News for January 28
| Gas Prices Fall Under $3.00, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on January 28 @ 11:26 ) |
| For the first time since mid-November, gasoline prices in Massachusetts have fallen below the $3.00 per gallon mark, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s January 28 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.989 per gallon, down four cents from last week and seven cents from two weeks ago. Massachusetts is currently even with the national average for regular unleaded of $2.989. A year ago at this time the average price in Massachusetts was $2.179. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 46 cents, from a low of $2.799 to a high of $3.259. 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 $2.989 ($2.799-$3.259)/$3.129 ($2.999-$3.359) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $3.129 ($2.899-$3.359)/$3.319 ($3.139-$3.549) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $3.239 ($2.999-$3.459)/$3.399 ($3.239-$3.649) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $3.529 ($3.379-$3.599)/$3.559 ($3.499-$3.699) 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. AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week When you use the brake you are robbing the engine of momentum. Minimize the need to brake unnecessarily by anticipating traffic conditions. Be alert for red lights and other slowdowns ahead of you, and slow your vehicle by coasting whenever possible.
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