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Gas Prices In CT Drop Below $4 For First Time In 17 Weeks, AAA Reports Gas Prices In CT Drop Below $4 For First Time In 17 Weeks, AAA Reports
Gas Prices In CT Drop Below $4 For First Time In 17 Weeks, AAA Reports For the first time in months, the average price of a gallon of gas in Connecticut has dipped below the $4 mark, according to AAA. The organization reported that the average price for a gallon of self-serve, regular gas reached $3.99 in Connecticut on Wednesday, Aug. 24, marking the first time the average has dropped below $4 in 17 weeks and four days. The average price dropped 3 cents from Monday, Aug. 22, and 41 cents from last month, AAA reported. “We’ve been on a roller-coaster ride of gas prices all summer long,” said Fran Mayko, AAA Northeast spokeswoman. “If crude oil prices edge low…
Gas Prices Hit New Record High In Connecticut Amid Surge In Oil Costs Gas Prices Hit New Record High In Connecticut Amid Surge In Oil Costs
Gas Prices Hit New Record High In Connecticut Amid Surge In Oil Costs There is no relief in sight for motorists in Connecticut as prices at the pump continue to rise to new record highs, according to AAA. As of Monday, May 16, AAA was reporting that the average price per gallon has risen to $4.54 in Connecticut, setting another new record after peaking at $4.32 a week prior. Diesel gas is also on the rise, up to $6.41 as of May 16, also a new record in the Nutmeg State. According to AAA, there is not expected to be any relief for drivers with Memorial Day and the busy summer driving season fast approaching. “The high cost of oil, the key ingredient in gaso…
CT Pump Prices See Big Single-Week Change; Here's Breakdown By Region CT Pump Prices See Big Single-Week Change; Here's Breakdown By Region
CT Pump Prices See Big Single-Week Change; Here's Breakdown By Region Motorists in the Nutmeg State are seeing some financial relief at the pump with Connecticut’s “gas tax holiday" in full effect. Connecticut now has the 30th most expensive gas in the US, according to AAA, with prices dropping 11 cents in the past week, down to an average of $3.92 per gallon as of Monday, April 11. Nationally, the average price per gallon is sitting at $4.11 per gallon, down from $4.19 a week ago. AAA gas prices on Monday, April 11.AAA In Connecticut, prices on April 11 have dropped from $4.87 a month ago, but are up from $2.89 on April 11, 2021. The relief at the pu…
CT Sees Greatest Gas Price Drop In Nation CT Sees Greatest Gas Price Drop In Nation
CT Sees Greatest Gas Price Drop In Nation With the "gas tax holiday" now in effect, Connecticut has seen the greatest drop in prices in the nation over the past week. Connecticut’s $4.03 per gallon average is 28 cents lower than last week, but still six cents higher than last month and $1.14 higher than last year, according to AAA. The national average also dropped, but by far less, down to an average price of $4.19 for a gallon of self-serve regular, AAA said. That price is six cents lower than last week but still 35 cents higher than last month and $1.32 higher than last year. Neighboring states also had a much smaller drop tha…
BJ’s Wholesale Club Offering Members Additional Gas Savings At These 10 CT Locations BJ’s Wholesale Club Offering Members Additional Gas Savings At These 10 CT Locations
BJ’s Wholesale Club Offering Members Additional Gas Savings At These 10 CT Locations With the “gas tax holiday” taking effect in Connecticut and providing drivers some financial relief at the pump, one of the country’s largest big-box stores will be offering additional discounts for motorists. On Friday, April 1, Connecticut’s “gas tax holiday,” knocking 25 cents off each gallon of gas for drivers through Thursday, June 30, took effect after garnering unanimous support from the state House and Senate. Related story - Here's How Much CT Motorists Can Save Per Gallon When Gas Tax Holiday Takes Effect In response, BJ’s Wholesale Club announced that through the month of April,…
Here's How Much CT Motorists Can Save Per Gallon When Gas Tax Holiday Takes Effect Here's How Much CT Motorists Can Save Per Gallon When Gas Tax Holiday Takes Effect
Here's How Much CT Motorists Can Save Per Gallon When Gas Tax Holiday Takes Effect Some financial relief at the pump could be on the way for Connecticut drivers as state lawmakers continue to throw their support behind a proposed “gas tax holiday.” The General Assembly unanimously approved a three-month 25-cent per-gallon state gas tax holiday that will begin on Friday, April 1, and last through Thursday, June 30. Having passed 143-0 by the House and 33-0 in the Senate on Wednesday, March 23, the legislation now goes to Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont - who helped negotiate the relief plan and previously expressed his approval of it - to sign into law. 
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Here's Percentage Of Americans Who'll Make Lifestyle Changes Due To Soaring Gas Prices: Survey Here's Percentage Of Americans Who'll Make Lifestyle Changes Due To Soaring Gas Prices: Survey
Here's Percentage Of Americans Who'll Make Lifestyle Changes Due To Soaring Gas Prices: Survey A new survey has determined the percentage of Americans who said they would make changes to their driving habits due to soaring gas prices. AAA found that 59 percent of respondents to its survey in February said they would change their driving habits or lifestyle if the cost of gas rose to $4 per gallon. The national average has passed $4 since the survey was administered, AAA noted. The organization conducted 1,051 interviews for the survey. AAA said three-quarters of respondents said they would adjust their lifestyle if the price reached $5 per gallon. Eighty percent of the people who …
CT Gas Prices Hit All-Time High; Here's What You Can Do To Save Fuel, Money CT Gas Prices Hit All-Time High; Here's What You Can Do To Save Fuel, Money
CT Gas Prices Hit All-Time High; Here's What You Can Do To Save Fuel, Money Connecticut continues to contend with the crisis in Ukraine as gas prices have hit a new record high amid the invasion by Russia, according to AAA. As of Wednesday, March 9 - the day after President Joe Biden announced he would no longer be accepting Russian oil - the average price per gallon in Connecticut rose to $4.41, eclipsing the previous record of $4.39 that was set on July 9, 2008. In the past 24 hours, the average price rose six cents in Connecticut, while gas costs 42 cents more than a week ago and is up from $3.60 a gallon a month ago. One year ago, on March 9, 2021, the averag…
Here's Breakdown By County On How Much Gas Prices Have Increased In CT Since Last Week Here's Breakdown By County On How Much Gas Prices Have Increased In CT Since Last Week
Here's Breakdown By County On How Much Gas Prices Have Increased In CT Since Last Week The ongoing conflict overseas between Ukraine and Russia has forced gas prices in Connecticut to dramatically spike to previously unseen highs. As of Monday, March 7, the average price of gas is up to $4.28 per gallon in Connecticut, according to AAA, ahead of the national average, which has risen to $4.07 as crude oil prices continue to soar during the Russian invasion. In Connecticut, the average price per gallon is up six cents in the past 24 hours, and 56 cents in the past week. The state average has not been this high since May 2012, according to AAA. The national average is also the…
CT Gas Prices Have Spiked, But They're Not Among Nation's Highest, New Data Shows CT Gas Prices Have Spiked, But They're Not Among Nation's Highest, New Data Shows
CT Gas Prices Have Spiked, But They're Not Among Nation's Highest, New Data Shows With the demand for gas reaching record highs in the US, consumers in Connecticut have seen a spike in price at the pump, though not as sharp as some neighboring states. As of Wednesday, July 14, the average price per gallon of gas in Connecticut has hit $3.15, near the national average, according to AAA. The price is a cent more than it was a week ago, six cents more than a month ago, and up from $2.20 a year ago. Comparatively, the average price in New York is sitting at $3.20 per gallon, New Jersey has hit nearly $3.17, Pennsylvania is at $3.23, and in neighboring Massachusetts, drivers…
No Freedom From High Gas Prices For Fourth Of July Travelers, AAA Says No Freedom From High Gas Prices For Fourth Of July Travelers, AAA Says
No Freedom From High Gas Prices For Fourth Of July Travelers, AAA Says With America on the mend from the COVID-19 pandemic, millions are expected to hit the road for the holiday weekend, though there will be no relief at the pump as gas prices remain sky-high. Approximately 47.7 million Americans are expected to travel between Thursday, July 1, and Monday, July 5 - a dramatic upturn from a year ago - with more than 43 million expected to travel by car, despite elevated gas prices. As of Wednesday, June 30, the average price per gallon at the pump nationally has hit $3.12 cents, up from $3.07 a week ago, $3.04 a month ago, and up nearly a dollar from $2.18 a ye…
Memorial Day Weekend Gas Prices Will Be Highest In Years Memorial Day Weekend Gas Prices Will Be Highest In Years
Memorial Day Weekend Gas Prices Will Be Highest In Years With millions of Americans set to hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday, prices are peaking at the pump at the wrong time. Drivers are set to pay the highest prices in seven years, according to AAA, following a gas shortage that impacted the East Coast when the Colonial Pipeline was temporarily shut down due to a cyberattack. Nationally, the average price of gas as of Wednesday, May 26 hit $3.04 per gallon, down one cent from a week ago, but up from $2.89 a month ago. A year earlier, the average price was $1.96 per gallon. According to AAA, the national average has stabilized followin…
Gas Prices On Rise After Pipeline Cyberattack Sparking Concerns Of Rise Well Above $3 A Gallon Gas Prices On Rise After Pipeline Cyberattack Sparking Concerns Of Rise Well Above $3 A Gallon
Gas Prices On Rise After Pipeline Cyberattack Sparking Concerns Of Rise Well Above $3 A Gallon With gas prices already on the rise, a major pipeline cyberattack has sparked concerns they could spike well above $3 a gallon. Colonial Pipeline was forced to take four lines offline due to a cyberattack that was reported on Friday, May 7, leaving less fuel for the Eastern seaboard, and causing prices to rise in some places. Earlier story - Largest East Coast Fuel Pipeline Shuts Down Operations After Cyberattack As of Tuesday, May 11, the average price per gallon is $2.98, up six cents over a week and marking the most expensive national average since November 2014, according to AAA, …
COVID-19: Planning First Trip In A While? Pandemic Has Transformed Travel Experience, AAA Says COVID-19: Planning First Trip In A While? Pandemic Has Transformed Travel Experience, AAA Says
Covid-19: Planning First Trip In A While? Pandemic Has Transformed Travel Experience, AAA Says Planning your first trip in a while? COVID-19 has completely transformed the travel experience, according to an AAA analysis. “The entire travel experience has been transformed by COVID-19. If you’re considering travel sometime this year, it’s more important than ever to do your due diligence ahead of any trip to ensure it is safe and enjoyable,” said Paula Twidale, senior vice president, AAA Travel in a statement. “As vaccines help boost consumer confidence to begin traveling again, we have to remember that wearing masks and social distancing are still a requirement.” What To Expect When …
COVID-19: Here's How Much AAA Projects Travel To Decline For Rest Of Holiday Season COVID-19: Here's How Much AAA Projects Travel To Decline For Rest Of Holiday Season
Covid-19: Here's How Much AAA Projects Travel To Decline For Rest Of Holiday Season Like it did with everything else in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to dramatically alter holiday travel plans. At least 34 million fewer people are expected to travel this year compared to last year, according to projections from AAA, which expects Americans to stay home this year as the virus continues to spread rapidly as the temperature drops. Despite the expected drop in travelers due to travel restrictions and health decisions related to COVID-19, as many as 84.5 million Americans still may travel between Wednesday, Dec. 23, and Sunday, Jan. 3, AAA noted. “While Thanksgiving …
COVID-19: AAA Provides Outlook On How Much Thanksgiving Travel Will Drop Amid Pandemic COVID-19: AAA Provides Outlook On How Much Thanksgiving Travel Will Drop Amid Pandemic
Covid-19: AAA Provides Outlook On How Much Thanksgiving Travel Will Drop Amid Pandemic Millions of Americans won’t be hitting the road or flying out to celebrate Thanksgiving with friends and family this year as the country continues combating the new surge in COVID-19 cases. With the country setting daily record highs for new cases, AAA said that they are expecting at least a 10 percent drop in travel this holiday season as Americans hunker down to avoid the spreading or contracting virus. According to AAA, their mid-October forecast model determined that approximately 50 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving in 2020, down from 55 million a year ago. Roa…
AAA Forecasts Fall Gas Prices - Where To Get The Lowest-Cost Gas Now AAA Forecasts Fall Gas Prices - Where To Get The Lowest-Cost Gas Now
AAA Forecasts Fall Gas Prices - Where To Get The Lowest-Cost Gas Now With fewer people traveling due to COVID-19 restrictions, the price of gas has dropped to under $2 per gallon at a smattering of gas stations across Connecticut. On average, national gas prices are 50 cents less than they were at this time last year, according to AAA. And the national auto club expects this downward trend to continue through the fall. Further decreases are predicted despite people planning to travel more for fun this season, AAA said, because of the major decline in commuting to work and school brought on by COVID-19. “As demand remains low,” AAA said in a statement on F…
Here Is Where You Are Most Likely To Have Your Car Stolen In Connecticut Here Is Where You Are Most Likely To Have Your Car Stolen In Connecticut
Here Is Where You Are Most Likely To Have Your Car Stolen In Connecticut There are more vehicles stolen in Connecticut than in neighboring states, according to new crime numbers. And you're more likely to have your car swiped in some areas more than others.  The New Haven-Milford metro area had the most vehicle thefts reported in 2019 than any other metropolitan district in Connecticut, according to insurance.com, which tracks vehicle thefts. More than 2,000 motor vehicle thefts were reported there last year.  For the many people who have had their cars broken into and stolen this summer, this is a confirmation of what they’re living.  AAA …