As Gas Prices Surge, Consumers Find Ways to Keep Spending
AAA said the national regular average rose 16 cents in a week, while diesel climbed to a record $6.40 a gallon.
- Diesel prices reached a record $6.44 per gallon on Friday, according to AAA, as costs surged 42 cents since last week.
- Statewide in Nevada, Diesel prices hit an all-time record of $6.71 per gallon, while Las Vegas saw prices reach $6.66. Regional spikes reflect broader cost pressures as Diesel rose 7 cents since Thursday and 88 cents over one month.
- Regular Gas also saw significant increases, with the national average rising 16 cents to $4.43 per gallon. In Southern Nevada, regular Gas reached $5.17, which is $1.21 higher than last year, according to AAA.
- All states except Texas and Oklahoma have hit the $6 per gallon mark for Diesel, GasBuddy lead petroleum analyst Patrick reported on social media. Haan noted those two states would likely reach that mark on Friday.
- Global Crude prices average $100 per barrel as instability continues in the Strait of Hormuz, maintaining pressure on domestic fuel prices as drivers face record costs.
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HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — Whether you drive a small car or an 18-wheeler, you've been paying a lot more for gas in recent months. AAA says the national average for regular unleaded gas is $4.44 per gallon, with local prices around $4.17 per gallon, 41 cents higher than they were a month ago. But [...]
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