Gas prices in the East Cobb area have been holding steady for a few days, many of them at $4.29 a gallon for unleaded like this Kroger station at the Pavilions at East Lake.
But AAA—The Auto Club Group says gas prices in Georgia are averaging an all-time high, more than the recession of 2008-09, when the average in the state was as high as $4.16.
AAA spokeswoman Montrae Waters said that $4.29 average across the state is a record, up 32 cents from last week, nearly a dollar from last month, and $1.61 from March 2021.
That means that a 15-gallon tank costs $64.35 to fill.
The national average is $4.32, with gas costing in excess of $6 a gallon in some parts of California.
The costs figure to increase as the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues, and Waters said that “unfortunately, drivers should anticipate gas prices to remain high for weeks to come.”
Some tips from AAA-The Auto Club Group on saving money on gas:
- Slow down — if you’re on the highway, know that gas use increases as your car passes 50 mph. If you drive the speed limit, you could reduce your car’s fuel consumption.
- Drive more gently — gradually brake and accelerate, rather than stomping on the gas pedal or brake pedal.
- Avoid engine idling — it can waste fuel.
- Make one trip, instead of many — make a comprehensive list of items you need to buy and then make a single trip outside of your home, rather than multiple short trips.
- Clean out the car — lighter cars use less fuel. Get the junk out of your trunk, cargo areas and passenger compartments.
- Stay regular on vehicle maintenance — get your car checked out regularly and make sure your tires are filled to the correct pressure level.
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