Dallas-Hiram Gas Gauge: 9 Cents More at the Pump

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The ups and downs of gas prices took another sharp increase last week, according to the AAA in its weekly fuel price briefing.

“The most expensive oil of 2015 triggered increases at the gas pump, and prices could continue to climb this week,” the briefing stated.

The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline rose 9 cents last week in Georgia — up to $2.34 as of Sunday. The average price was $2.25 the previous week, and $3.65 a year ago. The national average was $2.45 Sunday.

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“The average price at the pump typically reflects a bit of seasonality this time of year,” AAA spokesman Mark Jenkins said. “It is not uncommon for prices to inch higher leading up to the summer driving season and the transition to more expensive summer-blend fuel. However, record high domestic oil production is likely to deliver the cheapest summer gas prices in a decade.”

A primary factor driving prices this week was more expensive oil prices keyed by a combination of increased geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, a sharply lower U.S. dollar, and the release of OPEC’s monthly market report. News of Al Qaeda militants taking control of a major oil terminal in Yemen stoked some fears that violence could spread in the region.

“It could take a full week before the full impact of higher oil prices hit the gas pump, and gas prices could rise 5-10 cents as a result,” Jenkins said. “The good news is that oil began to fall again by the end of last week. Looking long term, gas prices could still fall in time for the busy summer travel season.”

The lowest price reported Monday in Dallas on AtlantaGasPrice.com was $2.27.

You also can use our Mapquest gas tool below to find the best price in town.

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