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Georgia drivers are paying more at the pump this week as rising crude oil prices continue to drive gasoline costs higher amid ongoing unrest in the Middle East. AAA encourages drivers to shop around for the best deals and use fuel savings programs whenever possible.
“What drivers pay at the pump is still closely tied to crude oil prices,” said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “As uncertainty in global energy markets persists, drivers should be prepared for continued price fluctuations and the possibility of higher pump prices in the weeks ahead.”
Compared to recent benchmarks:
- 15 cents higher than last week
- 31 cents higher than last month
- $1.01 higher than this time last year
For those filling up a standard 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline, the cost is approximately $58.80.
Local averages on Monday, according to AAA, were $3.78 in Floyd County, $3.82 in Chattooga County, $3.85 in Polk County, $3.86 in Bartow County, and $ 3.94 in Polk County.
National Gas Prices Continue Climb, Average Up 12 Cents
Gas prices are climbing nationwide as ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East continues to pressure global oil markets. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline rose to $4.11 this week, with most states now averaging $4 or more per gallon. Higher crude oil prices are driving the increase, with concerns around the Strait of Hormuz and regional instability pushing oil into the $90-per-barrel range and raising the potential for additional increases through the remainder of the summer.
