Gas prices took a nosedive this past week, tumbling nine cents a gallon to $2.89 for regular unleaded in Gainesville. The statewide average today is $2.97, compared to $3.06 last Monday. And, nationally, the price is down another six cents to $3.20
The primary culprits behind the dip are low demand and falling oil costs, according to AAA.
“There are an ever-increasing number of states east of the Rockies that have some retail gas locations selling regular for under $3 a gallon, so drivers will have more in their wallets with autumn approaching,” said spokesman Andrew Gross. “Should the national average fall below $3, it will be the first time since May 2021.”