AAA: Gas Prices Drop Another 5 Cents

Gasoline prices in Rhode Island are down another five cents this week, the second straight week of decreases, according to AAA Southern New England.

AAA’s August 15 survey of prices in Rhode Island found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $3.77 per gallon, down five cents from a week ago and eight cents over the last two weeks. The current price is 18 cents above the national average for regular unleaded of $3.59.  

A year ago at this time, Rhode Island’s average price was $2.74.

The range in prices in the latest local AAA survey for unleaded regular is 31 cents, from a low of $3.59 to a high of $3.90. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up — every time.           

AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week

Properly inflate tires. Only 17 percent of cars have all four tires properly inflated, yet the U.S. Department of Energy reports that proper tire inflation can improve fuel economy. Check the pressures when the tires are cold and haven’t been driven on recently. Tires should be inflated to pressure levels recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. The proper levels can be found on a sticker on the driver’s side door jamb or in the owner’s manual.

AAA Southern New England is a not-for-profit auto club with 40 offices in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut, providing more than 2.8 million local AAA members with travel, insurance, finance, and auto-related services.