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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Gas prices $0.45 less per gallon in Georgia than last year, AAA says
The latest gas prices in Georgia remain lower than the year before, and are still going down even compared to the last month. AAA's gas price tracker shows that in Georgia, the state average gas price remained the same, a full five cents lower than in June. Compared to last year, AAA said prices in Georgia were 45 cents less than in 2024. 'Gas prices remain low across the country in many states, providing some relief for drivers; however, with hurricane season in full swing, any significant storms could disrupt supply and lead to higher prices at the pump,' Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman, said in a statement. 'It's a good time for drivers to consider fuel-saving strategies to prepare for potential fluctuations.' [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Delta pilot forced to make 'aggressive maneuver' to avoid mid-air collision with B-52 bomber Blasting, construction to begin this week on I-285/I-20 project could impact traffic State walks back proposal impacting students with special needs and the homebound As for prices at the pump, AAA said Georgia drivers are still paying about $7 less to fill up a 15-gallon tank than a year ago. In Atlanta, gas prices are averaging $2.91 per gallon, the organization said. Here's where AAA said gas was most expensive in the state: Savannah - $3.01 per gallon Hinesville-Fort Stewart - $2.95 per gallon Macon - $2.94 per gallon Here's where the organization said prices were cheapest: Dalton - $2.84 per gallon Catoosa-Dade-Walker - $2.82 per gallon Rome - $2.79 per gallon [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Georgia gas prices still trending lower
The average cost of gas prices at the pump in Georgia is continuing its downward trend. According to AAA's gas price tracker, the price of a gallon of gas for regular unleaded is down another two cents compared to last week. Month-to-month, it's four cents lower and a full 43 cents lower than last year. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] That means to fill up a 15-gallon gas tank, drivers are paying about $42.90 at the pump. AAA said that was almost $7 less than a year ago for the same refueling effort. TRENDING STORIES: 2 dead in Cobb County murder-suicide Peach Pass fee freeze program ends soon, closing temporary amnesty option for drivers 2 accused of stealing vehicle left on I-75 "Georgia pump prices keep on giving, which is great news for drivers heading into the summer driving season,' Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman, said. 'Remember, we're still at the front end of hurricane season, and a sudden storm could bump up oil prices, causing gas prices to increase.' As far as those oil market fluctuations, AAA said the cost of a barrel of oil had settled at $62.85 as crude inventories fell by 4.3 million barrels over the past week. AAA said the U.S. crude oil inventory is roughly 7% lower than the five-year average for this time of year. This comes as prices across the nation fall and summer driving season continues. While inventories of crude oil are down, AAA also reported that supply in the market is outweighing demand. National gas prices were averaging $3.12 per gallon, according to AAA. In Georgia, here is where gas was highest, and lowest, per gallon. Warner Robins - $2.75 Dalton - $2.78 Albany - $2.80 Atlanta - $2.88 Valdosta $2.89 Savannah - $2.98 [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Georgia gas prices down 11 cents compared to April as oil prices trend lower
Prices at the pump have gone down 11 cents since April according to the latest gas prices from AAA. The automotive and travel-focused organization has a daily gas price tracker, which shows the state average in Georgia has gone down four cents since last week. Compared to last year, AAA said Georgians are paying $0.53 less per gallon than in 2024. As a result, drivers are able to fill their gas tanks up for about $8 less than last year, when filling up a 15-gallon tank with regular unleaded gasoline. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: A woman says 'the nicest young man' sat by her on a flight. She didn't realize he was Travis Hunter Waves of rain moving through, risk for isolated strong to severe storms Family of beloved Buckhead murder victim expected to learn if accused killer fit to stand trial The explanation, according to AAA — the Auto Club Group, it's because oil prices are trending downward. 'Crude oil continues to trend under $80 a barrel, and demand appears to have slowed down, contributing to lower pump prices,' Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman, said in a statement. Nationally, gas prices have gone down by three cents on average. On top of the current trend, OPEC, the group of oil-producing countries, announced on the weekend that it will increase its output again starting in June. AAA said that would 'widen the supply surplus, which could cause crude prices to continue to fall,' helping out drivers during the summer months. For Georgians, the most pricey places to fill up the tank are Savannah with prices at $2.96 per gallon, Macon at $2.92 and Atlanta at $2.91. The cheapest places to fill up your gas tank are Augusta-Aiken at $2.77, Dalton at $2.74 and Catoosa-Dade-Walker at $2.72, according to AAA. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Georgia gas prices continue to lower, drop 6 cents in past week
The average prices Georgians are paying at the gas pump are continuing to go down. According to the AAA gas price tracker, the average price in Georgia was down $0.06 per gallon compared to last week. The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas was $2.92, AAA said in a statement. That's lower than the national average, where gas is about $3.15 per gallon, though that was also down by three cents. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] AAA said that right now, it's costing drivers $43.80 to fill up a 15-gallon gas tank, nearly $8 less than a year ago. As for why, AAA said that 'soft demand is fueling this downward trend, and with crude as low as it's been in a few years, drivers may continue to see lower pump prices as summer approaches.' TRENDING STORIES: STORY 1 STORY 2 STORY 3 Additionally, AAA said oil prices across the globe were in flux. 'Lately, oil prices have taken a dive, presumably swayed by uncertainty about the economy and worries about a recession sneaking up on us,' said Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman. 'Because of this, demand is down, and we have not seen crude oil prices this low in several years. If we continue this trend, we could keep seeing pump prices drop as we roll into summer.' Here are the most expensive places to buy gas in Georgia, as of Monday, according to AAA: Athens-Atlanta: $2.97 Savannah: $2.96 Macon: $2.92 Here are the least expensive: Dalton: $2.80 Augusta-Aiken: $2.77 Catoosa-Dade-Walker: $2.76 [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
AAA urges drivers to plan a safe ride home on ‘4/20 Day'
AAA is asking people who partake in cannabis to plan ahead for a safe, sober ride home. April 20 is the unofficial national marijuana holiday celebrated by cannabis culture and an AAA spokesperson says this can mean high stakes on our nation's roadways. Recent research by the AAA revealed that about 85% of cannabis users admit to driving the same day they consumed. 'No matter the legality or medical prescription of cannabis, taking the wheel while impaired by its effects is not only unlawful but extremely dangerous,' Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group said. 'The road requires clear heads, not clouded minds. If you plan to celebrate 4/20, find a safe ride before taking any impairing substances. This is critical so drivers do not have to decide if they're sober enough to drive.' The study found that 44.1% of those polled said they consume cannabis multiple times per day. Almost 47% of those polled believe they either drive the same, a little better (14.7%), or much better (19.4%) while high on cannabis. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: 3 arrested as protestors disrupt Marjorie Taylor Greene town hall Little Caesars' attack leads to police raid at suspect's home, uncovers fentanyl and guns Witnesses say driver celebrated after chase, crash that killed 19-year-old innocent driver [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
