-$2.799) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Colder weather is on the way. Winterizing your car may not only help avoid breakdowns, but your technician can also inspect important vehicle components that can affect fuel consumption. 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. |