Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.66, the same as one week ago. One year ago, the price was $2.39. The New York State average is $2.76, which is down a penny from last week. A year ago, the NYS average was $2.48.

AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

• Batavia - $2.69 (up 1 cent in past week)
• Buffalo - $2.71 (no change in past week)
• Ithaca - $2.72 (down 1 cent in past week)
• Rochester - $2.71 (no change in past week)
• Rome - $2.74 (no change in past week)
• Syracuse - $2.71 (no change in past week)
• Watertown - $2.77 (down 1 cent in past week)

The Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) latest weekly report that showed gasoline stocks dropped by 1.1 million bbl last week. Additionally, demand for gasoline continues to remain robust at 9.2 million b/d and is more in line with seasonal increases in the measurement as the spring driving season kicks off, which saw demand measured at 9.25 million b/d at the same time in 2017. Drivers are likely to continue seeing prices increase as stations across the country begin to switchover to the more expensive summer blend ahead of the busy driving season. 

Motorists can always find current gas prices along their route with the free AAA Mobile app for iPhone, iPad, and Android. The app can also be used to map a route, find discounts, book a hotel, and access AAA roadside assistance. Locate gas prices across the country at http://gasprices.aaa.com.

AAA WCNY wants to remind members that they can receive discounts at NOCO gas stations, as well as Fastrac locations. Learn more here. You can find the lowest prices in your area at http://aaa.opisnet.com/index.aspx.