AAA: Gas Prices Drop Another 6 Cents

For the second week in a row, gasoline prices in Rhode Island are down from the previous week, this time by an average of six cents per gallon, according to AAA Southern New England.

AAA’s May 23 survey of prices in Rhode Island found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $3.97 per gallon, down six cents from a week ago and eight cents over the last two weeks. The current price is 13 cents above the national average for regular unleaded of $3.84.

A year ago at this time Rhode Island’s average price was $2.87.

The range in prices in the latest local AAA survey for unleaded regular is 38 cents, from a low of $3.72⁹ to a high of $4.10⁹. 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.           

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.

AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week

If you own more than one car – especially if one of your vehicles is a less fuel-efficient vehicle such as a pickup truck, sport utility vehicle or van – use the more energy-conserving vehicle as often as possible.

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.