The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.19, down three cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.49. The New York State average is $3.21, no change from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.59. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:
- Batavia – $3.23 (down 1 cent from last Monday)
- Buffalo – $3.20 (up 1 cent from last Monday)
- Rochester – $3.21 (no change from last Monday)
Gas prices across the country and here in New York state have been moving higher as the conflict between Israel and Iran continues to rattle oil markets. U.S. airstrikes last week caused petroleum futures to spike temporarily, with oil creeping up to $78/bbl. That quickly dissipated, and as of this morning, oil prices are back to what they were pre-conflict, ranging from $65 to $69 per barrel. With Independence Day around the corner, and 61.6 million holiday travelers preparing to hit the road next week, gas prices may increase slightly.
Diesel costs have fluctuated recently. Drivers who use diesel fuel have seen the national average price for diesel rise to $3.69, up one cent from last Monday. The New York average is $3.93, up one cent from last week.
When it comes to EV charging, the national and state averages for L2 commercial electricity remain steady. Today’s national average per kilowatt hour of electricity at a public EV charging station stands at 36 cents. An estimated 1.2 million AAA members live in households with one or more electric vehicles.
To conserve fuel, motorists should map routes, avoid peak traffic times like rush hour, and combine errands into one trip while using cruise control when possible. Drivers should also make sure tire pressure is at the vehicle’s recommended level for the best gas mileage while removing any unnecessary and bulky items from the car since it takes more fuel to accelerate a heavy vehicle. Get more tips here: https://gasprices.aaa.com/news/fuel-saving-tips/. Motorists can benefit from comparing pump prices before filling up with the AAA Mobile App for iPhone, iPad, and Android.
AAA members receive discounts at gas stations such as Fastrac, Maple Leaf Market and Shell. Learn more here. AAA members can save on gas by joining the Fuel Rewards at Shell program. Join now at AAA.com/Shell. Motorists can also locate gas prices across the country and stay up-to-date on news and fuel-saving tips at http://gasprices.AAA.com.
