News for September 14
| Gas Prices Down A Penny, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on September 14 @ 11:32 ) |
| For the second straight week, gasoline prices in Massachusetts have fallen, this time by a penny, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s September 14 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.609 per gallon, down one cent from last week and four cents from two weeks ago. The current price is three cents above the national average for self serve unleaded of $2.57, and is $1.01 less than the $3.61 found this time a year ago. The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 44 cents, from a low of $2.459 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 $2.609 ($2.459-$2.899)/$2.749 ($2.659-$2.849) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.729 ($2.459-$2.999)/$2.899 ($2.759-$2.999) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.829 ($2.599-$3.199)/$2.979 ($2.859-$3.099) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.689 ($2.559-$2.859)/$2.789 ($2.659-$2.899) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Inflate tires according to manufacturer recommendations. Under-inflated tires are a safety hazard and can cut fuel economy by as much as two percent per pound of pressure below the recommended level. 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. |