Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.70, down six cents from last week. One year ago, the price was $2.56. The New York State average is $2.91 – down three cents from last week. A year ago, the NYS average was $2.70. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

• Batavia - $2.92 (no change since last week)
• Buffalo - $2.97 (down 1 cent since last week)
• Ithaca - $2.80 (down 4 cents since last week)
• Rochester - $2.88 (down 2 cents since last week)
• Rome - $2.88 (down 2 cents since last week)
• Syracuse - $2.80 (down 4 cents since last week)
• Watertown - $2.96 (down 2 cents since last week)

Prices could plunge even lower, especially if we see a surge in gasoline production after refiners fully restart units from the fall maintenance season. Crude oil is selling under $65/bbl, which is also contributing to lower gas prices. Moving into this week, crude prices may drop further if supply concerns remain reduced due to continued growth in inventories. 

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 gas stations. You can find the lowest prices in your area at http://aaa.opisnet.com/index.aspx.