News for September 21
| Gas Prices Fall Three Cents, Says AAA (posted by Public Affairs on September 21 @ 11:33 ) |
| For the third straight week, gasoline prices in Rhode Island have fallen, this time by an average of three cents, according to AAA Southern New England. AAA’s September 21 survey of prices in Rhode Island found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.63 per gallon, down three cents from last week and six cents in the last three weeks. The current price is eight cents above the national average for regular unleaded of $2.55. A year ago at this time the average price was $3.52. The range in prices in the latest local AAA survey for unleaded regular is 31 cents, from a low of $2.489 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 $2.639 ($2.489-$2.799)/$2.639 ($2.629-$2.699) Midgrade Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.789 ($2.669-$2.959)/$2.739 ($2.739-$2.739) Premium Unleaded - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.909 ($2.769-$3.129)/$2.839 ($2.839-$2.839) Diesel - Self Serve/Full Serve $2.729 ($2.639-$2.799)/$2.729 ($2.699-$2.799) AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week Check your owner’s manual for routine maintenance instructions. “Keep track of your gas mileage,” said Lloyd P. Albert, AAA Southern New England Senior Vice President of Public and Government Affairs. “If you notice a decrease in fuel economy, your vehicle may not be operating at peak performance.” 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. |