News for October 26
| Gas Prices Jump 13 Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on October 26 @ 10:40 ) |
| For the second week in a row, gasoline prices in Rhode Island are up, this time leaping 13 cents over last week, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s October 26 survey of prices in Rhode Island finds self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.67 per gallon, rising 13 cents from last week, and 17 cents from two weeks ago. The current price is equal to the national average for regular unleaded of $2.67. A year ago at this time the Ocean State’s average price was $2.62—5 cents lower than today’s numbers. The range in prices in the latest local AAA survey for unleaded regular is 25 cents, from a low of $2.549 to a high of $2.799. 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 $2.679 ($2.549-$2.799)/$2.689 ($2.619-$2.749) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.799 ($2.649-$2.949)/$2.849 ($2.84-$2.849) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.909 ($2.759-$3.099)/$2.949 ($2.949-$2.949) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.889 ($2.759-$2.999)/$2.779 ($2.699-$2.849) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week With colder weather around the corner, it’s a good time to check your tires. At the very least, make sure they are properly inflated, which will improve both performance and fuel efficiency. And check for wear and tear as well—you want to be sure that worn or damaged tires are replaced before winter weather strikes. starts. 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. |