Gasoline prices are below $2.51 per gallon across the USA except in California. California has a refinery strike and a special California only blend of gasoline. Drivers across the USA are paying $2.33, which is 29 cents more than the $2.04 of a month ago.
Gasoline prices hit an average of $3.03 a gallon Wednesday, the first time they’ve exceeded $3 since Christmas. And while the current level is still far below the $3.80 price a year ago, significant hikes are expected in the days ahead. Some gas stations in the Bay Area are charging in the $3.50 range for regular unleaded.
SOURCES -EIA, Mercury News, ABC7 News
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