News for March 9
| Gas Prices Down A Penny, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on March 9 @ 09:58 ) |
| Up one week, down the next has been the pattern for gasoline prices in Massachusetts over the last month, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s March 9 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $1.869 per gallon, one cent less than last week. A month ago the price was just a penny different at $1.85, but has bounced higher or lower each week since. The current price is eight cents below the national average for self serve unleaded of $1.93, and the price is $1.22 less than the $3.08 found this time a year ago. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 38 cents, from a low of $1.719 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 ($1.719-$2.099)/$1.959 ($1.879-$2.059) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $1.989 ($1.789-$2.299)/$2.149 ($1.979-$2.299) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.099 ($1.889-$2.299)/$2.219 ($2.079-$2.399) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.479 ($2.159-$2.699)/$2.449 ($2.399-$2.499) 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. |