AAA Gas Price Update: Prices Continue Upward

(File Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of AAA East Central)

Noah Haswell,  Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) According to AAA, today’s national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is $3.32, which is 34 cents more than Monday and 42 cents higher than a month ago. Today’s national average is the highest since September of 2024. Some tips that AAA recommends for Pennsylvanians and beyond to improve vehicle gas mileage can be found below, according to a release from AAA East Central in Pittsburgh:

The Daily Drive

  • Slow down and drive the speed limit. On the highway, aerodynamic drag causes fuel economy to drop off significantly as speeds increase above 50 mph.
  • Reduce trips and lighten your load. Limit the amount of cargo in your vehicle when possible.
  • Avoid “jackrabbit” starts and hard acceleration. These actions greatly increase fuel consumption. Accelerate smoothly with light to moderate throttle.
  • Avoid extended idling to warm up the engine. Even in winter, idling, and warming up an engine are unnecessary and wastes fuel.
  • Look ahead. When approaching a red light or stop sign, let off the gas early and allow the vehicle to coast down to a slower speed until it is time to brake.
  • Use cruise control to help maintain a constant speed and save fuel. However, never use cruise control on wet roads because a loss of vehicle control could result.
  • Take advantage of fuel savings programs. AAA members have access to savings when filling up at Shell gas stations. More information is available at AAA.com/Shell by cliking here.

Ownership, Maintenance, and Repairs

  • Keep tires properly inflated. Under inflated tires reduce fuel economy, but more importantly, tires low on air affect handling and braking, wear more rapidly and can overheat and blowout.
  • Maintain the vehicle according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Regular maintenance will ensure optimum fuel economy, performance and longevity.
  • Make all necessary repairs. Take the vehicle to a trusted repair facility by clicking here as soon as possible if the “Check Engine” light comes on.