News for July 26
| Gas Prices Unchanged, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on July 26 @ 10:18 ) |
| Gasoline prices in Rhode Island have been relatively stable over the last seven weeks, and are unchanged today from two weeks ago, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s July 26th survey of prices in Rhode Island found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.73 per gallon. Gasoline prices remain relatively stable since the beginning of this summer’s travel season. The current local price is one cent below the national average for regular unleaded of $2.74. A year ago at this time Rhode Island’s average price for regular unleaded gasoline was $2.58. The range in prices in the latest local AAA survey for unleaded regular is 40 cents, from a low of $2.579 to a high of $2.979. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up — every trip, every time. Today’s local gas prices and their ranges are as follows: Regular Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.739 ($2.579-$2.979)/$2.729 ($2.699-$2.749) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.899 ($2.759-$3.159)/$2.829 ($2.79- $2.849) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $3.019 ($2.879-$3.259)/$2.929 ($2.899-$2.949) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.999 ($2.939-$3.099)/$2.949 ($2.949-$2.949) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week As you pack up the car for summer road trips, don’t overlook the air in the tires. Properly inflated tires help maximize fuel economy and improve vehicle handling. Check your vehicle’s tire pressure using a quality tire gauge, when the tires are cool, before you start your trip. 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. |