AAA: Massachusetts Gas Prices Down Three Cents

Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down three cents from last week, according to AAA Southern New England. “This continuing drop in prices spells more good news for end-of-summer travelers,” says Massachusetts spokesperson Mary Maguire.

In it’s August 18 survey of prices in Massachusetts, AAA found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $3.47 per gallon, down three cents from last week. Prices locally are 15 cents lower than a month ago. The current price is two cents more than the national average for self serve unleaded of $3.45. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was 17 cents higher at $3.64.

The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 40 cents, from a low of $3.29 to a high of $3.69. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up — every trip, every time.

Today’s local gas prices and their ranges are as follows:

• Regular Unleaded: $3.47 ($3.29-$3.69)
• Midgrade Unleaded: $3.70 ($3.41-$3.99)
• Premium Unleaded: $3.84 ($3.56-$4.19)
• Diesel: $3.88 ($3.70-$4.19)

Motorists can find the most up-to-date local gas prices with the AAA Fuel Finder by logging onto AAA.com and clicking on Gas Saving Tips & Tools. AAA members can also obtain a copy of the Gas Watcher’s Guide at their local AAA Southern New England office.