Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.42, up two cents from last week. One year ago, the price was $2.11. The New York State average is $3.56 – up one cent from last week. A year ago, the NYS average was $2.22. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

• Batavia - $3.46 (no change from last week)
• Buffalo - $3.47 (no change from last week)
• Ithaca - $3.51 (no change from last week)
• Rochester - $3.52 (no change from last week)
• Rome - $3.56 (up two cents from last week)
• Syracuse - $3.50 (no change from last week)
• Watertown - $3.56 (up one cent since last week)

Local pump prices are holding steady this week. According to the latest data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), total domestic gasoline stocks are down, and gasoline demand continues to rise, but at a slower pace than in recent weeks. Meanwhile oil prices remain over $80 per barrel though they did dip below that mark last week for the first time in a month. The EIA recently reported that total domestic crude supply increased, which has helped to prevent large increase in pump prices.

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. 

Motorists can benefit from comparing pump prices before filling up with the AAA Mobile App for iPhone, iPad, and Android - a convenient option to find the lowest gas prices in a given area. Plus, the app is the quickest way to request roadside assistance, map a route, find discounts, or book a hotel. 

AAA members receive discounts at gas stations such as Fastrac, Maple Leaf Market and Shell locations across the country. 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 the latest news and fuel-saving tips at:

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