AAA: Gas Prices Down 8 Cents

Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down eight cents from last week, according to AAA Southern New England, which has an office in Framingham, off Route 9.

AAA’s Oct. 27 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $3.09 per gallon, down eight cents from last week.

Prices locally are 29 cents lower than a month ago.

The current price is five cents more than the national average for self serve unleaded of $3.04.

A year ago at this time, the Massachusetts average price was 25 cents higher at $3.34.

The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 51 cents, from a low of $2.92 to a high of $3.43.

“We are rapidly approaching a $3.00 per gallon average in Massachusetts, with dramatic price drops at the pump in each of the last 3 weeks. That’s good news as we head into the holidays, giving motorists a bit more to spend on gifts, travel, and basic expenses,” said Mary Maguire, AAA Southern New England Director of Public and Legislative Affairs in a press release.

Framingham has seen prices drop below $3 for about a week.

AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week: Accelerate smoothly and brake gradually. It’s safer, uses less gas, and reduces brake wear.

Photo: Pictured Prime Energy station on Route 135 in Framingham. Photo shot in October 2014.