News for July 7
| Gas Prices Up Two Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on July 7 @ 10:06 ) |
| After three weeks at the same price, gasoline prices in Massachusetts have risen this week, up two cents over a week ago, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s July 7 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $4.089 per gallon, two cents more than last week. Massachusetts is currently two cents below the national average for regular unleaded of $4.109. A year ago at this time the average price in Massachusetts was $2.909. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 44 cents, from a low of $3.959 to a high of $4.399. Diesel rose two cents to $4.88. 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 $4.089 ($3.959-$4.399)/$4.179 ($4.099-$4.259) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $4.199 ($4.089-$4.559)/$4.329 ($4.199-$4.409) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $4.309 ($4.189-$4.659)/$4.419 ($4.299-$4.509) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $4.889 ($4.779-$4.999)/$4.939 ($4.859-$4.999) 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’re 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. |