News for March 16
| Gas Prices Unchanged, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on March 16 @ 10:39 ) |
| Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are unchanged this week and are two cents less than they were a month ago, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s March 16 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $1.869 per gallon, the same price as last week. The current price is five cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $1.91, and the price is $1.27 less than the $3.13 found this time a year ago. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 37 cents, from a low of $1.729 to a high of $2.099. 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 $1.869 ($1.729-$2.099)/$1.959 ($1.879-$2.059) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $1.979 ($1.829-$2.299)/$2.149 ($1.979-$2.299) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.109 ($1.929-$2.399)/$2.219 ($2.079-$2.399) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.419 ($2.159-$2.699)/$2.389 ($2.259-$2.499) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week If you own more than one car – especially if one of your vehicles is a less fuel-efficient vehicle such as a pickup truck, sport utility vehicle or van – use the more energy-conserving vehicle as often as 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. |