US EditionGas prices drop below $3 per gallon, lowest since 2021
GasBuddy reports all 50 states saw price declines with national average dropping to $2.96 per gallon, driven by easing crude costs and strong refinery output.
- Gas prices have fallen below $3 per gallon, the lowest since May 9, 2021, according to GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick De Haan.
- All 50 states experienced a decline in average gas prices over the past week, indicating an unusual broad decrease.
- The drop in prices is attributed to easing crude oil costs, increased refinery output, and softer seasonal fuel demand, as reported by GasBuddy.
- Industry analysts predict that the national average could remain below $3 for several weeks, likely extending into mid-February.
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In an analysis of AAA and GasBuddy it was determined that the price of gasoline nationally has fallen to its lowest levels
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